This guide explains how to use three of the common composite casting materials, used in schools. 

The use of lead sheet, flashing, solder and pipe in building work.

The creation of a joint between either the faces of sheet metal components or between wires and terminals using molten solder with a flux. 

In this issue we have a range of articles covering topics such as the new D&T GCSE, food teaching, online resources, additive manufacturing, material technology, robotics and some advice about safety with sanders.