EXPERIENCES

TIG welding is a high-precision welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to generate the electric arc, while an inert gas (usually argon) protects the weld area from contamination. This process allows for complete control of heat and metal fusion, making it ideal for jobs requiring a clean finish, strength, and high aesthetic quality. The filler material can be used separately, ensuring greater control over the weld bead. It is widely used in artisanal bodywork, classic car restoration, and the manufacture of high-precision parts, especially in metals such as carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. TIG welding stands out for producing clean joints, with little or no need for subsequent finishing, making it one of the most valued processes in high-tech work.

Bead roller fabrication allows for the creation of reinforcements, grooves, and structural details in metal panels. This technique increases the strength of the piece, improves the finish, and allows for the reproduction of original or customized designs, being widely used in the restoration of classic cars and in the handcrafted manufacture of automotive components.

MIG welding is a welding process that uses a continuous wire as a consumable electrode, automatically fed by the machine, while a shielding gas (usually CO₂ or an argon mixture) protects the weld pool from contamination. It is a faster and more productive process compared to other methods, being widely used in bodywork, automotive repairs, and the fabrication of metal structures. It allows for good penetration and mechanical resistance, especially in carbon steel sheets. MIG welding is known for its ease of operation and efficiency, making it ideal for higher volume jobs or where speed of execution is important. Although it does not have the same level of fine finish as TIG welding, it can deliver excellent structural quality when well executed. It is widely applied in body repairs, panel replacement, and structural work on classic and modern vehicles.

Metal shaping é o processo de conformação e modelagem de chapas metálicas para criar ou restaurar painéis automotivos com formas complexas e precisão dimensional. O trabalho envolve técnicas de estiramento, encolhimento, curvatura, flangeamento e rebatimento de chapas, utilizando ferramentas manuais como tasso, martelos, limas e rebatedeiras. Esses processos permitem controlar o fluxo do metal, corrigir deformações e reproduzir peças com alta fidelidade, mantendo a integridade estrutural e o acabamento necessário para restaurações de veículos clássicos e projetos personalizados.

I work with handcrafted metal fabrication, using manual sheet metal forming techniques to construct and shape automotive parts. This process allows for the creation of precise, curved and complex shapes, while maintaining structural strength and a high-quality finish. The use of the English wheel is fundamental in this type of work, being an essential tool for stretching and smoothing metal sheets. With it, it's possible to shape curved panels gradually and in a controlled manner, eliminating imperfections and ensuring uniform surfaces. This method is widely used in the restoration of classic cars and in the construction of custom parts, where a perfect fit and handcrafted finish are essential.

Técnica utilizada para garantir folgas uniformes e alinhamento preciso entre portas, para-lamas, capô e tampa traseira. O processo envolve a regulagem de dobradiças, fechaduras e painéis, verificando paralelismo, nivelamento e continuidade das linhas da carroceria. Em restaurações e projetos de metal shaping, podem ser necessárias correções estruturais e ajustes manuais na chapa para obter encaixes precisos e acabamento de alto padrão