Textbooks speak of three methods of production - job, batch and continuous flow. This film shows how the methods work in the real work. Job V Batch: Job production is when you're making a one-off - anything from a dam to a musical instrument. Batch production is using the same equipment to make batches of different products. The biggest problem with batch production is the changeover - the time it takes to switch from making one type of product to...

This film looks at the key systems used in a factory. It focuses on two case studies: the Glaxo Smith Kline toothpaste factory and plastic injection moulding company, Time RPS. How do they compare? Types of production: GSK is an example of continuous flow production: they make a million tubes of toothpaste a day. Time RPS mostly does lower volume, batch production. The film follows one product from design stage to final production, in the process...

Follow the step-by-step processes that transform plain wax into vibrant crayons!

"How does hot wax become a colorful crayon? Captivating photos and text guide readers through the process"--

"Most products we use every day were made using manufacturing robots. Readers will be surprised to hear how common and important robots are in the manufacturing world. This book covers the history of manufacturing robots, as well as the newest robots that are used today. The many benefits of manufacturing robots are explained, as well as controversies behind their use. Readers will learn the technology behind several manufacturing robots and how they've...

"In the twenty-first century, students, recent graduates, and job seekers can find nearly limitless opportunities when it comes to jobs in tech, especially coding. Careers in coding are a perfect fit for those who want to flex their creative muscles, solve problems, and work with the latest technologies. Despite its long history, the manufacturing industry has advanced in recent years and is now in need of a workforce that is familiar with computers,...

Learn statistical process control techniques for Microsoft Excel. Learn how to build P charts, C charts, and X-bar R charts to measure the quality of manufacturing processes. Learn how to analyze the accuracy and alignment of manufacturing processes using statistical tools. Veteran Excel trainer Curt Frye covers the three types of charts-P charts, C charts, and X-bar R charts-that are used to summarize the most common process metrics: proportion...

Silicon Run I uses live industrial footage to show the many processes necessary to manufacture microchips, including crystal growth, circuit design, and the wafer fabrication process for CMOS technology. Using close-ups of manufacturing processes and device animation, Silicon Run I provides a clear overview of front-end semiconductor manufacturing. It is an ideal training tool for college students and industry professionals at all levels. This video...

Discover additive manufacturing techniques and learn how to apply the techniques in business. Gain insights into the world of additive manufacturing, going beyond the hype of 3D printing by focusing on actual business cases. First, gain an understanding of key additive manufacturing processes, including stereolithography, jetting, extrusion, working with powder beds, ultrasonic consolidation, and more. Next, explore how additive manufacturing can...