Excerpt from Foundry Methods for Cheapening Costs of Production
As a result of this competition, therefore, the great slogan of this industrial age is economy, and manufacturers of today are deeply interested in any and all improvements tending in that direction. Although improved methods are constantly decreasing the cost of manufacture, the initial expense of raw material is increasingfias is also the wage scale, both for workmen and superintendents. As a result of these increasing expenses, attention is being given to securing a maxi -
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores methods to decrease production costs in metal foundries, as competition forces efficiency. The author examines the development of the industry, from its humble beginnings to present day high-output, discussing the impact of economies of scale. Thematically, the author argues that raw material costs are rising alongside worker wages, thus making high production efficiency crucial for a business' success. The book delves into specific case studies to illustrate the different methods used to reduce costs. It covers topics such as building design to minimize disruption, increasing workflow efficiency, and the importance of lighting, ventilation, and heating for a productive workforce. It also surveys various labor-saving technologies and tools that have become crucial in the field, such as pneumatic and molding machines, sand-sifting devices, and painting machines, along with their benefits and drawbacks. Overall, this book provides a comprehensive guide to the ongoing transformation of the metal foundry industry as it adapts to the needs of modern manufacturing. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282587666_0
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