Advantages And Disadvantages Of Cam

Question 1

Advantages of cam

Answer 1

They have a high production speed, ideal for large scale production
Machines can work 24/7 with little human intervention
They ensure products are produced accurately consistently
They are reliable
They are flexible as they can be reprogrammed
CAM systems require less skilled operators than traditional manufacturing that is not computerized

Question 2

Disadvantages of cam

Answer 2

Initial set up costs are high.
Training is required for operators.
CAM systems can be slower than traditional methods of manufacture for one off or low volume production.