Manufacturing Processes

Question 1

What is CNC production

Answer 1

Used for automated production, where a range of parts need to be programmed and manufactured in a short time, making them invaluable

Question 2

What is modular / cell production

Answer 2

Combines a number of CNC machines, which they are programmed to carry out a sequence of operations

Question 3

JiT manufacture

Answer 3

Just in time manufacture organises so that products are made to order - production creation is relevant to number of orders received - used for vehicles and electronics, also fast food restaurants - heavily dependant on suppliers - uses regular feedback meetings, reduction of waste and large amounts of organisation

Question 4

What are standardised components

Answer 4

Components that must be able to fit other parts of the design, uses compatibility achieved by adoption of universal standards - tires, batteries, fuses

Question 5

Brought in components

Answer 5

Used when it’s not practical to make their own components - includes nuts and bolts, screws,electronic components - ISO 9001 ensures good quality of component