Standard Forms and sizes

Question 1

Why do manufacturers purchase standardized sizes instead of making something themselves?

Answer 1

• Dimensions and size is guaranteed
• Size is consistent with their other products
• No need to purchase expensive machines or materials to do it themselves
• Saves a lot of time

Question 2

List 4 standard forms for metals

Answer 2

• Sheet
• Flat
• Bard
• Extruded

Question 3

Why do manufacturers purchase standardized sizes instead of making something themselves?

Answer 3

• The dimension and size in guaranteed
• The size will be consistent for their product
• they don’t need to purchase the machines and materials to do it themselves
• Less time spent in preparation more time spent in production.