Description: The advent of flexible manufacturing cells (FMCs) is the most important manufacturing improvement over the past decade. This practical guide offers an effective, broad-based approach to FMC planning & implementation, enabling plant managers & engineers to maximize FMC's ability to enhance product quality & reduce manufacturing time & inventory. Drawing from their own success in helping over 2,000 manufacturers to install FMCs, this book's leading experts illustrate the economic advantages of FMCs, show how to "sell" FMC to top brass, & outline alternative FMCs to help users develop tailor-made cells. Professionals will discover step by step how to design & install FMCs, upgrade FMCs using support systems, & measure FMC's overall performance. They will also gain insight into future FMC trends, with the aid of case studies that highlight innovative strides in cellular manufacturing.

Please Wait