Flexible manufacturing systems

Abstract

Describes flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) as an attempt to bring the advantages of flow type production to batch production systems. Suggests production stages where FMS should be facilitated. Examines the connection between FMS and computer based production, in particular computer integrated management (CIM). Concludes that CIM and FMS can offer additional speed of response and flexibility in the way production facilities are established.

Citation

Daniels, S. (1993), "Flexible manufacturing systems", Work Study, Vol. 42 No. 5, pp. 23-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000002707