Integrated Manufacturing Systems: Volume 1 Issue 3
Table of contents
Teamwork and flexibility priorities for Jaguar
J. HollingumExamines the CIM strategy being implemented by Jaguar Cars as anattempt at future‐proofing its manufacturing control systems. Discussesthe assembly line hardware, monitoring…
Hitec gravitates to MC3
J. HollingumDiscusses the introduction of a software package to bridge the gapbetween an MRPII system and shopfloor batch production. Examines theseven modules of the system, designated…
No easy road for SNECMA FMS
A. KochanConsiders the installation of a flexible manufacturing system atFrench aero engine manufacturer SNECMA. Examines the preliminary study,the computer hierarchy of the FMS, the…
Handled with care
Describes the parts handling system used by Rover for enginecomponents. Discusses the reasons for the choice of system, deliveryschedule, and the function and specifications of…
Re‐skilling the operators
A. Lee‐MortimerDiscusses the need for improving maintenance practices in order toincrease profits, with reference to the Japanese concept of totalproductive maintenance. Considers that plant…
Manufacturing methods
Tim Wyatt, Ihsan Ak‐Maliki, David Little, Dennis KehoeReports on the development of system engineering methodsspecifically for use in the manufacturing environment. Discusses a threestage method, involving: analysis of current…
CIM for welding applications
D. WallerConsiders how CIM can be used to integrate welding with othermanufacturing processes and company functions. Discusses the benefits ofCIM welding, the DAFNE systems methodology…
PA CIM Centre
B. RookDescribes the reasons for the development of CIM centre whichaddresses the problem of integrating different systems. Discusses theneed to develop new products quickly, the…
In search of flexibility
Examines the need for flexible production planning for FMCGmanufacturers, with particular reference to Scott, a paper tissuemanufacturer. Discusses the planning problems in the…