Computer integrated manufacturing (CIM)-tools for survival in the wire rope industry in the United States

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The current situation in the wire rope industry is defined. The technology is divided into two broad categories: product and process. Specific technologies within the realm of CIM that could benefit the industry are presented. The meaning of quality and its relationship to CIM is described. A survival strategy for the industry is outlined based upon these concepts.

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The current situation in the wire rope industry is defined. The technology is divided into two broad categories: product and process. Specific technologies within the realm of CIM that could benefit the industry are presented. The meaning of quality and its relationship to CIM is described. A survival strategy for the industry is outlined based upon these concepts.

Additional information

Author(s)

Fred W. Donecker, IBMCorporation, U.S.A.

Publication/Event/Pages

Paper presented at WAI 57th Annual Convention, Atlanta, GA USA. Paper published in WJI, March, 1988, pg. 90.

Year

1987