Innovative On-line Computer Applications in the Steel Wire Industry

Innovative On-line Computer Applications in the Steel Wire Industry

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This paper discusses examples of innovative on-line computer applications developed at BHP Wire Products Division, and implemented at wiremill sites throughout Australia. These systems are integrated with the production processes, are cost effective for the steel wire industry, and are used by shop-floor employees.The paper presents for particular applications: a broad technical description, outlines issues and objectives, addresses prerequisites for success, and summarizes benefits realized by WPD.The developments described follow the steel wire processing route.

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This paper discusses examples of innovative on-line computer applications developed at BHP Wire Products Division, and implemented at wiremill sites throughout Australia. These systems are integrated with the production processes, are cost effective for the steel wire industry, and are used by shop-floor employees.The paper presents for particular applications: a broad technical description, outlines issues and objectives, addresses prerequisites for success, and summarizes benefits realized by WPD.The developments described follow the steel wire processing route.

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Author(s)

J. J. A. Jardim, Dr. W. R. Summers and G. S. Shearer, BHP Steel Wire Products Division, Australia.
Publication/Event/Pages

Paper presented at WAI 61st Annual Convention, Atlanta, GA USA. Paper published in Wire Journal International, Jan. 1993, pg. 49.
Year

1991

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