SUMMIT HILL, PA – A new collection of labor and space optimization techniques, assembly conveyor types, case histories, materials handling layout configurations and sizing dials, and examples of various return-on-investment scenarios is available.
Classic Productivity Systems, released by JD Gray Associates, also includes manual component insertion time values for through-hole components.
There are two versions: Rev A (278 pages) contains generic industrial engineering proposals should a company seek outside expertise in cost reduction; Rev B (243 pages) does not contain generic industrial engineering proposals.
The book provides a quiz to determine existing operation efficiency based on installed direct labor control systems, storage rack devices, level of robotic component installation, through-hole component clinching methodology, layout methodology, degree of inventory/tracking software and materials handling mechanization status.
HERNDON, VA — A new white paper reports on the progress of major OEMs toward removing halogenated flame retardants and PVC from desktop and laptop PCs.
LOWELL, MA -- Segue Manufacturing Services has acquired Sanbor Interconnect's plant in Xiamen, China. Terms were not disclosed.
MINNEAPOLIS -- Contract assembler HEI reported third-quarter a net loss of $510,000, cutting last year's losses by more than 50%.
SMYRNA, GA – CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY magazine today announced AsteelFlash Group as its annual EMS Company of the Year.
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