Manufacturing considerations and selection
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how a range of factors affect manufacturing process selection in industry.
Key learning points
- Manufacturing process selection depends on a range of factors.
- Different processes are suited to different product types.
- CAM improves the efficiency of manufacturing processes, particularly for high-volume production.
Keywords
Scale of production - the amount/volume of goods produced
CAM - Computer Aided Manufacture
Lead time - the length of time from order to production completion
Efficient - using materials in a way that minimises waste
Automation - use of technology to perform tasks
Common misconception
Manufacturing process selection is solely based on cost.
Factors like product complexity, material properties, production volume, and lead time also play crucial roles.
Teacher tip
Use real-world examples of products and their manufacturing processes to make the concepts more relatable and show how different factors influence decisions in industry.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following is an example of a direct cost?
Q2.Which of the following is NOT a part of a design specification?
Q3.Which of the following are linked to external costing factors?
Q4.When companies choose materials, they must consider , which includes the energy used in production and disposal.
Q5.Materials with high are resistant to changes in shape or size under pressure.
Q6.What term is used to describe the limitations or restrictions that designers work within, such as budget, time, and materials?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1. is commonly used in mass production as it allows for automation and consistent quality.
Q2.Which factor is most important when choosing a manufacturing process for a product needed urgently?
Q3.Arrange the following manufacturing processes in order of shortest to longest lead time:
Q4.Match the factor to its impact on manufacturing:
Determines if automation is needed
Affects the choice of process (e.g. cutting, moulding)
Influences how quickly products need to be made
Q5.A larger scale of production usually leads to a more process to reduce time and costs.
Q6.Which manufacturing method is best suited for small batches of customised products?
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