Semi-Automatic Beam-Line Feasibility Study
2006
Price, R. A. | McConnell, F. E.
Prepared in cooperation with Avondale Shipyards, New Orleans, LA.
Show more [+] Less [-]The critical goal of this project was the design of a semi-automatic system of beam fabrication: a system to reduce today s record-high levels of labor costs; to revise usual materials-handling methods to upgrade flow efficiency; and bring about streamlined space requirements for both operations and storage areas. Our goal was a Semi-Automatic Beam Line which would bring clear positive advances to current shipbuilding practice: and enhance today s shipbuilding productivity. APPROACH Our technical approach to this project has fulfilled the stated objectives of the National Shipbuilding Research Program as established by the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. Our project determination at its conclusions: that the concept of a Semi-Automatic Beam Line is not merely a possible productivity tool for shipyards, sometime in the future! It can, in fact, be implemented today! It can offer tangible benefits. it is practical. It is workable. It is feasible.
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