Maynard's Industrial Engineering Handbook

Hodson, William K.

ISBN 10: 0070410860 / ISBN 13: 9780070410862

Published by McGraw-Hill (edition 4), 1992

It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0070410860-11-1

Synopsis:

This updated and revised fourth edition provides coverage of all of the principles and practices of industrial engineering. It includes information on all traditional topics, such as methods of improvement, work measurement, planning and control of manufacturing systems, quality control, facilities, and material flow. It covers the latest developments in computer applications, such as database management, CAD/CAM and computer graphics, computer simulation, artificial intelligence and expert systems; the most effective quality control methods, including Total Quality Management (TQM) and reliability engineering; a review of new manufacturing engineering techniques, such as Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) and Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS); effective planning and control methods, including Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Just-in-Time (JIT). This new edition also contains sections on concurrent engineering, controls and sensors, robotics and automation, human factors, and make or buy decisions. Examples and case studies are used to illustrate the application of all concepts and techniques to everyday industrial engineering problems.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Maynard's Industrial Engineering Handbook
Publisher: McGraw-Hill (edition 4)
Publication Date: 1992
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 4.