Process Planning
Process Planning When the design engineers have designed the product, the assembly drawings and working drawings of individual components are made. Now the process planners have to see how the product can best be made to meet the drawing specifications. Process Planning: Process planning can also be defined as the systematic determination of the methods by which a product is to be manufactured economically and competitively. It consists of devising, selecting and specifying processes, machine tools and other equipment to convert raw material into finished and assembled products. Purpose of process planning: The purpose of process planning is to determine and describe the best process for each job so that: 1. Specific requirements are established for which machines, tools, and other equipment can be designed or purchased. 2. The effort of all engaged in manufacturing are coordinated. 3. A guide is furnished to show the best way to use the existing or proposed facilities. Procedure ...