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What is Flexible Manufacturing System? A flexible manufacturing system is a type of industrial process that allows equipment to be used for more than one purpose, though they may be somewhat related. The Concept The concept of flexible manufacturing systems evolved during the 1960’s when robots, programmable controllers, and computerized numerical controls brought an environment to the factory floor in the form of numerically- controlled and direct-numerically-controlled machines. Root Objective The main goal of a flexible manufacturing system (FMS) is to offer the speed needed to change with market conditions quickly, but not sacrifice any quality. Equipments of FMS Equipment that does this most effectively is likely designed for two or more purposes. Primary equipment work centers • Universal machining centers • Turning centers • Grinding machines • Nibbling machines Process centers • Wash machines • Coordinate measuring machines • Robotic work stations • Manual workstations Benefits of FMS The potential benefits from the implementation and utilization of a flexible manufacturing system have been detailed by numerous researchers on the subject.
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