Manufacturing Facilities Design and Material Handling

Using a hands-on approach, the fourth edition ofManufacturing Facilities Design and Material Handlingconnects theoretical concepts of plant layout and design to real-life experiences students will face in the field. Following select chapters, "Project in the Making" is an ongoing case study that allows students to see how their knowledge is put to use in the design of an actual manufacturing facility. The revised fourth edition contains a new look at the increased importance of energy costs, transportation, and plant location on facilities planning today. New to this edition: All forms, charts, and worksheets provided in electronic format Clear chapter objectives outlining each unit's learning goals Increased discussion of plant location strategy The 10 principles of material handling as presented by the College Industry Council on Material Handling EducationStephens, Matthew P. is the author of 'Manufacturing Facilities Design and Material Handling', published 2009 under ISBN 9780135001059 and ISBN 0135001056.