SME 2003 Technical Paper Award

Rick Allman and Rick Wilhelm win the AFFT/SME 2003 Technical Paper Award for thier paper "Improving Roll Forming Operations Through Effective Shop Floor Control."

Abstract: Metal fabrication manufacturers need to consider the latest computer technology as a means of improving both the quality of products and efficiency of operations. An easy way to improve the quality of goods produced is to minimize the number of data entry points. This use of computer technology will reduce human errors, and can verify the material used against the material specified as well as provide a link between the production line and an ERP system. Computer technology can increase the running time of a production line that will increase the footage produced and automate record keeping currently tracked manually.