When the Raymond Corporation started experiencing manufacturing and transportation problems with it s 7400 Reach Fork truck, it implemented Design for Manufacturing and Assembly software to help reduce part numbers, streamline product design, and reduce overall costs. While conducting such an in-depth analysis of operations, manufacturing and product distribution may sound like quite an undertaking, the thorough process paid off for Raymond. read more about the story at the site listed below.
In the meantime, have you experienced a situation like it? If so, tell us about it -- issues you faced, tools you used to solve the challenges, and outcomes.
http://www.designworldonline.com/articles/5417/253/Forklift-Manufac...
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