Getting your process right
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Benchmarking, a comparative evaluation of the performance of one company with that of other companies, enables the upgrading of the method of functioning of that company. Investment in the research and development section, position of market share and turnover of assets are some of the indicators used for evaluating the performance of a company. In benchmarking operational measures such as product development time, the total effort to produce a product and the design realization are additional indicators used for a comparative assessment.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1992
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Liquid engineering
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Castrol has devised new lubricant tests and new engine oils in response to changing laws and engines. With 20% of carbon dioxide emissions coming from road vehicles, environmental laws will strongly influence engine design. Engines now endure much more stress than in the 1970s; Castrol's new tests show that the old lubricants no longer suffice. Its new line of oils reduces oil consumption 50%, improves engine cleanliness 24%, and reduces chlorine emissions 80%.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1992
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The Italian colt
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Pininfarina's new Ethos concept car features low weight, easy recycling, and a simpler engine and gearshift. Its frame has an aluminum reticular structure and its body consists only of plastic panels. The sports car has a 3-cylinder 1200 cc engine, weighs 700 kg, and is 3.63 m long. Orbital Engine Co, Morbidelli, Hydro Aluminum, GE Plastics, PPG, BBS, and Goodyear were partners in the design and construction; Honda is rumored to be interested in making it.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1992
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