Wrapping paper
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Reprographic equipment maker Xerox Corp. is tackling the problem of reducing packaging waste with its 'Packaging Free Products' project. The system, launched as a result of pressure from international legislation, means that the company has dispensed will all packaging for its products made in Europe. Instead, a system of completely returnable packaging has been developed which eliminates all waste and reduces inventory holding. Meanwhile, packaging concern Vale-Pak uses the Kartopack system that transforms paper-based waste into a flexible package-padding material.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1997
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Control project
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Drive manufacturer Invertek employs a rapid product development strategy to achieve growth in a highly competitive industry. It aims to cover 80% market requirements with up to forty controllable parameters and uses engineering body Design Engineering Research Centre designs. Stereolithography modelling techniques were used to develop the plastic moulds.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1998
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Lean burn
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The production engineering team for the Eurofighter has developed a radical and advanced production system for the aircraft. Construction of components is split between the four consortium members and is based on lean manufacturing techniques.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 2000
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