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PRODUCTION SHOP As indicated by points E, S, and F in Figure 12,
LAYOUT
The floor plan in Figure 12 establishes machine
placement and also illustrates appropriate sepa-
ration of various shop operations. While some
work studies indicate that placing machines
close together enhances productivity, special
consideration must be given to those activities
that produce undesirable by-products like high
levels of dust, intense heat, or excessive noise. It
is essential, if not critical, that these by-products
be controlled effectively.
Note that all dust-producing equipment has
been isolated in one section and then further
divided into subgroups (areas I, K, L, P, and W)
to promote a more effective use of that equip-
ment. To control the dust residue properly, a
high-volume central vacuum system is used
along with receiver ducts located on or behind
each machine. Vented hoods are used in areas
where operations produce the highest volumes
of air contaminants (A, I, L, K, and V). To
supplement these systems, filtered exhaust fans
have been installed to maintain a sufficient air
exchange rate and ensure proper filtration. The
benefits derived from the installation of these
systems are threefold:
• They provide for a safer work
environment.
• They extend the productive life of the
equipment.
• They enhance the total efficiency
concept in production.
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shop access from the retail sales area is restricted
to employees only.
Also, note that the custom shop is centrally lo-
cated but is separated from the associated ar-
eas. This arrangement allows immediate access
for the supervisor gunsmith to all departments,
which facilitates custom work while allowing
for proper supervision.
The warranty service area is another optional
expansion area that promotes high-volume re-
pair and provides direct access to the manufac-
turer with higher discounts on parts acquisition.
Direct access to the consumer through warranty
repair provides yet another opportunity to ex-
pand sales through associated services.
The custom loading area may be considered
optional and, if expanded to include produc-
tion loading, would require a separate license
and should be maintained through controlled
access. The options involve the type and vol-
ume of loading, which could be summarized
as high-volume production loading, specialized
custom loading, or simple in-house loading for a
specific requirement. Regardless of the applica-
tion, immediate access to a loading facility will
prove to be invaluable. For example, you may be
required to test an obsolete rifle for which am-
munition is no longer made. A custom loading
facility would give you the tools to reload such
ammunition right in your own shop.