Ford Methods And The Ford Shops

By Horace Lucian Arnold and Fay Leone Faurote

Book Overview

""Ford Methods And The Ford Shops"" is a comprehensive book written by Horace Lucien Arnold, which provides an in-depth analysis of the production methods and assembly line techniques used by the Ford Motor Company. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the history and development of the Ford Motor Company, as well as the principles and methods used in the production process. The second part of the book focuses on the Ford Shops, which were established to manufacture parts and components for Ford vehicles.The author describes the various stages of the production process, from the design and development of new models to the assembly of individual parts into finished vehicles. He also discusses the importance of standardization and the use of interchangeable parts in the manufacturing process, which allowed for greater efficiency and lower costs. The book also provides detailed descriptions of the various tools and machines used in the production process, as well as the training and management techniques used to ensure that workers were able to perform their tasks quickly and efficiently.Overall, ""Ford Methods And The Ford Shops"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the development of modern manufacturing techniques and the role that the Ford Motor Company played in this process. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the automobile industry or the evolution of modern production methods.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163119466
• ISBN13: 9781163119464
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"