Scales of production (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards
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What is scale of production?
What is scale of production?
Quantity of identical products made using same methods & materials
What are the 4 production scales?
What are the 4 production scales?
Prototype, Batch, Mass, Continuous
Prototype production characteristic
Prototype production characteristic
Single, unique products individually crafted by skilled workers
Prototype production advantage
Prototype production advantage
Products made to exact customer specifications
Prototype production disadvantage
Prototype production disadvantage
Materials cost more due to small quantities purchased
What is batch production?
What is batch production?
Specific number of identical products made in groups/batches
What is mass production?
What is mass production?
Large quantities of identical products at lowest cost per unit
Mass production advantage
Mass production advantage
Raw materials purchased in bulk at reduced prices
Continuous production characteristic
Continuous production characteristic
Manufacturing 24/7 without stopping
What does production scale affect?
What does production scale affect?
Material selection, manufacturing processes, product costs