Plenary - Material processing and finishing

Seasonal goods tend to be batch produced – why is this?

• To meet fluctuating demand

• To reduce production costs

• To maintain product quality

• To ensure continuous supply

What timber-based products are likely to use these levels of production?

• Furniture

• Paper

• Construction materials

• All of the above

What disadvantages would the introduction of CNC machinery present to a skilled workforce?

• Loss of jobs

• Increased productivity

• Higher precision

• Reduced training needs

In the production of hardwood kitchens, which parts might be bought in?

• Cabinet doors

• Countertops

• Drawer handles

• All of the above

Which parts of this chair could be sub-assembled?

• Legs

• Seat

• Backrest

• Armrests

Why is it important for a manufacturer to ensure they have rigorous quality control systems in place?

• To reduce production costs

• To ensure product quality and safety

• To increase production speed

• To comply with environmental regulations

What might be the consequences if the table leg doesn’t fall within tolerance?

• The table may wobble.

• The table will be perfectly stable.

• The table will be lighter.

• The table will be more expensive.

A datum symbol may be used to show the square face side and face edge of a piece of timber

• True

• False

Graphic illustrations may use a datum to show which point a measurement was taken from

• True

• False

Why was a more efficient cutting plan not chosen to reduce waste?

• It was too expensive

• It was too complex

• It was not available

• It was not necessary