Newbie in pressure vessels seeking advice
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I currently work in the technical department of a pressure vessel manufacturing factory, where my main responsibilities include managing manufacturing processes and material quotas, as well as planning the cutting of sheets of metal. Since I’m the only one who handles the manufacturing process and know nothing about it, how can I do it well? ? ? What should I learn if I want to switch to design? ? ?
First of all, one should study the standards thoroughly in order to become familiar with the theoretical knowledge, which is the foundation； Secondly, going to the workshop to see how the workers do it is a way to improve things. It would be great to have the chance to switch to design; as for manufacturing processes, well, haha! Everyone knows it. The requirements imposed by the manufacturing process on the actual operational procedures are quite high; these requirements are not apparent with ordinary equipment, but they become more evident with specialized equipment. The experienced workers in the workshops are, in theory, experts in the practical application of these processes.
It seems that these days no one really cares about the manufacturing processes. To be honest, the processes in our factory are only designed to satisfy the requirements of those from the inspection agency; what’s actually done in the workshop is completely different
To truly excel in manufacturing processes, high standards are required; this involves the accumulation of practical experience, a solid foundation in theoretical knowledge, and the ability to integrate these elements with the actual production capabilities of the workshop. To become a true process specialist, one must meet quite high qualifications.
How should one learn* and improve? ? ?
Is it better to focus on craftsmanship or design development? ? ?
It is best to actually track the entire manufacturing process of the two self-made containers, seek more opportunities for external visits and learning, and strengthen theoretical studies, etc.