Nontraditional machining
The nontraditional machining involves the use of thermal, chemical, electrical, mechanical and optical sources of energy to form and cut materials. These materials (water jet, laser and EDM) form parts of the modern technology that help in modifying the operation of the any business (Dahotre & Harimkar, 2008). In order to realize success, the business must always work in cooperation with the new technology, which has now formed the platform for competitive advantage. The business will have to consider the use of the nontraditional machining methods (technological innovation); otherwise, it will have no competitive advantage. There is need for the business to diversify in its production. This ensures that the failure of one product in the market is offset by the success of other product in the market. The nontraditional machining is best since it is diverse in its use, creating potentiality in producing other products. For instance, the laser is applicable in removing any material depending on the business’ needs (Dahotre & Harimkar, 2008).
A business will also need to consider the contribution of the customers during the production process. The nontraditional machining methods are significant in ensuring customers’ loyalty because of their flexibility. The business will need to adopt technologies that blend with the present needs of the customers. For instance, it will need the presence of the nontraditional methods such as the laser machining in drilling. A country will rely on the techniques that would help in creating more job opportunities for the people. The presence of nontraditional machining is significant since there would be need to train individuals who would operated the nontraditional machining. This contributes to the significance of the nontraditional machining in maintaining the economy of the country because of the output of increasing the per capita income. The business are always willing to avoid cost arising due to change in the material properties. This makes the business to consider the nontraditional method, which does not always have contact with the material thereby avoiding thermal stresses.
Reference
Dahotre, N. B., & Harimkar, S. P. (2008). Laser fabrication and machining of materials. New York, N.Y: Springer.
