Back to the 80s Machinery Factory

Chapter 494 The Barrier is Too Thick

“Some combinations are inherently high-risk, but on the day of processing, the knives were sharpened, the equipment was in good condition, and the craftsman's skills were reliable, so in the end, it was successful.”

“But if you give this card to another vocational school to copy, with different equipment and different people, it might not work.”

"Therefore, we cannot only look at the result, but also at whether the process was explained clearly."

"What we care about most is how 'copyable' a card really is."

“Those cards with vague processes, incomplete data, and ambiguous descriptions, even if they succeed this time by chance, cannot be successfully reproduced in other schools, other batches, or by other workers.”

He pulled out a card, held it up in his hand, and waved it:
"Look at this, the description for hole enlargement is 'secondary tool pass'."

"But what is the specific tool diameter? How many passes? What is the rotation speed? Is coolant used? Not a single word is written."

"Just with that one phrase, 'second cut,' if the person and the materials are different, there's a high chance something will go wrong."

“We categorize cards that lack key information and rely on the operator’s subjective judgment as having ‘weak control’.”

He paused, then slammed another card onto the table:
"Let's look at this one from the First Technical School."

“First, there is ‘pre-drilling 17.2’, then ‘semi-finish turning 17.7’, and finally ‘finish reaming 17.82±0.02’, with the three processes progressing step by step.”

"There were two test fitting points in the middle, and the tool model, speed and cooling method used were clearly written down."

"This is a typical example of 'strong control.' The standards are clear, the processes are standardized, and the operators don't need to guess."

As he spoke, he laid the two cards on the table, one on each side.

"If we want these cards to really work, I suggest we categorize them by 'control'!"

After all,

With Chen Luyang staring in disbelief,

Guo Anli took out a piece of paper, picked up a pen, and wrote a rough draft form on the back.

"I have initially come up with six key fields to use for the 'control score'."

"First, the number of steps; second, the completeness of the description of each step; third, the accuracy range of key dimensions; fourth, whether trial fitting is included; fifth, whether there are rework or repair records; and sixth, whether there are batch consistency notes."

“Once these six indicators are quantified, a clear and specific ‘process control score’ can be given for each card.”

“Scores from 0 to 10 indicate that a high score means the standard is complete and easy to reproduce; a low score means the risk is high and requires special care.”

As you speak, a concise and clear table appears on the paper.

At this moment, Ma Jin came over, glanced at the straw mat, and asked a question:

"I have a question. Your scoring method mainly focuses on whether the process is clear and whether it can be reused."

"But if we want to make this card set into a scalable model, the process alone is not enough; the actual processing results must also be taken into account."

"For example, if indicators such as dimensional error and finished product qualification rate are not included, there may be situations where the process is standardized but the result is still problematic."

Upon hearing this, Guo Anli slapped his forehead: "Right! I had completely forgotten about that if you hadn't mentioned it!"

As he spoke, he took a pen and added a column at the end of the evaluation form, writing:

"Physical verification record".

The remarks column should indicate: "Whether finished product inspection data such as dimensions, shape and position, and defects are attached."

Seeing this, Ma Jin added:
"It would be best to specify whether it is a batch sampling inspection or a piece-by-piece inspection, otherwise you can't tell whether it is stable just by looking at the data."

"These kinds of 'result fields' will be useful for future data processing comparisons and experience summaries."

Guo Anli listened and nodded, quickly jotting down additional notes beside him.

The two of them talked back and forth, and the table on the paper became more and more detailed and more and more complete.

……

What the hell!

Chen Luyang stood there dumbfounded, realizing that he couldn't fit into their world at all.

Is the barrier between freshmen and juniors really that thick?!

He initially designed the process cards simply to highlight the "industry-education integration" approach and showcase the achievements of vocational schools!
At the same time, take a shortcut in the middle.

We will share several effective operating methods from vocational schools for other schools to refer to.
This will help everyone avoid pitfalls and reduce scrap, thereby increasing the yield rate of finished parts.

But who would have thought that even though they were both cards...

In Ma Jin and Guo Anli's view, it is amazing that they were able to break down "process fields" and "result variables" into a complete "process data system" that fits standards and extracts paths!
As the scoring framework on that scrap of paper became more and more detailed,

The scope has expanded from the original strength of control to include information integrity, physical verification, and scalable indicators...

The prototype of a "process replicability scoring system" thus emerged from a few handwritten cards!

Chen Luyang's eyes lit up!
Okay~~
Really good!

Since they can deduce conclusions from the "cards," then I'll be responsible for finding more "valuable cards" and feeding them in!

"Let's build a card scoring database right now!"

"The cards for the next batch of general-purpose parts will be written using your scoring model!"

"You guys set the standards and ensure the scoring is solid. Then, the high-scoring cards will be directly added to the template library for all vocational schools to refer to!"

"Of course, you can't throw away low-scoring cards either,"

"We'll release another 'Typical Card Revision Suggestions' later, and personally guide vocational school students on how to write their cards properly!"

Guo Anli nodded in agreement:

"Yes, once we have a large number of cards, we can even extract a 'card specification writing guide' from the overall data."

"For example, what is the minimum number of steps involved in making a push rod? How detailed should each step be? In which stage should trial fitting and adjustments be included?"

"Print out this guide and hang it on the workshop wall."

"Students can tell how to write on the card at a glance, and instructors can tell whether the card is reliable or not at a glance."

Ma Jin added, "After the scores are given, we can use the data to review them later."

Good heavens...!
Chen Luyang was thrilled by what he was saying!
No wonder everyone says college students are valuable.

This is fucking valuable!

What they hadn't expected was that Ma Jin and Guo Anli had managed to create an industrial teaching system based on practical experience in just a few words!

If the system is really rolled out.

This is not a card process for "internal use in the repair shop".

Instead, it's a "standardized model" that can be presented and promoted!
At that time, not only will vocational schools in this city be able to learn from this, but other cities, districts, and other sister units will also be able to use it as a reference!
It might even become a pilot standard for 'general-purpose parts teaching and training' in the city!

at night,

The repair shop was brightly lit.

More than twenty people worked through the night, inspecting each component and organizing the card information one by one.

In the office,

Chen Luyang sat at the table, thoughtfully writing down a series of titles on the manuscript paper.

"Analysis of Branch School Collaboration Model and Construction of Data Samples Based on Trial-Made Cards—Taking the First Round of Trial-Made General-Purpose Components from Six Vocational Schools as the Core Sample"

After finishing writing, Chen Luyang looked at it from the left and right.

I feel like this title is missing something.

After thinking about it,
He then added a subtitle below: "A Discussion on the Practical Role and Path Analysis of Vocational Schools in Standardized Engineering"

After finishing writing, Chen Luyang took a closer look!
ok~
The title is already three lines long.

I don't know if it's because there are too many things to do, but I can't fit everything in one line.

It's still because my skills aren't good enough.

It seems that ever since I started school and started working on projects, the titles of these materials have become longer and longer!

Chen Luyang was a little scared; she should stop making the headlines so long in the future.

Now that the title is out, here comes the main text.

Although Ma Jin and Guo Anli have already begun to build a "replicable scoring system for process flow" around the process card, laying the foundation for subsequent standardization.

However, this scoring system alone is insufficient to highlight the actual value of vocational schools in the entire project.

If we want vocational schools to become the main focus and take center stage.

This truly reflects the achievements of "industry-education integration".

We must put these practical experiences into writing and produce a document that is both data-supported and theoretically profound.

After thinking about it,
Chen Luyang began writing, and the first paragraph on the first page was:
"Since the project's inception, vocational school teachers and students have been deeply involved in the sample processing of parts, undertaking key tasks ranging from blueprint study, process development, and trial and error to on-site fitting and physical measurement. This has not only provided valuable samples for the exploration of standardization but also accumulated practical experience for reference. Especially given the varying equipment conditions and student backgrounds, the vocational school collective has demonstrated a strong adaptability and problem-solving awareness, becoming the main force driving the gradual formation of the 'multi-point collaboration, segmented trial production' model..."

hehe~
After finishing the first paragraph, Chen Luyang looked at the title and the first paragraph, which had taken up almost the entire night, with immense satisfaction.
Although the first paragraph has a bit more words~
But it's on point!
If those vocational school teachers and principals saw this, I wonder how happy they would be!
Rubbing his hands excitedly, Chen Luyang mentally prepared his words.

Then the pen continued to write on the manuscript paper with rapid, swift strokes...

The prototypes from the six technical schools were almost complete.

Now we're just one last step, the most crucial one!
Full assembly verification.

ε=(ο｀*))) Sigh~
Chen Luyang scratched his head, a thoughtful and hesitant look on his face.

We need to find a reliable place to do this step.

As for who to hire...

Two names kept flashing through Chen Luyang's mind:

One is Lu Yongqiang, and the other is He Dahua.

In terms of actual status, Lu Yongqiang seems to have the upper hand.
But this thing...

A father-in-law's relationship is never as convenient as a relationship with one's own father or factory manager.

If we were to approach Director Lu, it would seem as if he were using Chen Tuo's 'future son-in-law' relationship to get things done.

he does not like.

Besides, in this society, you never know how things will get out once they reach other people's ears.

I only asked Chen Tuo's brother for help with the preparatory work.

If word gets out, it could easily become that everything I've done is thanks to my future father-in-law's help.

He might as well be dead!
Moreover,
Lu Yongqiang's side is involved in steelmaking and ironmaking.

Although the factory is large, it may not be suitable for them to do such meticulous work as assembly.

On the contrary, He Dahua's Xishan Machinery Factory originally came from the equipment processing industry, with a solid mechanical foundation and many technicians.

Weighing the two options, He Dahua is better than Lu Yongqiang.

...Just go find my Uncle He!
By the time Chen Luyang arrived at Xishan Machinery Factory, it was already dark.

The streetlights at the factory gate lit up one by one, casting a bluish glow on the snow.

Fortunately, Chen Luyang used to come to Xishan to help out, and he was familiar with the gatekeepers.

From afar, I saw him walking towards the gate with his schoolbag on his back. The gatekeeper smiled, opened the small window, and poked his head out.

"Oh, Xiao Chen's here? He's not here to translate this time, is he?"

"No," Chen Luyang said with a smile and waved her hand. "I need to talk to Uncle He about something."

"Okay, let's go in."

He jogged into the factory area, and as Chen Luyang went into the administration building...

He Dahua was carrying a teacup back to his office from the conference room when he arrived.

Upon seeing Chen Luyang, He Dahua immediately waved happily:

"Hey, Xiao Chen, why did you come all this way at this hour? Come inside and warm up!"

Walking into the office,
After a brief reminiscing, Chen Luyang explained his purpose.

"Uncle He, the reason I came to see you today is because I need your help with something."

"Isn't this the generic parts project from our repair shop?"

"The test pieces for the six technical schools have been completed."

"But I'm stuck in the assembly stage. I need to find a factory with full assembly capabilities to do a full assembly verification."

“I’ve looked at quite a few places recently, but they either thought my job was too small and weren’t interested, or they didn’t have the precision to do my job…”

"The ministry and the city are both keeping an eye on this pilot project. I need to get the first batch of samples out as soon as possible, otherwise the data analysis below won't be able to run."

"Uncle He, can you help me think of a solution?"

After listening, He Dahua sighed:
"Xiao Chen, this little task is something I could easily do for you under normal circumstances."

"But as you know, with the year-end rush underway, the key projects in our factory's two departments are hitting their deadlines, and I don't even dare to schedule more time off for the trial production sections I'm in charge of."

"The factory workshops are currently struggling to keep up with the demand; there's no room for process engineers or testing and adjustment equipment."

“If I force you to come in, not only will your project schedule be disrupted, but my original production schedule will also be thrown into chaos.”

“I understand!” Chen Luyang nodded immediately.

He came from the provincial machinery factory.

The busiest time of the year for the factory is at the end of the year.

The entire factory was like a wound-up toy, pushing forward with all their might.

If we can overcome this challenge, we can deliver a respectable report card to the ministry, our superiors, and even the entire industry.
If we can't get through this, next year's targets, funding, and equipment upgrades will all have to be postponed.

The more critical the unit, the more manpower is needed.

The more essential the position, the less likely it is that a process engineer will be spared to do some "easy help" work for you.

Even if I wanted to help, I really couldn't.

"However, there is a company that might be able to take your job."

He Dahua turned to Chen Luyang: "Have you heard of the 'Fifth Processing Department of the Municipal Crafts and Technology Service Station'?"

"No." Chen Luyang shook her head.

“It’s normal if you haven’t heard of it,” He Dahua said with a smile.

"That place never accepts work from outsiders; it relies entirely on referrals within the circle. Outsiders have absolutely no access to it."

He placed the teacup on the table, and his tone became steady:
"That company was originally the precision machining group under the arsenal. The old workers were very skilled and did delicate work that ordinary factories dared not touch or could not do."

(End of this chapter)