Recombinant protein production uses DNA techniques to produce proteins in large quantities for laboratory and industrial use. It is used to produce human growth hormone and insulin, and involves inserting genes into vectors and inducing overexpression in host cells. Expression vectors have promoters to make large amounts of protein, and purification is facilitated with tags […]
Lifestyle choices and health conditions can affect sperm levels. Alcohol, smoking, drugs, and STDs can decrease sperm production, while a healthy diet, hydration, exercise, and certain vitamins can increase it. Age and injury can also play a role. Sperm production is a natural and key element of the male reproductive system, but there are things […]
Reducing production costs can increase profit and lower item prices. Analyzing work, supplies, output, location, and downtime can identify areas for improvement. Layoffs, transfers, automation, and supply management can help. The cost of production is a major factor in determining profit and the price of the item, and reducing this cost can both increase profit […]
Reducing production costs can increase profit and lower item prices. Analyzing work requirements, supplies, output, and downtime can help reduce costs. Excess workers can be laid off or transferred, and automated systems can replace human labor. Analyzing supply needs and reducing errors can decrease supply costs. Location and building size can affect costs, and reducing […]
To become a production accountant, one can attend school for a degree in accounting and gain experience in the film and television industry, or work within a production company to gain equivalent experience. Production accountants track costs, disburse funds, and send reports, and need to be familiar with both accounting and industry specifics. College courses […]
Car production lines use an assembly line to efficiently produce cars and reduce costs. The process involves several stations where workers or machines perform assembly tasks, with the car traveling along a conveyor system. The chassis is the starting point, with other components attached at various stations. Robotic machinery is used for some tasks, but […]
A master production schedule is a comprehensive schedule used by project managers to measure progress and success of a project. It contains forecasts and goals, and provides reliable guidelines for timely product deliveries. It can be used on a small scale and is similar to a monthly menu planning for student lunches. In manufacturing, a […]
Sustainable manufacturing aims to create products that have minimal negative environmental impacts, are safe for people, and economically viable. It involves using renewable resources, clean energy sources, and efficient manufacturing processes while eliminating wasteful and harmful processes. It also highlights the social obligations that businesses have to protect people and their communities. Sustainability is an […]
Formaldehyde can be produced commercially using mild oxidation or dehydrogenation methods with a molybdenum-iron oxide or silver catalyst. The reactions are exothermic and can generate heat for other purposes. The dehydrogenation process produces hydrogen, which is burned to produce steam for the boiler. Other catalysts include copper chromite and palladium acetate. Most organic compounds, simple […]
A moldy melon sold by a fruit seller in Peoria, Illinois in 1942 led to the discovery of a way to extract more penicillin than ever before, ultimately saving countless lives during World War II and beyond. The world owes a great debt of gratitude to a careless fruit seller in Peoria, Illinois. Although her […]
Biogas is produced by anaerobic decomposition of organic materials and can replace fossil fuels for heating and transportation. A biogas plant has a digester and a gas holder, and the gas is produced by decomposing waste. Biogas is a low-cost renewable energy source that uses waste materials and is preferred over fossil fuels for environmental […]
A production planner plans production processes, requires higher education, on-the-job experience, certification, and familiarity with job-specific computer programs. APICS offers certifications in production and inventory management. Real-world experience is beneficial, and familiarity with material requirements planning (MRP) systems is important. A production planner is a manufacturing professional who plans production processes for an organization. These […]
Mass production uses time-saving techniques like assembly lines to create many products quickly, reducing labor costs and allowing for lower prices. Before this, craftsmen built products from start to finish. Assembly lines have led to faster production but also to overskill and repetitive stress syndrome. Robotics are increasingly taking over mass assembly jobs. Mass production […]
Indirect manufacturing refers to producing something indirectly, either through the use of another item or producing something to be used as a means of obtaining another item. This can apply to machinery, equipment, services, or producing an item for trade or sale. Indirect manufacturing is an economic term that refers to the process of producing […]
To become a Unit Production Manager (UPM) in the entertainment industry, start with assistant-level jobs and work your way up through excellent job performance and networking. UPMs handle budget, schedule, and contracts, and are hired for each production. A degree or training program can help, but persistence and luck are key. Start with any job […]
Production managers oversee production processes, supervise employees, and ensure efficient operations. A degree in management, administration, or industrial technology is useful, but not always necessary. Experience and job-specific training are also important, and continuing education may be required to stay current with industry trends. Production managers are responsible for planning and coordinating systems and procedures […]
Biogas is produced by anaerobic bacterial digestion of organic matter, including human and animal waste, food waste, and crops. The process takes place in a sealed anaerobic digester, producing methane and carbon dioxide. The trapped biogas can be used for heat and electricity, while the waste residue can be used as fertilizer. Biogas production is […]
Prostaglandin production is influenced by natural processes, diet, and medication. They affect many organs and can cause inflammation, fever, and pain. NSAIDs reduce prostaglandin production, but also inhibit beneficial ones. Diet can stimulate or suppress prostaglandin production. Some substances, such as bromelain, turmeric, mangosteen, and pomegranate, can suppress inflammatory prostaglandins. Prostaglandin production is influenced by […]
Continuous manufacturing involves ongoing processing of materials, with facilities in constant operation to meet high consumer demand. It differs from batch manufacturing and requires production controllers to maintain efficiency and quality. Examples of products made using this approach include petroleum-based products, household items, building materials, and electrical components. Continuous manufacturing is a strategy that involves […]
Manufacturing companies create budgets projecting production volume and financial expectations, but actual production may vary due to factors such as delays and machinery breakdowns. The difference between projected and actual production creates a variance, which can be positive or negative. Managers and other supervisors in manufacturing plants often create budgets that project the company’s overall […]
