Maynard's Industrial Engineering Handbook 4th Edition

A major revision of a classic reference for the industrial engineers, with 90 percent new material (no surprise there the third edition was published in the technological Dark Ages of 1971). Under the direction of editor Hodson, some 100 specialists in the field contribute material on their areas of expertise. As in the earlier editions, they provide detailed discussions of the methods, materials, and systems of industrial engineering, dealing with such aspects as work measurement, methods improvement, the planning and control of manufacturing systems, facilities, and material flow. In addition, they report on the many developments and advances of recent years, in particular a wide range of technologically sound, cost efficient breakthroughs. Case studies and real-life examples illustrate the applications of the different concepts and techniques involved. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

"... a truly comprehensive text on the field of industrial engineering... This comprehensive handbook will undoubtedly be a popular reference text for anyone requiring more information on all of the principles and practices of industrial engineering. It is well presented, it contains numerous charts, tables, and diagrams, and it features a detailed index." -- Applied Mechanics Review, 2/93

"... successfully integrates the excellence of the earlier editions with the continuing needs of the serious industrial engineer... provides an excellent resource for quick access to a variety of subjects..since reviewing this tome for review, I consult it on a regular basis and have found it to be an excellent resource." -- Stephen R. Luke, PE, Naval Engineers Journal, 7/93

"Although this book has similarities to the 2nd edition of Gavriel Salvendy's Handbook of Industrial Engineering (John Wiley, 1991), it still provides unique information. Recommended for academic libraries and large public libraries that serve management and industrial engineering clientele." -- American Reference Books Annual, 1993