Open Access Conference Proceedings

Abstract: Thermovision technique has been more often used in a technical practice as a technological processes control and optimization tool. Thermovision outputs are thermograms that in a form of quasi-coloured imaging record temperature field of an observed surface. [..] Read more

Abstract: The new edition of ISO 9001 standard, which defines the requirements for quality management systems, emphasizes the necessity of the risk-based thinking. Organizations that have implemented a quality management system according to this standard, which include practically all metallurgical companies, will have incorporate risk management techniques to their processes. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of this article is to show the importance of the reliability of the selected links of the logistics chain. For companies operating in the metallurgical market it means a necessity to create new terms for cooperation, based on various segments of customers. [..] Read more

Abstract: Evidence of production process capability is one of the basic requirements for automotive industry suppliers including metallurgical companies. From this reason these suppliers must perform process capability analysis. [..] Read more

Abstract: This paper presents some possibilities of statistical process control that can be used when the basic requirements for the application of standard Shewhart control charts are not fulfilled. These basic assumptions that must be met include mainly a requirement on the normality of the data, the requirement for constant mean and variance, and last but not least the requirement for mutual independence of data. [..] Read more

Abstract: The regression model for operational control support on steelworks based on analytical diagnostic is described in this work. The regression model is the base for knowledge planning system. [..] Read more

Abstract: This paper is focused on problems with operative control support with usage of object localization in heterogeneous industrial environments. There is presented usage of specialized localization and identification electronic systems and logistic methods, development of own localization units with usage of standard GPS and GSM systems, including device testing in various industrial environment. [..] Read more

Abstract: Hot-blast stove is apparatus for preheating air blown into a blast furnace, an important step in raising the efficiency of iron processing. Physical model of 4 hot-blast stoves is created on a small scale. [..] Read more

Abstract: The dynamic changes noted on the world markets which have led to the globalization of economy have not eliminated the importance of local (regional) markets. Companies operating on these markets can improve their competitive advantage by building relationships that support collaboration. [..] Read more

Abstract: Turbulent environment and processes of markets opening in the global economy intensely affect the metallurgical sector and pace of change processes within this sector. Variable economic situation and scale of investment make that it is necessary to approach the option to enter new markets, even regional or local, very carefully and based on detailed analytical analysis. [..] Read more

Abstract: EU policy requires from the regions defining their smart specializations – main activities based on the regional key competencies for obtaining competitive advantages. Smart specializations are based on material, social and intellectual assets available in the region in industrial and scientific institutions. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the paper is analysis the linkages between the types of services (product-centric and knowledge-centric services) that steel service centres deliver to their customers and key network capabilities required. Many firms operating in mature industries as steel or petrochemicals are today facing increased global competition, especially from low-cost producers. [..] Read more

Abstract: The article presents efficiency and labour productivity analysis of Polish metal industry in 2010-2014. The main purpose of this paper is to compare the efficiency of 12 branch manufacturing metal products in Poland. [..] Read more

Abstract: The main purpose of this paper is to compare the productivity of the metal production sector with other manufacturing industries in Poland. Estimation of the productivity was carried out using the Malmquist Productivity Index (MPI), which is based on a deterministic approach. [..] Read more

Abstract: Metallurgical companies is among the industry leaders in the Czech Republic. Many of them are large suppliers of the state. [..] Read more

Abstract: The aim of the article is to apply system thinking as the actual source of best practice innovation solution from automotive industry to increase the competitiveness of metallurgic industry. Systems thinking and system theory are currently widely used in a variety of subjects in fields such as computing, engineering, information science, manufacturing, management, sustainable development and the environment. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper presents the use of audit as a tool to improve the operation of a metal sector company. The issue of significance of performed audits and their impact on the operations has also been raised. [..] Read more

Abstract: The study based on conducted surveys presents selected issues concerning the organization of the distribution in the activities of the metallurgical companies. The research are: the distribution of logistics tasks, the number of customers who work with companies, transport used in the delivery, supplies used in distribution channels, customer relationships, a market research, planning, delivery and distribution costs, the occurrence of difficulties in ensuring the flexibility of supply and prospects to increase the flexibility of supply. [..] Read more

Abstract: The paper focuses on the possibilities of calculation of ABC and their use in metallurgical production, based on the Activity Based Costing calculation method. Primarily, the conditions necessary to ensure the allocation of the cost of sub-activities to cost objects are defined, which are in the final stage of the allocation the products (units of calculation). [..] Read more

Abstract: The Steel industry companies operate in difficult and changing environment of significant competitive pressure. Trying to strengthen their market position, continuous search for competitive advantages must be carried out. [..] Read more