Paper Clip
A paper clip is an abundant device that is utilized globally in providing temporary holds to papers. The technological manufacturing of paper clips evolved in the 20th century (Meijers, 2009). The developing of these clips was based on the growing need of connecting papers records together. Paper clips are utilized in connecting paper materials together to act as a reference. In addition they help in keeping a better record of paper without loss. It is used in paper sheets holding and is normally made of steel and it has different shapes (Meijers, 2009).
Clip papers manufacturing does not necessitate numerous raw materials based on the fact that the manufacturing is very easy (Meijers, 2009). Paper clips are developed from galvanized wire steel. The diameter of the wire normally depends on the general quality and size of the paper clips that are being developed (Meijers, 2009). This therefore illustrates that paper clips can be developed from cheap, light or high quality steel which mainly depends on the manufacturer. However the materials utilized in the manufacturing have to match particular physical aspects in ensuring that the developed clips are satisfactory and effective (Meijers, 2009).
The manufacturing procedure of paper clips is termed as simple as it utilizes a single wire formation machine. In addition the procedure is termed as easy because since the early 1930’s this procedure has not engaged in any transformation. The procedure of manufacturing begins with large steel wire that is normally galvanized (Kamrani & Salhieh, 2002). The person that is responsible for the production feeds the wire forming machine by the end of the wire which is then inserted into the machine that is utilized in manufacturing of the paper clips. When the paper clip is complete it holds three different bends. The making machine forms the wire in three different bends through the procedure of cutting it and passing the wire in three different small wheels. The particular wheels are rough in a slight mode and they are able to acquire the wire length as it passes through. The first wheel is able to turn the wire by at least 180 which is the formation of the first bend and the second bend is making by the second wheel while the last bend is made by the last wheel. This process is normally very fast and hundreds of clips can be generated within a minute. When the paper clips are completed they then fall into the organized boxes. The filled boxes are sealed after being shut. The operate times of the clips normally depends on the size of the organization which means that some may work more than a single time. The dozens of manufacturing machines are managed by the employee through automation controls (Petroski, 2000).
Modern design paragon normally holds up the gem clips the materials utilized in developing paper clips is required to hold certain characteristics (Meijers, 2009). The wire must be stiff to handle the utilization use but it should be easy to open. Reshaping of the clip designs must be considered. Cost effectiveness, the corners must not offer sharp ends of breaking ends. The utilized material can never be corrosive should be shiny, or even dull in distinct sizes. A consideration of design is normally performed as it can be in different serrate and in making fresh paper clips materials options and designs are confronted by the clips manufacturers (Meijers, 2009).
References
Ali K Kamrani & Sa'ed M Salhieh. (2002). Product Design for Modularity. Boston, MA: Springer US.
Meijers, M. (2009). Philosophy of technology and engineering sciences. Amsterdam : Elsevier/North-Holland.
Petroski, H. (2000). Invention by design: how engineers get from thought to thing. Cambridge, mass: Harvard university press.
