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Truck Cab's Process

Truck Cab Manufacturers Inc. has two main process methods by which cabs are constructed:

1. Bay Build Method - For new cab construction
2. Line Build Method - For existing cab models

Below is a brief outline describing each.

NEW CAB CONSTRUCTION

  • Engineering consultation - where all the particulars are discussed
  • Complete layout drawing of the cab
  • Customer acceptance of layout
  • Detail drawings made from layout
  • Parts fabricated at sheet metal fabricators
  • Prototype parts are assembled at Truck Cab
  • Prototype cab is "bay built" to ensure any drawing corrections are made
  • After customer acceptance of prototype Truck Cab is ready to build cab using line build methods


EXISTING CAB

  • Sub assembly of doors, sills, backs, roofs, side frames, engine enclosures
  • Cab is started on cab setup fixture
  • Line stations perform predetermined operations where sub assemblies are installed
  • Cab body finished
  • Cab is undercoated
  • Cab is high pressure steam phosphatized
  • Cab is primed or finished painted
  • Cab is groomed
  • Cab is ready for shipment

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