Welding-Related Expenditures, Investments, and Productivity Measurement in U.S. Manufacturing, Construction and Mining Industries

摘要

This report presents results of a comprehensive research effort commissioned by the American Welding Society and Edison Welding Institute to gather baseline information necessary to support sh'ategic decision Inaking concerning the field of welding. The information provided in this report focuses on welding-related expenditures and the measurement of welding productivity in specific U.S. industries where welding is a critical enabling technology. Opportunities to further improve welding productivity are also outlined. The research leading to this report, and the results following, lay a foundation for all future economic evaluations of the welding indushy. Those directly involved in the industry now have a baseline for evaluating welding-related investments and changes in productivity. Additionally, this work will facilitate efforts to provide information concerning the scope and economic impact of the welding industry to a larger audience of individuals and groups outside of the industry.