Which one of the following statements about an FMS is true?
A) No human intervention is required to load or operate the system.
B) Because an FMS does not require a large initial investment, it can be easily installed.
C) Automated tool changing is actually slower than manual tool changing, but the system performs it without fatigue or error so the benefits are accrued over the long-term.
D) Programs and tooling setups can be changed with almost no loss of production time.

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One of the key advantages of an FMS is its ability to quickly and easily change programs and tooling setups with minimal loss of production time. Option A is not true as some human intervention is required for setup and maintenance. Option B is not true as FMS requires a significant initial investment. Option C is not true as automated tool changing is faster and more accurate than manual tool changing.

Which One of the Following Statements About an FMS Is