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December 1982

Productivity in the pump and compressor industry

Horst Brand, Clyde Huffstutler

During 1958-80, the industry experienced long-term advances, reflecting improvements in metalworking machinery and computer aid; but since 1965, productivity has decelerated, being especially slow from 1973 forward.

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