German vs Japanese Industry: Which Country Reigns Supreme in Heavy Industries?

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The discussion revolves around the comparative quality and reliability of heavy industries in Germany and Japan, as well as the potential relationship between industrial output and the education systems in these countries. Participants explore perceptions of manufacturing quality associated with each country and raise questions about the implications of education on industry standards.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a belief that "Made in Germany" signifies high quality but at a higher price, while "Made in Japan" is associated with good quality at a more affordable price.
  • One participant questions the relevance of the discussion, suggesting it may stem from personal motivations or biases against American manufacturing.
  • There are inquiries about how education in each country reflects or influences the quality of their industries, with calls for more specific questions regarding which industries or skills are being referenced.
  • Some participants express skepticism about the thread's purpose and demand clarity on the intentions behind the questions posed.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion remains unresolved, with multiple competing views on the perceptions of manufacturing quality and the relationship between education and industry. Participants express differing opinions on the relevance and intent of the original questions.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not reached consensus on the implications of education on industry quality, and there are unresolved questions regarding the specific industries or skills being discussed.

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hi all
when you hear the phrase "Made In Germany" or "Made In Japan" ,what do you think?
I am sure you immediately think about quality and proficiency ...
but in the engineering field there should be comparisons ,which is better? which one is more reliable ??

what do you think about both countries when it's about heavy industries??
and does the industry reflect the reality of the Education in the country??
 
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Made in Japan always meant cheap junk for post WWII Americans, and made in Germany meant cheap stuff in a souvenir shop.

You always make weird threads, what's the reason for this one? You planning on moving again? Or is this just another of your "slam America" threads?
 
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Evo said:
Made in Japan always meant cheap junk for post WWII Americans, and made in Germany meant cheap stuff in a souvenir shop.

You're showing your age Evo :-p
 
Office_Shredder said:
You're showing your age Evo :-p
:biggrin: I'm not a day over 110.
 
I have respect for both Japanese and German manufacturing.

When I think of German goods, I think 'good quality but expensive'. When I think of Japanese goods, I think 'good (maybe even excellent) quality and affordable'.

For example, cars: I have driven many Japanese cars and they're great. I now drive an Audi and it took a while to get used to it, but now I love it.
 
what about the education?? does the industry reflects the reality of education in the country?
 
YYaaSSeeRR said:
what about the education?? does the industry reflects the reality of education in the country?
What about the education? This seems to be what you are always complaining about. What are you really wanting to know? What, specifically, are you asking about? Which industry? Which skills? Which professions?

Why don't you do some research then come back with specific questions about the answers you researched? This isn't acceptable.
 
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I think it's probably made in China anyway.
 
Evo said:
What about the education? This seems to be what you are always complaining about. What are you really wanting to know? What, specifically, are you asking about? Which industry? Which skills? Which professions?

Why don't you do some research then come back with specific questions about the answers you researched? This isn't acceptable.

so now you sit in my mind and know my intention??
 
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YYaaSSeeRR said:
so now you sit in my mind and know my intention??
No, you need to stop playing games and TELL US your intention so we don't have to guess. Immediately. This is a very odd thread and it will be closed unless you explain its purpose.
 
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OK go ahead and close it.
 
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YYaaSSeeRR said:
OK go ahead and close it.

Done.
 

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