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Designing computer: Project specialist Jim Crichton uses a computer hooked up to a video display terminal to produce designs at a Hamilton metal working firm. A Canadian Manufacturers' Association survey has found most companies do not use computerized drafting.
Designing computer: Project specialist Jim Crichton uses a computer hooked up to a video display terminal to produce designs at a Hamilton metal working firm. A Canadian Manufacturers' Association survey has found most companies do not use computerized drafting.

Designing computer: Project specialist Jim Crichton uses a computer hooked up to a video display terminal to produce designs at a Hamilton metal working firm. A Canadian Manufacturers' Association survey has found most companies do not use computerized drafting.

Date3/4/1982
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0126277F
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