Chapter 261 Vernier Caliper and Northwest Industry
Although Alda and Bailding do not have a sufficient number of blacksmiths, there are some in other territories.
Among other things, the blacksmiths in Earl Price Parker’s territory are famous for their expertise in making weapons and armors in the Northwest Gulf. In addition to a large number of such blacksmiths among the people, the Earl himself operates a large weapons workshop.
This is also the reason why the old earl dared to organize an alliance against the Kent family.
So Paul invited his allies to Lake Town and proposed to them the idea of jointly manufacturing and selling weapons - he would provide raw materials and let the blacksmiths of each territory process them into weapons, and then sell them outside to earn money. The profits obtained are distributed together.
"Alda and Bailding can produce a large amount of iron, whether it is pig iron or wrought iron. We can provide you with as much iron as you want."
Paul said something that stunned the lords, This young boy's tone is too loud.
“Can you give me a rough figure? For example, how many tons of pig iron can be produced in a year?”
Earl Parker asked this question on behalf of the lords.
"Uh..."
What number should I say? Would it be considered bragging if I told you the real numbers?
We can still wait for Paul to think about it. Hansel on the side stretched out four fingers:
“By the end of this year, our two places will be able to reach an annual output of 400 tons.”< br>
He gave Paul a wink, no matter whether he could do it or not, just brag first, they wouldn’t need so much anyway.
Damn, you are really bragging. Increasing production is not just about building a few more blast furnaces and reverberatory furnaces. It also needs to take into account the increase in production of iron ore and coal mines, and the refining of coke. The most important thing is the training of workers related to these industries.
Forget it, forget about it, let’s stimulate demand first. Paul slammed the table and followed Hansel's words:
"Yes, if you need more, we can increase the production even higher!"
Sure enough, the two of them The cowhide shocked everyone, and the lords looked at each other.
Gleiman was either blessed by God or made a deal with the devil - they would 100% think so if they had not seen such magical inventions as muskets and cannons in previous joint operations.
"Ahem! If what you are talking about, Lord Count, is the real data, it is a great and positive thing. Not only can it be sold to other places, but it can also be used to arm our own troops, so that we can compete with Maltz ·Kent’s army will be more advantageous when fighting.”
"Exactly, Mr. Viscount. To be honest, I am planning to equip each of my soldiers with a breastplate."
Paul smiled at Viscount Johnston, who shrank guiltily. Shrinking his shoulders, he sent spies to sneak into Alda a year ago to steal paper-making technology. I wonder if Graiman will bear him a grudge. Who would have thought that Arda could develop into a monster with 2,000 standing troops and an annual output of 400 tons of iron. Fortunately, he is now in the same camp as Earl Grayman.
Earl Malcolm asked: "But after the weapons are built, how should we transport them to the south in large quantities? This is not an ordinary weight of goods."
Paul gave the answer : "It's very simple, use sea transportation. Not only is the freight volume huge, but it can also avoid tariffs in various territories on the way south. Taxes are not included in the selling price, and the competitiveness of our products has increased by 10%."
Sea shipping? It is indeed an innovative method. The lords have heard that the shipyard in Arda is building a new type of ship, which is not only driven by wind power, but also has a huge cargo capacity.
"I heard that you destroyed all the pirates in the Northwest Gulf. Is it to pave the way for large-scale shipping?"
Earl Parker asked, stroking his beard.
“Yes, I already had this idea at that time.”
“And you have sent an expedition to sail to Cape Bay?”
“Yes, Cape Bay Will be my key trading partner in the future.”
"Well, when it comes to annihilating pirates, we coastal lords owe you a thank you." Earl Parker's words reminded everyone of last year's pirate rebellion, when Graiman asked for help but was blocked by them, and they couldn't help but feel embarrassed. Last hot.
“Haha! It’s just a trivial matter, nothing to mention!”
Although he complained a little in his heart, Paul was still very happy that his achievements were recognized by everyone.
The raw materials and transportation capacity have been solved, and everyone is willing to join the plan to jointly manufacture and sell weapons. After all, no one can live with money.
Paul further suggested: "Everyone, in order to improve production efficiency, I suggest that you use your power as a lord to gather the blacksmiths who make weapons, merge small workshops into large workshops, and encourage the blacksmiths to exchange techniques with each other and improve together. Skills."
"Also, since it is a joint production, I strongly recommend that our various territories unify the production of weapons and use the name prefix of 'Northwest' or 'Gulf' to the outside world. To create a brand effect. Please rest assured that the world is not peaceful and there are so many wars. We cannot only focus on the rebellion in the south. After we unite, there will never be a phenomenon where some people eat meat and others can only drink soup. "
Derrick Heller echoed: "Yes, I heard that the Gabela Empire is preparing for a war with its eastern neighbors. The weapons and equipment required for this level of great power war are definitely Massive."
Price Parker nodded and said: "The unified system is indeed better, and I agree with it."
Under his leadership, other lords also agreed.
"Everyone, the unified system I am talking about is not just about making weapons and armor into the same shape, but also that the dimensions must be exactly the same, with an error on the millimeter level."
"Paul, you This is too difficult. ”
“No, I think quality is the primary factor in making our name. Please remember this word – standardization!”
“Standardization?”< br>
“Yes, standardization, I specially made something to achieve this goal. Come on, bring up the ruler!”
Several servants came in from outside the hall and placed a strange thing on each lord's table.
Every lord, pick it up carefully and carefully. As Paul just said, this is a kind of ruler with scales on it, but the structure is quite complicated.
“I call this thing a vernier caliper. It can accurately measure the size of things. The specific usage method is attached to the instruction manual. With it, we can work towards standardization.”< br>
The accuracy of the vernier calipers at this time cannot be compared with similar ones on earth, but it is enough for natural production.
The lords played with the vernier calipers and marveled, and some secretly cursed Paul as a pervert.
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After a whole day of deliberations, the lords decided to establish what Paul called a [company]. The company was named [Northwest Industries] and specialized in the production and sales of weapons and equipment.
Everyone divided the shares. Since Paul was the promoter and almost monopolized the raw materials and freight, he occupied the largest share, followed by Price Parker and Myron Gardner, and then Other lords.
This is not fixed. Shareholders' meetings will be held regularly to adjust the shares according to their respective contributions.
In the end, everyone drew up a general charter and elected Myron Garnard, Earl of Bailding, to be responsible for the daily affairs of the northwest industry. Because his territory has been managed by the Government Council of Lake Center Town, it belongs to him. The most leisurely.
"Quality! Quality! Quality! I will not ship substandard products!"
Paul emphasized at the end.
(End of this chapter)