Flexible Manufacturing System - FMS. What is a 'Flexible Manufacturing System - FMS'. A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) is a method for producing goods that is readily adaptable to changes in the product being manufactured, in which machines are able to manufacture parts and in the ability to handle varying levels of production.
When corrosion occurs after the in-process time, the cause may be a corrosive atmosphere. Heat treat departments may exhaust corrosive fumes. One of the most corrosive is sulfur dioxide fumes which will quickly corrode metal surfaces.
Black oxide provides some protection against corrosion if also treated with a water-displacing oil to reduce wetting and galvanic action.  1 Chemistry of Cast Iron Seasoning.  2 Lodge - Seasoned Cast Iron.  3 Care and seasoning of your wok.  4 Seasoning Frying Pans.  5 Care of Cast Iron Pots and Pans.  6 Cleaning Cast Iron With Lye.