Editorial Quality Audit / Sample rating form

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Nine desirable article characteristics are listed below. Please evaluate this article by circling the number that best rates each characteristic.

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1. Title reflects the content of the article.
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2. Information is presented clearly and logically.
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3. Graphics contribute to the article.
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4. Length of article is appropriate, considering the subject.
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5. Article is technically accurate.
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6. Article has reference value.
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7. Article presents new information or ideas.
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8. Article contributes to an understanding of the subject.
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9. Article provides useful plant engineering information.
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I would like to see more articles on this subject: 1 [ ] Yes 2 [ ] No

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I consider myself knowledgeable in the subject(s) covered by this article:1 [ ] Yes 2 [ ] No

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Plant Engineering Staff

Since 1947, plant engineers, plant managers, maintenance supervisors and manufacturing leaders have turned to Plant Engineering for the information they needed to run their plants smarter, safer, faster and better. Plant Engineering‘s editors stay on top of the latest trends in manufacturing at every corner of the plant floor. The major content areas include electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automation engineering and maintenance and management.