DUALISM IN LDC MANUFACTURING : A CASE STUDY

Investigates extent to which this industry fulfills assumptions in the diffusion model and moves toward the equilibrium described by model. According to the diffusion model, development of the manufacturing sector takes place by expanding the modern sector and contracting and eventually eliminating the craft sector, as superior, modern technology diffuses throughout each industry. Contains a brief history of brick technology. Presents structure of the Colombian brick industry, market factors and relative productivity, by category of technology. Concludes that the diffusion model is not a good description of the clay brick industry, whose structure represents a long-term coexistence of modern and traditional technologies. Includes tables and figures of relevant data.