A manufacturing optimization and synchronization process is provided in which data records for incomplete orders in the manufacturing and shipping facility are collected and sorted on a priority basis such that orders that have the fewest number of incomplete orders and that have the most total number of units ordered have the highest priority in the sorting process. In one aspect, an apparatus includes a sample holder, a first objective lens, a plurality of optical components, a second objective lens, and a mirror. The deflector includes at least two horizontal deflecting surfaces which are positioned spaced from and generally parallel to a direction of flow of the fluid from the outlet opening for directing the flow of fluid outwardly and downwardly from the sprinkler assembly and, further, are provided on a common side and spaced from a central axis of the deflector. A raised edge around the opening is adapted to form a sealing engagement with the float. A plurality of bumps is bonded to the second chip so that one end of each bump is bonded to a contact on the second chip. This effect is similar to an actual firearm and so generates realistic visual and auditory effects.