The Principles Of Lean Manufacturing
WEBJun 14, 2016 · The Five Lean Manufacturing Principles. The five lean manufacturing principles are the foundation of Toyota’s success and can help businesses create products centered on what customers want. Identify Value. The first lean principle, identifying value, is also the first step in the journey to become lean. This step requires businesses to ...
When and Why to Conduct Time Studies - Manufacturing.net
WEBApr 19, 2022 · When conducted properly with adequate planning and careful analysis, time studies can deliver a granular and detailed view of how efficiently and quickly work is done on your plant floor. It is worth noting that the standard time is an invaluable metric for plant managers looking to enhance production efficiency.
The 12 Steps To Develop A HACCP Plan - Manufacturing.net
WEBOct 12, 2017 · Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) is an internationally recognized system for reducing the risk of safety hazards in food. A HACCP system requires that potential biological, chemical or physical hazards are identified and controlled at specific points in the process. Any company involved in the manufacturing, processing or handling of food products can use HACCP to improve ...
The Pros & Cons Of Outsourced vs. In-House Maintenance
WEBMay 1, 2014 · The list below highlights the key advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing maintenance with particular reference to the following key factors: cost, work quality, obtaining expertise, tools, equipment and technology, risk reduction and management focus on core business. Advantages. Cost savings: Cost control is a driving issue for most ...
Stainless Steel in Food Manufacturing: Grade Selection and Care
WEBApr 14, 2016 · Stainless steel is used widely in food manufacturing, and for good reason. It is characterized by the addition of chromium — at least 10.5 percent of total composition. Chromium is highly reactive to oxygen environments and quickly forms a strong passivated barrier on its outer surface. This barrier is highly resilient and protects internal ...
Improving Asset Utilization Across the Plant Floor
WEBDec 15, 2021 · Every opportunity to increase the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) translates to remarkable cost savings. Improving asset utilization is a continuous process that begins at the design stage, but bleeds into operations and maintenance. Driving improvements in asset utilization helps any manufacturing facility to eliminate quality issues ...
How AI Can Transform Safety and Reduces Accidents
WEBSep 5, 2023 · How AI Can Transform Safety and Reduces Accidents. The technology will elevate predictive, proactive, and data-driven approaches that could significantly diminish accidents. Harsh Murari. Sep 5, 2023. In recent years Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a formidable force driving innovation across industries.
Q&A: Making Compressed Air OSHA-Compliant - Manufacturing.net
WEBFeb 12, 2014 · OSHA-compliant safety air guns such as the ones we manufacture at Guardair have built in features that divert the air away from the main orifice if a tip becomes blocked, or make it physically impossible to block the tip. This allows manufacturers to operate between 80 and 120 psi. End users use air guns or …
Making the Case for Capital Expenditures | Manufacturing.net
WEBJan 14, 2005 · 2. Review the Base Case Proposal: The project manager responsible for the proposal will need to present his or her case to the team, explaining all components. 3. Break Project into Functional Areas: Usually the project manager takes the first shot at splitting the project into its functional areas.
Preventing Glass Contamination In Food Processing
WEBSep 18, 2013 · FDA code 110.20 Section B, Part 5 mandates that a facility must “provide safety-type light bulbs, fixtures, skylights or other glass suspended over exposed food in any step of preparation or otherwise protect against food contamination in case of glass breakage.”. Unfortunately, proper precautionary protection is not always executed or ...