Lean, manufacturing systems

Ranky, P. G. (2003), Network simulation models of lean manufacturing systems in digital factories and an intranet server balancing algorithm, Int. J. CIM, 16(4-5), 267-282. 

In this chapter, we have presented the foundations of an analytical and simultaneously computational lean and flexible pharmaceutical manufacturing system design approach based on total quality standards. We have discussed why this approach is essential for pharmaceutical product, process, and manufacturing system designs. 

Ranky, P. G, Ranky, G. N., and Ranky, R. G. (2006), Design principles and examples of pharmaceutical manufacturing systems (product, process, lean flexible manufacturing,... 

The origins of lean manufacturing are often ascribed to the creation of the Toyota Production System (TPS) by the Toyota Motor Corporation. However, the history of lean manufacturing can be traced back to industrial developments which occurred more than 150 years before TPS. The foundation for modern manufacturing was laid by Eli Whitney in 1798 while Whitney is best known for his invention of the cotton gin, it is his invention of interchangeable parts and uniform production which revolutionized mass production (www.EliWhitney.org). 

The ability to perform validation cost-effectively is dependent on an organization s understanding of requirements and its validation capability. This chapter applies the established Capability Maturity Model (CMM) to computer validation. Examples of validation metrics and measures are examined. The metrics cover prospective validation as well as operation and maintenance of computer systems. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma are promoted as tools that organizations can use to streamline and improve the performance of their validation processes. 

Through these innovative practices, Toyota s lean production system formed a complete supply chain from source to user. Its system integrated suppliers and distributors with manufacturing and involved them in product development. In so doing, the lean production model has provided a prototype of the business paradigms of concurrent engineering and supply chain management. For an examination of the implementation of lean production in North American companies, see Liker (1998) and Liker et al. (1999). 

Moreira, F., Alves, A. C. and Sousa, R. M. (2010). Towards Eco-efficient Lean Production Systems. IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology, Volume 322, Balanced Automation Systems for Future Manufacturing Networks, pp. 100-108, Available from http //www. springerlink.com/content/ v6181026252x1025... 

Optimization in Manufacturing Systems, Fundamen-tais. Fig. 1 Lean management principles (According to Womack and Jones 2003)... 

A case study was performed in one of the automotive components manufacturers in Malaysia. This company selected was based on its achievement as a TPS model company awarded by Malaysia Japan automotive industries cooperatiOTi (MAJAICO) in year 2007. MAJAICO is a 5-year project from 2006 until 2011 initiated under the Malaysia Japan economic partnership agreement (MJEPA) to develop and improve the Malaysian automotive industry to become more competitive as global automotive players. The main function of MAJAICO is to introduce continuous improvement activities in manufacturing companies mainly through total implementation of lean manufacturing. Under MAJAICO project, TPS has known as lean production system (LPS) where the activities have been conducted by the Japanese experts and local experts from perusahaan otomobil nasional sendirian berhad (PROTON) and pemsahaan otomobil kedua sendirian berhad (PERODUA). 

Cell design - Cell design is a component of the Toyota Production System, or lean manufacturing. In the cellular shop floor, machines of different types are located together and the focus shifts to the product, not the means of production. In a cellular paperwork process, small groups do all operations. 

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