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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 ...
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 ...
After More Than 130 Years, PPG Will Stop Making Glass
WEBJun 6, 2017 · PPG’s decision to shed the last part of its glass-making business is the final stage of a nearly 20-year plan to drop its old line-manufacturing sectors, including chemicals and glass. The company instead intends to focus on being one of the world’s biggest paint producers. "Going forward, we will continue to focus on growing our paints ...
Design For Serviceability - Manufacturing.net
WEBMay 10, 2012 · Design For Serviceability. Machinery OEM design engineers should keep in mind that ensuring convenient aftermarket maintenance and serviceability are vital to building great customer relationships. The companies that purchase and operate the equipment that engineers design today, typically have plant operations and maintenance engineers tasked ...
A Guide To Modern Manufacturing Methods
WEBJul 29, 2010 · Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control (DMAIC) – The Six Sigma methodology if focused on improving the basic manufacturing processes that are already in motion. Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, Verify (DMADV) -- This alternative methodology is a more anticipatory approach. Based on an analysis of …
Understanding Corrosion and How to Protect Against It
WEBMar 11, 2002 · Paints are a cost-effective measure to ensure protection from corrosion. Regular maintenance by plant operators can minimize the appearance and effects of corrosion. Each year corroded machinery, buildings and equipment cost American industry an estimated $7 billion. Corrosion is a costly problem.
How Semiconductor Fabricators Can Maximize Their Equipment
WEBMay 17, 2021. A lot goes into running a semiconductor fabrication plant (fab). Ongoing maintenance helps foundries and integrated device manufacturers optimize the performance and increase the life span of their fab equipment. With the massive chip and equipment shortage currently impacting the global economy, it …
What's New In Lifting Technology - Manufacturing.net
WEBApr 20, 2012 · What's New In Lifting Technology. The ability to safely move large, heavy loads is an integral part of industrial manufacturing, and is the subject of continuous innovation. Apr 20, 2012. The ability to safely move large, heavy loads is an integral part of industrial manufacturing. When these loads cannot be …