Implementing flexible automation: a multiple criteria decision making approach

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Multiple criteria decision theory is employed to address the multiperiod flexible automation selection problem. The problem, which is associated with the implementation of computer-numerical-control manufacturing systems, is characterized by a multiobjective mixed integer linear programming model. The latter takes into account economic factors, flexibility, firm disruption and group homogeneity of new manufacturing cells. It facilitates a solution that determines machine replacement schedules and production plans.

Multiple criteria decision making, Purchasing, Industrial equipment, Replacement of industrial equipment

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Product mix selection and closed manufacturing cell flow time performance

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A study was conducted to evaluate performance requirements for just-in-time systems of manufacturing cells. The study attempts to examine factors of stochastic job arrivals and setup standards between successive operations which were not considered in earlier research. Results show that mean and job flow time variance performance improved as product homogenety was increased. In addition, such increases also reduce optimal product batch sizes.

Production standards, Just in time inventory systems, Just in time systems

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Layout design in group technology manufacturing

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The design of a suitable layout for implementing group technology or cellular manufacturing systems in existing production facilities is discussed. Specifically, literature on the problem is reviewed and a framework for problem analysis is developed. The latter, which consists of several steps, deals with issues of layout flexibility, cell layout, location of bottleneck machines and the formation of part families and machine cells.

Design and construction, Factories, Plant layout

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