Using simulation to evaluate the introduction of a kanban subsystem within an MRP-controlled manufacturing environment

Article Abstract:

A simulation model for studying the possibility of introducing a Kanban subsystem in a materials requirement planning system in an assembly plant of automotive parts. The model is used in examining in the Kanban-controlled production of subpart types and of fast-movers on two out of three machines. Results indicate that Kanban control is applicable only for fast-moving parts and it has been proven that a Kanban system cannot be installed without set-up reduction.

Models, Just in time inventory systems, Just in time systems, Material requirements planning

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Batching to minimize total production time for two part types

Article Abstract:

A heuristic is presented to batch jobs to lessen total production time for two part types. The heuristic is conceptually simple and can be employed to resolve big-sized problems in a brief time. Computational outcomes reveal that the heuristic generates answers having an average of 99.90% advantage over sequences that did undergo batching. Subsequent research may be undertaken to expand the work to the case with over two part types.

Usage, Batch processing

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