The Agile Factory

Author : Claudio Saurin
Publisher : Ayros editore
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2022-12-20
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9791280359544

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The Agile Factory by Claudio Saurin Pdf

Management books and articles on the manufacturing industry have long focused on process efficiency at the expense of effectiveness. Waterfall and Lean approaches are now consolidated, but they offer a partial solution to the needs of product development in today’s vuca world. Once appropriately adapted to the development of hardware products, Agile finally makes it possible to give an organic response to the complexity of the variables involved – from customer needs to constructability and environmental impact – by putting people at the centre. The results of the iterative and incremental approach described in these pages are extraordinary in terms of speed of development, quality of the product and construction of stimulating and collaborative work environments. Creativity and the ability to generate new products are incredibly enhanced as a result. The physicality of products enabled by software is the challenge we need to face in order to become active participants in the fifth industrial revolution. “The Agile Factory represents an approach to Agile hardware development integrating Lean, Waterfall and other practices. It removes the barriers between the office and the shop floor to turn them into an elastic, creative and human craft system capable of quickly transforming ideas into valuable and successful products.”

Author : Claudio Saurin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9791280359537

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The Agile Factory. Hardware Product Development in the Age of Uncertainty by Claudio Saurin Pdf

Author : Brian H. Maskell
Publisher : Productivity Press
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1994-02-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1563270463

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Software and the Agile Manufacturer by Brian H. Maskell Pdf

Becoming a world-class company demands agile manufacturing—a responsive method of expeditiously delivering products at a lower cost. For organizations which desire to increase profits while minimizing liability, this text is an invaluable guide. It explains how to introduce flexibility into manufacturing facilities through the modification of current computer software and systems. Rather than taking the cost-prohibitive approach of discarding the processes a company already has in play and starting from scratch, organizations can achieve their goal of becoming agile manufacturers by modifying existing systems. The author utilizes numerous case studies from companies such as Xerox, General Motors, Harley-Davidson, and Motorola to explore the current software movement, from MRP II (benefits and limitations) to alternative methods employed by companies attempting to align their software with new world class methodologies. For manufacturing managers and MIS employees struggling with inadequate systems, Software and the Agile Manufacturer offers the practical solutions they need to successfully navigate the difficult transitional period on the way to world-class status.

Author : A. Gunasekaran
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 820 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2001-01-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080526881

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Agile Manufacturing: The 21st Century Competitive Strategy by A. Gunasekaran Pdf

Agile manufacturing is defined as the capability of surviving and prospering in a competitive environment of continuous and unpredictable change by reacting quickly and effectively to changing markets, driven by customer-designed products and services. Critical to successfully accomplishing AM are a few enabling technologies such as the standard for the exchange of products (STEP), concurrent engineering, virtual manufacturing, component-based hierarchical shop floor control system, information and communication infrastructure, etc. The scope of the book is to present the undergraduate and graduate students, senior managers and researchers in manufacturing systems design and management, industrial engineering and information technology with the conceptual and theoretical basis for the design and implementation of AMS. Also, the book focuses on broad policy directives and plans of agile manufacturing that guide the monitoring and evaluating the manufacturing strategies and their performance. A problem solving approach is taken throughout the book, emphasizing the context of agile manufacturing and the complexities to be addressed.

Author : Lihui Wang,S.C. Lenny Koh
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2010-07-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781849962445

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Enterprise Networks and Logistics for Agile Manufacturing by Lihui Wang,S.C. Lenny Koh Pdf

Enterprise Networks and Logistics for Agile Manufacturing presents a focused collection of quality chapters on state-of-the-art research efforts in the areas of enterprise networks and logistics, as well as their practical applications towards agile manufacturing. With the increasing decentralisation of manufacturing systems and outsourcing of processes, more robust and practical approaches and systems are needed to support agile manufacturing operations. Enterprise Networks and Logistics for Agile Manufacturing consists of two major sections: the first presents a broad-based review of the key areas of research in enterprise networks and logistics; the second focuses on an in-depth treatment of a particular methodology or system relevant to the book title. Examples include: • sustainable green supply chain; • value creation and supplier selection; • extended enterprise network management; • reverse logistics; and • innovative supply chain systems. The authors take into account the need to pose intellectual challenges while retaining a balanced approach in terms of scope versus depth and theory versus applications. Enterprise Networks and Logistics for Agile Manufacturing can be beneficial to academic researchers, practicing engineers and managers, and graduate students with an interest in any manufacturing sectors. It can enable them to better understand the present state and future trends of research in this important area, in order to position themselves strategically for future challenges as we enter the era of agile and distributed manufacturing.

Author : K. Jayakrishna,Vimal K.E.K.,S. Aravind Raj,Asela K. Kulatunga,M.T.H. Sultan,J. Paulo Davim
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020-10-18
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780429881206

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Sustainable Manufacturing for Industry 4.0 by K. Jayakrishna,Vimal K.E.K.,S. Aravind Raj,Asela K. Kulatunga,M.T.H. Sultan,J. Paulo Davim Pdf

Industry 4.0 promises tremendous opportunities for industries to go green by leveraging virtual physical systems and internet driven technologies for a competitive advantage and set the platform for the factory of the future and smart manufacturing. The book provides measures that can be adopted by practicing design engineers, to develop products that will be sustainable in all stages of its life cycle. It helps organizations in implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices and formulation of critical strategies in their transition towards Industry 4.0., and the book will provide insights on ways of deploying these practices in correlation with the environmental benefits mapped to support the practicing managers and stakeholders. Features Assists in the understanding of the shifting paradigm in manufacturing sector towards smart and sustainable practices Showcases contemporary technologies and their insurgence in existing industries Focuses on need, applications, and implementation framework for Industry 4.0 Encapsulates all that one has to learn about sustainability and its transformation in Industry 4.0 Real time case studies are presented

Author : Michael F. Zaeh
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319020549

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Enabling Manufacturing Competitiveness and Economic Sustainability by Michael F. Zaeh Pdf

The changing manufacturing environment requires more responsive and adaptable manufacturing systems. The theme of the 5th International Conference on Changeable, Agile, Reconfigurable and Virtual production (CARV2013) is "Enabling Manufacturing Competitiveness and Economic Sustainability. Leading edge research and best implementation practices and experiences, which address these important issues and challenges, are presented. The proceedings include advances in manufacturing systems design, planning, evaluation, control and evolving paradigms such as mass customization, personalization, changeability, re-configurability and flexibility. New and important concepts such as the dynamic product families and platforms, co-evolution of products and systems, and methods for enhancing manufacturing systems' economic sustainability and prolonging their life to produce more than one product generation are treated. Enablers of change in manufacturing systems, production volume and capability, scalability and managing the volatility of markets, competition among global enterprises and the increasing complexity of products, manufacturing systems and management strategies are discussed. Industry challenges and future directions for research and development needed to help both practitioners and academicians are presented. About the Editor Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael F. Zaeh, born in 1963, has been and is Professor for and Manufacturing Technology since 2002 and, together with Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gunther Reinhart, Head of the Institute for Machine Tools and Industrial Management (iwb) at the Technische Universitaet Muenchen (TUM). After studying general mechanical engineering, he was doctoral candidate under Prof. Dr.-Ing. Joachim Milberg at TUM from 1990 until 1993 and received his doctorate in 1993. From 1994 to 1995, he was department leader under Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gunther Reinhart. From 1996 to 2002, he worked for a machine tool manufacturer in several positions, most recently as a member of the extended management. Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael F. Zaeh is an associated member of the CIRP and member of acatech, WGP and WLP. His current researches include among others Joining and Cutting Technologies like Laser Cutting and Welding as well as Friction Stir Welding, Structural Behaviour and Energy Efficiency of Machine Tools and Manufacturing Processes like Additive Manufacturing.

Author : K Hans Raj
Publisher : ALPHA SCIENCE INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Page : 916 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2011-12-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9788184875300

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Agile Manufacturing Systems by K Hans Raj Pdf

Agility has become very important for the industries today as the lifetimes of the products are continuously shrinking. This book provides an excellent opportunity for updating understanding of agile methods from the design, manufacturing and business process perspectives, whether one is an industrial practitioner, academic researcher engineer or business graduate student. This volume is a compilation of various important aspects of agility consisting of systemic considerations in manufacturing, agile software systems, agile business systems, agile operations research, flexible manufacturing systems, advanced manufacturing systems with improved materials and mechanical behavior of products, agile aspects of design, clean and green manufacturing systems, environment, agile defence systems.

Author : Joseph C. Montgomery,Lawrence O. Levine
Publisher : Irwin Professional Publishing
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105018310271

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The Transition to Agile Manufacturing by Joseph C. Montgomery,Lawrence O. Levine Pdf

Staying competitive in today's manufacturing climate keeps getting tougher, and often middle to upper managers are told to do more with less. Manufacturers must be able to develop and produce customized products rapidly to meet ever-changing customer needs. In The Transition to Agile Manaufacturing, experts from Battele Pacific Northwest National Laboratories describe how manufacturing companies can quickly mobilize their resources to gain a competitive edge. Discover how agile manufacturing can rapidly develop new products and produce fast and flexible responses to customer needs. Practical tips on organizational alignment and agility are offered in down-to-earth terms. Beneficial for all organizations, this low-cost approach to agile manufacturing is especially helpful for small to mid-sized manufacturers with limited resources. The authors of The Transition to Agile Manufacturing have built for small manufacturers a road map into the world of agile manufacturing, a world that will define manufacturing and the competitive environment of the future. - Kevin Carr Director, Manufacturing Extension Partnership National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Author : Nick Rich,Mohamed Afy Shararah
Publisher : Kogan Page Publishers
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-01-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780749497002

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Systems for Manufacturing Excellence by Nick Rich,Mohamed Afy Shararah Pdf

Many production managers have de-stocked excessively large inventories, gone lean, experimented with continuous improvement processes and introduced new working practices. These interventions have largely failed. Businesses have also failed to invest in the workforce that undertakes improvements. This means that cash flow stops quickly, stocks are depleted to zero and customers lose confidence. Systems for Manufacturing Excellence looks at how people and technology work effectively together to generate high performance manufacturing and service operations. Not everyone is a Toyota but that does not mean we cannot learn from such businesses. The book will present a logic, variety of approaches and methods that underpin the different models of high performance used by 'world class' businesses. The authors use examples from their training with Toyota, work with Tesco, and many world class manufacturing businesses that form their research agenda. The book will help teams run each part of their production process for effectiveness and efficiency, with a high level of discipline that supports excellence in performance.

Author : Gerardus Blokdyk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1987550110

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Agile Manufacturing: Standard Requirements by Gerardus Blokdyk Pdf

What are the business objectives to be achieved with Agile manufacturing? Who are the people involved in developing and implementing Agile manufacturing? How to Secure Agile manufacturing? Have you identified your Agile manufacturing key performance indicators? How do we keep improving Agile manufacturing? This instant Agile manufacturing self-assessment will make you the credible Agile manufacturing domain adviser by revealing just what you need to know to be fluent and ready for any Agile manufacturing challenge. How do I reduce the effort in the Agile manufacturing work to be done to get problems solved? How can I ensure that plans of action include every Agile manufacturing task and that every Agile manufacturing outcome is in place? How will I save time investigating strategic and tactical options and ensuring Agile manufacturing costs are low? How can I deliver tailored Agile manufacturing advice instantly with structured going-forward plans? There's no better guide through these mind-expanding questions than acclaimed best-selling author Gerard Blokdyk. Blokdyk ensures all Agile manufacturing essentials are covered, from every angle: the Agile manufacturing self-assessment shows succinctly and clearly that what needs to be clarified to organize the required activities and processes so that Agile manufacturing outcomes are achieved. Contains extensive criteria grounded in past and current successful projects and activities by experienced Agile manufacturing practitioners. Their mastery, combined with the easy elegance of the self-assessment, provides its superior value to you in knowing how to ensure the outcome of any efforts in Agile manufacturing are maximized with professional results. Your purchase includes access details to the Agile manufacturing self-assessment dashboard download which gives you your dynamically prioritized projects-ready tool and shows you exactly what to do next. Your exclusive instant access details can be found in your book.

Author : John Miltenburg
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2005-03-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1563273179

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Manufacturing Strategy by John Miltenburg Pdf

To stay competitive and meet market expectations in a global economy, both domestic and foreign companies must realign their manufacturing processes, make improvements, and increase their manufacturing capabilities. With large numbers of employees working in a network of domestic and foreign facilities, production processes are as varied as the products being produced. Manufacturing managers need a manufacturing plan or strategy that will bring structure to this complex environment. In Manufacturing Strategy: How to Formulate and Implement a Winning Plan, 2nd Edition, John Miltenburg offers a sensible and systematic method to: (1) evaluate domestic and foreign factories and international manufacturing and (2) plan the appropriate manufacturing strategy to be first in the market. Incorporating comments and suggestions from managers who used the first edition of Manufacturing Strategy, John Miltenburg expands and improves on his focus in the areas of: International Manufacturing — where the focus is on a company's international network of factories; Competitive Strategy — where managers must understand the role manufacturing strategy plays in their company's business strategy; and Manufacturing Programs — showing how programs such as quality management, six sigma, agile manufacturing, and supply chain management fit within the manufacturing strategy. Manufacturing Strategy gives managers a common language for dealing with manufacturing problems at both strategic and operational levels. It improves communication between manufacturing managers and those outside manufacturing (who will now have a better understanding of what manufacturing can and cannot do).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 1000 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811222801

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Manufacturing In The Era Of 4th Industrial Revolution: A World Scientific Reference (In 3 Volumes) by Anonim Pdf

The era of the fourth industrial revolution has fundamentally transformed the manufacturing landscape. Products are getting increasingly complex and customers expect a higher level of customization and quality. Manufacturing in the Era of 4th Industrial Revolution explores three technologies that are the building blocks of the next-generation advanced manufacturing.The first technology covered in Volume 1 is Additive Manufacturing (AM). AM has emerged as a very popular manufacturing process. The most common form of AM is referred to as 'three-dimensional (3D) printing'. Overall, the revolution of additive manufacturing has led to many opportunities in fabricating complex, customized, and novel products. As the number of printable materials increases and AM processes evolve, manufacturing capabilities for future engineering systems will expand rapidly, resulting in a completely new paradigm for solving a myriad of global problems.The second technology is industrial robots, which is covered in Volume 2 on Robotics. Traditionally, industrial robots have been used on mass production lines, where the same manufacturing operation is repeated many times. Recent advances in human-safe industrial robots present an opportunity for creating hybrid work cells, where humans and robots can collaborate in close physical proximities. This Cobots, or collaborative robots, has opened up to opportunity for humans and robots to work more closely together. Recent advances in artificial intelligence are striving to make industrial robots more agile, with the ability to adapt to changing environments and tasks. Additionally, recent advances in force and tactile sensing enable robots to be used in complex manufacturing tasks. These new capabilities are expanding the role of robotics in manufacturing operations and leading to significant growth in the industrial robotics area.The third technology covered in Volume 3 is augmented and virtual reality. Augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies are being leveraged by the manufacturing community to improve operations in a wide variety of ways. Traditional applications have included operator training and design visualization, with more recent applications including interactive design and manufacturing planning, human and robot interactions, ergonomic analysis, information and knowledge capture, and manufacturing simulation. The advent of low-cost solutions in these areas is accepted to accelerate the rate of adoption of these technologies in the manufacturing and related sectors.Consisting of chapters by leading experts in the world, Manufacturing in the Era of 4th Industrial Revolution provides a reference set for supporting graduate programs in the advanced manufacturing area.

Author : Roger N. Nagel,Rick Dove
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 69 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1998-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780788174582

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21st Century Manufacturing Enterprise Strategy by Roger N. Nagel,Rick Dove Pdf

This is Volume 1 of a report addressing the future of American industry. It has been written in response to the transformation of manufacturing practices that is currently in progress. Volume 1 of a two-volume report on the global competitive environment U.S. manufacturing will face, and the infrastructure it will require, in order to compete as it moves over the next 15 years into the 21st century. The developments described in the report present a unique opportunity to capitalize on distinctive U.S. strengths; failure to seize this opportunity will put the standard of living of the American people at profound risk.

Author : M.M.M. SARCAR,K. MALLIKARJUNA RAO,K. LALIT NARAYAN
Publisher : PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
Page : 732 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 812033342X

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Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing by M.M.M. SARCAR,K. MALLIKARJUNA RAO,K. LALIT NARAYAN Pdf

The impact of the technology of Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing in automobile engineering, marine engineering and aerospace engineering has been tremendous. Using computers in manufacturing is receiving particular prominence as industries seek to improve product quality, increase productivity and to reduce inventory costs. Therefore, the emphasis has been attributed to the subject of CAD and its integration with CAM. Designed as a textbook for the undergraduate students of mechanical engineering, production engineering and industrial engineering, it provides a description of both the hardware and software of CAD/CAM systems. The Coverage Includes  Principles of interactive computer graphics  Wireframe, surface and solid modelling  Finite element modelling and analysis  NC part programming and computer-aided part programming  Machine vision systems  Robot technology and automated guided vehicles  Flexible manufacturing systems  Computer integrated manufacturing  Artificial intelligence and expert systems  Communication systems in manufacturing PEDAGOGICAL FEATURES  CNC program examples and APT program examples  Review questions at the end of every chapter  A comprehensive Glossary  A Question Bank at the end of the chapters