1 – What is Cellular/Flow?
Cellular/Flow deals with the linking and balancing of process steps that can lead to a reduction in process lead times. Changes in flow can be achieved so that customer demand is met – on time – every time.
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3 – Successes
An equipment manufacturer was able to reduce process lead times by 95%, Work-in-process by 750 and floor space by 75% while increasing productivity by 40% by implementing Cellular/Flow within his facility.
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2 – Benefits
- Minimize part movement and inventory
- Reduce lead, cycle and waiting times
- Increase productivity and quality performance
- Free floor space
- Improve efficiency of cross-training
- Increase communication and flexibility
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4 – Course Description
Half-Day Workshop: Cellular/Flow Manufacturing
The course introduces the participants to Cellular Manufacturing and how it could be implemented at their facility. They learn about grouping products, reviewing work sequence, balancing the process, designing a cell layout and how to identify Takt times. Practical exercises that are used throughout the training session reinforce the techniques.
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