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Application of Lean Manufacturing Techniques in a Peruvian Plastic Company

  • Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

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Abstract

This study analyzes the influence of nonfulfillment of orders in a company that produces plastic sheets. The main cause of problems is the long unproductive times during the extrusion process, which decrease the index of the overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). An innovative proposal is presented to address this issue, involving the use of a systematic approach and combining the SMED and preventive maintenance techniques of the lean manufacturing methodology, with the aim of reducing unproductive times to improve the OEE index. To validate the effectiveness of the proposal, the systems were simulated using Arena simulation software and input analyzer, to determine the reduction of unproductive times. Results show that the proposal reduces the unproductive times bh 36.37% and improves the OEE index by 9.02%. This demonstrates the achievement of the objective of the project, which was to maximize the efficiency of the process and reduce the total time of the extrusion process, which will allow the company to fulfill the orders and avoid profit losses.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, IEEM 2019
PublisherIEEE Computer Society
Pages546-550
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781728138046
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2019
Event2019 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, IEEM 2019 - Macao, Macao
Duration: 15 Dec 201918 Dec 2019

Publication series

NameIEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management
ISSN (Print)2157-3611
ISSN (Electronic)2157-362X

Conference

Conference2019 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, IEEM 2019
Country/TerritoryMacao
CityMacao
Period15/12/1918/12/19

Keywords

  • Unproductive times
  • lean manufacturing
  • simulation

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