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Applying Lean Manufacturing Principles to reduce waste and improve process in a manufacturer: A research study in Peru

  • Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas

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Abstract

In the present scenario, lean manufacturing techniques are the most successful improvement concepts that many companies can apply in order to eliminate waste and non-value-added activities related to the manufacturing process. This paper discusses the implementation of lean manufacturing tools and an integrated framework between production planning and quality in a SME dedicated at a production of kitchen equipment. Studies of the company processes showed that the cutting and bending processes tend to create the most amount of sheet metal waste and non-value-added activities. The main objectives of the research were to standardize work, reduce waste, eliminate machine failures and develop the guidelines for a correct planning that meets quality requirements. The improvement results have shown a positive impact reducing the waste ratio and this has meant a saving of 13% in the manufacturing cost.

Original languageEnglish
Article number012020
JournalIOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering
Volume689
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 25 Nov 2019
Event2019 6th International Conference on Mechanical, Materials and Manufacturing, ICMMM 2019 - Boston, United States
Duration: 12 Oct 201914 Oct 2019

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