Process management model in dry cleaning and fabric finishes applying Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen matrix for the textile sector

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Abstract

The textile sector presents a general problem, due to the increasing introduction of international products (Chinese, Hindu, etc.) due to the low cost of labor and the use of high-tech equipment, this forces companies in the field to improve their productive processes, produce more with less, and reduce costs from the most basic jobs. Therefore, it is proposed to implement the Lean methodology, focusing directly on the optimization of production processes using its various tools and a selection of indicators for monitoring the results. To validate, a case study was carried out in a real company that implemented the different Lean tools and the Kaizen matrix in the dyeing and finishing process, a process that presents a high percentage of defects. This allowed us to effectively reduce the number of reprocesses by a significant 8.14%, which allowed the company to save $ 184,320.42.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 IEEE 39th Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2019
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781728108834
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 2019
Event39th IEEE Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2019 - Guatemala City, Guatemala
Duration: 20 Nov 201922 Nov 2019

Publication series

Name2019 IEEE 39th Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2019
Volume2019-November

Conference

Conference39th IEEE Central America and Panama Convention, CONCAPAN 2019
Country/TerritoryGuatemala
CityGuatemala City
Period20/11/1922/11/19

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

Keywords

  • 5'S
  • Kaizen
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Textile Sector

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