Variable takt principle : mastering variance with limitless product individualization / Peter Bebersdorf, Arnd Huchzermeier.
2022
TS171.55 .B43 2022
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Title
Variable takt principle : mastering variance with limitless product individualization / Peter Bebersdorf, Arnd Huchzermeier.
Author
Bebersdorf, Peter, author.
ISBN
9783030871703 (electronic bk.)
3030871703 (electronic bk.)
9783030871697
303087169X
3030871703 (electronic bk.)
9783030871697
303087169X
Published
Cham : Springer, [2022]
Copyright
©2022
Language
English
Description
1 online resource : illustrations (some color).
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-030-87170-3 doi
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TS171.55 .B43 2022
Dewey Decimal Classification
670.42/7
Summary
This book describes how the implementation of variable rate launching in the context of a mixed-model assembly line with unlimited customization flexibility promotes customer-centric production. Variable rate launching (VRL)--as opposed to fixed rate launching (FRL)--eliminates idle time and utility work in mixed-model assembly lines. Even in the context of limitless customization, which runs the risk of concentrated peak workloads and possible longer assembly lines, a variable takt proves to be more economical than a fixed takt. On the technical side, a fixed takt requires both a healthy balance of process times and optimal scheduling to create feasible production schedules, as using average takt does not allow workers enough time to complete their tasks for more complex products. Because the variable takt relies on similar process times for a given product across the entire line for one product, and all products are given exactly the time they need for assembly, optimal series-sequencing and regular task rescheduling can be eliminated. This book is intended as a reference guide for experienced executives in manufacturing and academics teaching operational effectiveness for customer-centric production, and makes extensive references to AGCO Fendt's modern tractor line in Marktoberdorf, Germany. The book also offers application case studies from companies in related industries such as automotive, electronics, and machine tools. The book's key message is that variation should not be universally eliminated from manufacturing. As such, the book represents a counterpoint to the philosophy advocated by the Toyota Production System. .
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Huchzermeier, A. (Arnd), author.
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Management for professionals.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Basics on takt and flow - derivations from practice
Chapter 3. Heijunka - fast as a tortoise
Chapter 4. Variable Takt
Chapter 5. Takt time groups at variable takt
Chapter 6. Design-for-Tact and the ideal flow assembly
Chapter 7. Mastering variance in assemblies - The Fendt assembly system and matrix assembly
Chapter 8. Advanced concepts in automotive manufacturing to master variance in assemblies
Chapter 9. Summary and outlook.
Chapter 2. Basics on takt and flow - derivations from practice
Chapter 3. Heijunka - fast as a tortoise
Chapter 4. Variable Takt
Chapter 5. Takt time groups at variable takt
Chapter 6. Design-for-Tact and the ideal flow assembly
Chapter 7. Mastering variance in assemblies - The Fendt assembly system and matrix assembly
Chapter 8. Advanced concepts in automotive manufacturing to master variance in assemblies
Chapter 9. Summary and outlook.