We design and implement Lean Manufacturing solutions to meet the objectives of our customers.  We take on programs to reduce cost, reduce customer lead time, reduce inventory, and improve on-time delivery.  The table below shows a comparison between "traditional" and "Lean" manufacturing and identifies the benefits of making the transition to Lean

Value Modeling

Value modeling is a key tool in the lean manufacturing tool box that we use as part of our system design.  It is used to both document the current process and to describe the design of a new or improved (waste reduced) process.  The value model typically documents:

Our design approach is to document the value stream through a detailed flow model of the entire process.  From this model, waste is identified and the system redesigned to reduce waste and meet the performance objectives. 

Cellular Designs

Manufacturing cells are a key manufacturing technology that groups machines, processes, and people around the product.  The product stays within a relatively confined area in comparison to a traditional layout where the product moves around the plant to various functional departments.

Cells are a key technology for reducing cost, reducing customer lead time, and reducing work-in-process inventory. 

We have the capability to analyze cellular requirements, design the cells, and implement in all types of manufacturing, repair, and processing areas.

Technology Insertion

Manufacturing Engineering, Inc. can incorporate the latest in both process and manufacturing technology to make lean designs highly effective and productive.  We have the capability to specify:

Plant or Facility Layout

Generally, the design results in a plant layout, equipment, training requirements, cost, and a benefits analysis to meet the objectives.   We produce layouts that in AutoCad of the new manufacturing processes that are to be implemented.  Learn more about our "plant layout" capability.. 

Simulation - Computer Based       

We perform computer simulations of our designs and use this tool to modify the design to meet the performance objectives.  This tool reduces the risk and helps ensure successful implementations. We use a powerful object oriented simulation tool called Taylor Enterprise Dynamics.  To learn more about our simulation capabilities click on simulation.

Synchronize/Pull

We enable processes to be synchronized with other processes through "Pull" control.  Typically within cells or lines the product flows without the need for coordination internally.  Pull control allows these processes to be linked with material supply and with other production processes to prevent oversupply of raw materials, prevent overproduction of materials from other processes, and to promote just-in-time delivery of resources.       

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