Keyword: production

Found 1978 papers in total
Application of fuzzy logic in the selection of part orientation and probe orientation sequencing for prismatic parts
Application of fuzzy logic in the selection of part orientation and probe orientation sequencing for prismatic parts
2003,
With an increase in complex designs and tighter tolerances, the Coordinate Measuring...
Logistics-oriented inventory analysis
Logistics-oriented inventory analysis
2003,
One way of reducing costs in manufacturing is to adjust and reduce stock levels whilst...
Comparative modelling of multi-stage production–inventory control policies with lot sizing
Comparative modelling of multi-stage production–inventory control policies with lot sizing
2003,
We propose a unified modelling framework, based on a queueing network representation,...
The effect of learning on the make/buy decision
The effect of learning on the make/buy decision
2002,
By including the effects of learning over time on both the production of components...
Maintenance policies for a production system with constrained production rate and buffer capacity
Maintenance policies for a production system with constrained production rate and buffer capacity
2003,
This paper considers the maintenance policies for a production system constrained by...
A simple heuristic for dynamic order sizing and supplier selection with time-varying data
A simple heuristic for dynamic order sizing and supplier selection with time-varying data
2002,
In this paper we consider the problem of supplier selection and purchase order sizing...
An exact approach for batch scheduling in flexible flow lines with limited intermediate buffers
An exact approach for batch scheduling in flexible flow lines with limited intermediate buffers
2002,
The paper presents a mixed integer programming approach for makespan minimization in...
Dynamics of global supply chain supernetworks
Dynamics of global supply chain supernetworks
2003,
In this paper, we develop a framework for the modelling, analysis, and computation of...
Experimental economics and supply-chain management
Experimental economics and supply-chain management
2002,
One area in which experimental economics methods have been used to study operations...
Process planning for rotational parts using the generalized travelling salesman problem
Process planning for rotational parts using the generalized travelling salesman problem
2003,
Process planning for rotational parts can be described as deciding on the order of...
An object-based process planning and scheduling model in a product design environment
An object-based process planning and scheduling model in a product design environment
2000,
A typical product design project involves a number of activities, and each activity...
Application of theory of constraints in an integrated poultry industry
Application of theory of constraints in an integrated poultry industry
2003,
Theory of Constraints developed by E.M. Goldratt was initially applied to production...
Managing the seed-corn supply chain at Syngenta
Managing the seed-corn supply chain at Syngenta
2003,
Each year, Syngenta Seeds, Inc. produces over 50 seed-corn hybrids and the following...
Part allocation to nesting layouts under variable demand
Part allocation to nesting layouts under variable demand
2003,
The problem formulation presented here deals with the choice of parts for nesting...
Optimization of the machining economics problem for a multistage transfer machine under failure, opportunistic and integrated replacement strategies
Optimization of the machining economics problem for a multistage transfer machine under failure, opportunistic and integrated replacement strategies
2003,
In the extensive literature dealing with the machining economics problem, the...
Improving a practical drum–buffer–rope buffering approach using Workload Control
Improving a practical drum–buffer–rope buffering approach using Workload Control
2003,
This paper deals with improving the lead-time performance of a small packaging...
Applying the TOC thinking process in manufacturing: A case study
Applying the TOC thinking process in manufacturing: A case study
2003,
A case study is presented to illustrate the application of the Theory of Constraints...
Incorporating pattern recognition capability in a flexible vibratory bowl feeder using a neural network
Incorporating pattern recognition capability in a flexible vibratory bowl feeder using a neural network
2003,
Programmable parts feeders that can orientate most of the parts of one or more part...
Managing modular fixture elements with tabu search in a web-based environment
Managing modular fixture elements with tabu search in a web-based environment
2003,
Data related to manufacturing resources such as modular fixtures are useful at many...
Job order releasing and throughput planning for multi-priority orders in wafer fabs
Job order releasing and throughput planning for multi-priority orders in wafer fabs
2003,
To meet the production target of multi-level (multiple priority rank) orders in wafer...
Delivery guarantees and the interdependence of marketing and operations
Delivery guarantees and the interdependence of marketing and operations
2002,
Delivery guarantees are an important element in a customer satisfaction program. When...
Managing increasing product variety at integrated steel mills
Managing increasing product variety at integrated steel mills
2003,
Intense market competition in recent years has made it increasingly important for...
Sensitivity analysis of investments in the pulp and paper industry – On investments in the chemical recovery cycle at a board mill
Sensitivity analysis of investments in the pulp and paper industry – On investments in the chemical recovery cycle at a board mill
2002,
In the pulp and paper industry, energy costs represent a relatively large proportion...
Scale, indivisibilities and production function in data envelopment analysis
Scale, indivisibilities and production function in data envelopment analysis
2003,
This paper critically re-examines the concept of returns to scale vis-à-vis...
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