ISE Graduate Seminar Series

Master of Engineering Capstone Presentation
Implementation of a Supermarket Pull System in a Dynamic Production Environment

Dan Doyle, Elizabeth Carter, John Bonzo, and Donald Slate
Master of Engineering Candidates
Industrial & Systems Engineering Department

Date: Tuesday, February 28th, 2006
Time: 1:00 - 2:00pm
Location: Room 09-1149 (Kate Gleason Engineering Building)

Abstract:

A discussion of real-world application of process improvement in a manufacturing environment will be undertaken. On-time deliveries of a group of counterweights are below acceptable levels due to over-capacity utilization of a manufacturing tool coupled with fluctuating production demands by the customer.

Through the improvement of set-up/changeover time of the six different counterweight parts, production control analysis, and the implementation of a supermarket pull system and communication model, stockouts will occur 0% of the time. In addition, cost benefits in set-up time and inventory holding can be realized by both the client and the customer.

Project Advisor:
Dr. James Taylor, Industrial & Systems Engineering

Questions?
Contact Dr. Michael Kuhl at 475-2134 or mekeie@rit.edu