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What is Cycle Time in the Manufacturing Process?

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Cycle time is the time it takes to complete a single manufacturing operation. What is cycle time? Cycle time is the time it takes to complete a single manufacturing operation on one unit or batch […] The post What is Cycle Time in the Manufacturing Process?

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Bottleneck Analysis in Lean Manufacturing

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In this application of the idea, decision-makers rely on heavy amounts of data pertaining to cycle times, production rates and queue lengths to guide their efforts. This can lead to variable results and unpredictable cycle times. Process standardization: Sometimes, the problem is that processes may not be standardized.

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MES and ERP Data Integration

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With insights from both systems, businesses can streamline operations such as machinery monitoring, maintenance, and cycle time, boost productivity, and create a culture of data-driven manufacturing. Enhanced production scheduling: Consistent cycle times underpin both production quality control and expected quantity outputs.

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Batch Production – Benefits, Examples, and Tips

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This reduces cycle times per product and enables goods to be manufactured flexibly in large quantities. Batch production is a manufacturing method where sets […] The post Batch Production – Benefits, Examples, and Tips appeared first on Blog for Manufacturers and Distributors.

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NVIDIA picks 6 noteworthy autonomous systems of 2023

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The end result, shown in the video below, was an efficient solution that reduced the cycle time of each inspection by 20%. Editor’s note: This blog reposted with permission from NVIDIA. Then, with optimization tools in Isaac Sim, Techman explored a massive number of program options in parallel on NVIDIA GPUs.

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Takt Time in Manufacturing

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That flow is smoothed by determining the takt time and configuring manufacturing to achieve it. This blog explains takt time in manufacturing. What is Takt time? Takt time is the drumbeat of a production line. What distinguishes takt time from cycle time is that it’s set by the customer and not the process.

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Machine Data Collection in Manufacturing

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This blog is about the machine data collection process. It includes machine production data such as quantities processed, cycle times achieved, yields or measurement and other inspection results. It can also cover operational information such as run time and down time. What is machine data?