Manufacturing Systems and Processes

Question 1

What does ASRS stand for?

Answer 1

Automated Storage and Retrieval systems

Question 2

What is ASRS?

Answer 2

ASRS is a system that leverages software, computers and robotics to streamline handling, storing and retrieving items.
Unit- Load ASRS
Mini-Load ASRS
Horizontal Carousels
Vertical carousels
Vertical Lift Modules.

Question 3

What does AGV stand for?

Answer 3

Automated Guided Vehicles

Question 4

What are AGV?

Answer 4

Systems of load carriers that travel autonomously throughout a warehouse or distribution centre, without an onboard driver. Usually used for tasks that might need a forklift, conveyor system or manual carts. Moving large volumes of materials in a repetitive manor.

Question 5

What does FMS stand for?

Answer 5

Flexible Manufacturing Systems

Question 6

What is FMS?

Answer 6

A production method that is designed to easily adapt to changes in the type and quantity of the product being manufactured. This is achieved by having computerised machines that can be configured to manufacture a wide variety of products and handle changing levels of production.

Question 7

What does QRM stand for?

Answer 7

quick response manufacturing

Question 8

What is QRM?

Answer 8

A strategy for reducing lead times across all functions of an organisation. The resulting improvements in speed and responsiveness increase the organisations competitive advantage.

Question 9

What are standardised parts?