manufacturing techniques

Question 1

what is just in time production? JIT

Answer 1

stock is not stored, materials are only bought in when they are needed. It relies on good communication with the suppliers to ensure stock is ready to go.

Question 2

advantages of JIT production

Answer 2

• increase efficiency - if stock is being stored money is being lost
• saves costs
• quick turn around

Question 3

disadvantages of JIT production

Answer 3

• problems can arise if the stock doesn’t reach the plant on time
• big orders can be difficult
• can be expensive if it goes wrong

Question 4

why is production scheduling and production logistics needed?

Answer 4

getting the right component to the right place at the right time can become complex and so computer planning and scheduling is needed in production

Question 5

advantages of production scheduling and production logistics

Answer 5

• flexible
• minimises work in progress and reduces inventory
• maintains balance on production levels
• raises productivity levels

Question 6

What is flexible manufacturing system?

Answer 6

a system set up to allow some flexibility in manufacture - allows the company to make changes to slight shifts in the market.

Question 7

advantages of flexible manufacturing systems

Answer 7

increased productivity
shorter lead times for new products
lower labour costs improved production quality

Question 8

disadvantages of flexible manufacturing systems

Answer 8

high set up cost

pre planning required and highly skilled workers

Question 9

Quick response manufacturing

Answer 9

designed to give companies competitive edge by increasing operating efficiency - responds quickly to market fluctuation.

Question 10

Production control

Answer 10

quality and production tests, usually used visual inspection along with intelligent cameras and lasers