Kanban for the Shopfloor book from Improvement Tools.com
Kanban for the Shopfloor book
Kanban for the Shopfloor, a book by the Productivity Press Development Team, is available from Improvement Tools.com .
Kanban is the name given to the inventory control card used in a pull system. The primary benefit of kanban is to reduce overproduction.
A kanban system produces exactly what is ordered, when it is ordered and in the quantities ordered. It is essentially a work order that also moves with the material.
Each kanban identifies the part or subassembly unit and indicates where each one came from and where each is going.
Used this way, kanban acts as a system of information that integrates the plant, connects all processes one to another and connects the entire value stream to customer demand.
In addition to reducing the waste of overproduction, kanban will help the company increase flexibility to respond to customer demand, coordinate production of small lots and wide product variety and simplify the procurement process.
Progressive shopfloor improvement techniques can be useful for manufacturers who want to stay competitive. The comprehensive education of all shopfloor workers can ensure full participation and success when implementing new programmes.
The Shopfloor Series books make practical information accessible to everyone by presenting major concepts and tools in simple, clear language and at a reading level that has been adjusted for operators by skilled instructional designers.
One main idea is presented every two to four pages, so that the book can be picked up and put down easily. Each chapter begins with an overview and ends with a summary section. Helpful illustrations are used throughout.
Other topics currently in the Shopfloor Series include Kaizen, 5S, Quick Changeover, Mistake-Proofing, Just-in-Time, TPM, Cellular Manufacturing and many more.
11-Aug-2008