The production of automotive ignition coils in Brazil is presented as a case study of lean manufacturing. The evolution of the project from initial concept to the implemented process is shown. The savings realized by utilizing lean manufacturing techniques are presented by comparing the initial concept to the final process. Metrics utilized include: Investment, floor space, and labor. The metric of equipment “value” (speed/cost) is also introduced as a method of measuring the impact of lean manufacturing. Additionally, other factors that impacted the success of the project are discussed.


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    Title :

    Lean Manufacturing - A Case Study


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    International Mobility Technology Conference and Exhibit ; 2000



    Publication date :

    2000-12-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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