This course explores the integration of Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) with Lean Manufacturing principles, emphasizing how a lean transformation facilitates robotics and automation. Participants gain a solid understanding of FMS and Lean principles, delve into Lean tools integration within FMS, and explore robotics and automation integration for enhanced adaptability and precision in manufacturing.
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This course explores the integration of Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) with Lean Manufacturing principles, emphasizing how a lean transformation facilitates robotics and automation. Participants gain a solid understanding of FMS and Lean principles, delve into Lean tools integration within FMS, and explore robotics and automation integration for enhanced adaptability and precision in manufacturing.
This course explores the integration of Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS) with Lean Manufacturing principles, emphasizing how a lean transformation facilitates robotics and automation. Participants gain a solid understanding of FMS and Lean principles, delve into Lean tools integration within FMS, and explore robotics and automation integration for enhanced adaptability and precision in manufacturing.
Through interactive video lectures, case study analyses, and scenario-based learning activities, participants acquire hands-on skills in optimizing manufacturing processes. Real-world examples highlight successful implementations of FMS, Lean principles, robotics, and automation, fostering skill-building and empowering participants to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing environments.
Designed for manufacturing engineers, operations managers, lean practitioners, and robotics enthusiasts, this intermediate to advanced course offers practical problem-solving experiences and critical analysis of manufacturing scenarios. Pre-requisites include a basic understanding of manufacturing principles and familiarity with Lean concepts, though not mandatory.
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Introduction to Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS)
Module 1 provides a comprehensive introduction to Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS), covering the core concepts, components, types, and applications of FMS in modern manufacturing. Through a series of video lectures and suggested readings, learners gain insights into the importance of flexibility in manufacturing, types of FMS, and real-world applications across various industries.
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Read 'Lean Manufacturing: A Practical Guide for Manufacturers'
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Provides a practical guide to Lean manufacturing principles and implementation.
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Read Chapter 1: What is Lean Manufacturing?
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Read Chapter 2: The Five Principles of Lean Manufacturing
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Read Chapter 3: Implementing Lean Manufacturing
Analyze case studies of FMS implementation
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Develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in FMS implementation.
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Read case studies on successful and unsuccessful FMS implementations
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Identify key factors contributing to success or failure
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Develop recommendations for improving FMS implementation
Attend a workshop on FMS and Lean integration
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Provides hands-on experience and expert insights into FMS and Lean integration.
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Research and identify relevant workshops in the field
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Register and attend the selected workshop
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Actively participate in discussions and networking opportunities
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Develop a Lean implementation plan for an FMS-based manufacturing system
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Integrates FMS and Lean concepts to enhance manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
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Assess the current manufacturing system and identify waste and inefficiencies
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Develop a Lean implementation plan outlining specific actions and timelines
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Monitor and evaluate the implementation progress and make adjustments as needed
Contribute to an open-source FMS or Lean software project
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Develops practical skills in FMS and Lean principles while contributing to the open-source community.
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Identify suitable open-source FMS or Lean projects
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Review the project documentation and choose a specific task or module to contribute to
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Submit a pull request with your contributions to the project
Read 'Lean Manufacturing: A Practical Guide for Manufacturers'
Show steps
Provides a practical guide to Lean manufacturing principles and implementation.
View
Lean Manufacturing
on Amazon
Show steps
- Read Chapter 1: What is Lean Manufacturing?
- Read Chapter 2: The Five Principles of Lean Manufacturing
- Read Chapter 3: Implementing Lean Manufacturing
Analyze case studies of FMS implementation
Show steps
Develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills in FMS implementation.
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Case Studies
Show steps
- Read case studies on successful and unsuccessful FMS implementations
- Identify key factors contributing to success or failure
- Develop recommendations for improving FMS implementation
Attend a workshop on FMS and Lean integration
Show steps
Provides hands-on experience and expert insights into FMS and Lean integration.
Browse courses on
Lean Manufacturing
Show steps
- Research and identify relevant workshops in the field
- Register and attend the selected workshop
- Actively participate in discussions and networking opportunities
Develop a Lean implementation plan for an FMS-based manufacturing system
Show steps
Integrates FMS and Lean concepts to enhance manufacturing efficiency and productivity.
Browse courses on
Lean Manufacturing
Show steps
- Assess the current manufacturing system and identify waste and inefficiencies
- Develop a Lean implementation plan outlining specific actions and timelines
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation progress and make adjustments as needed
Contribute to an open-source FMS or Lean software project
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Develops practical skills in FMS and Lean principles while contributing to the open-source community.
Browse courses on
Lean Manufacturing
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- Identify suitable open-source FMS or Lean projects
- Review the project documentation and choose a specific task or module to contribute to
- Submit a pull request with your contributions to the project
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