1. What type of process flow structure is CBF using? The type of process flow structure that CBF is using is assembly line. It follows a specific sequence flow of activities in order to finish the product. The end product of one workstation is the starting point of the following workstation.
2. Diagram the process in a manner similar to Exhibit 7.7. Order Acceptance
Fabrication
Warehouse
Release batch of 50 to 60 rods every 3hrs
Cut rods to 50-70cm
Final Inspection
long
Adjusting length
100% inspection
Thread Rolling
Heat to high Temp.
Bending rods to UShape
Inspection
300-400 bolts heated at 1000 to 1200 degrees for 2hours
Galvanizing
Shaping / Rework
3. Analyze the current capacity of the process. Check if the capacity is the equal to 18,000 units/day or not. Daily Capacity = 420-5/1.2 x 2shifts per day = 690 per day Monthly capacity = 690days x 30 days = 20,700 The capacity per day is 690 and the monthly is 20,700 4. What is the effect of setup times on the production rate of each process? The production would decrease because the time intended for making the product is being compromised for setting up the equipment 5. What recommendations would you make for a short-term solution to Landmark ’s problems? In order to reach their goal of 30,000 units per month, landmark must increase their working days and shorten their setup time in order to utilize fully the time in order to produce more products. 6. What long-term recommendations would you make? The long term recommendations that we can make is to buy additional equipment in order to hasten the production. This will also minimize manual labor idle time because the machine has minimal idle time.
