Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) is a key performance indicator used in manufacturing to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of equipment in production. OEE provides a metric for evaluating how well manufacturing equipment is being used by measuring the percentage of time that it is operating effectively to produce good-quality products. OEE is calculated by multiplying … Continued
Heijunka is a lean manufacturing technique that aims to create a production system that is responsive to customer demand, while at the same time reducing waste and increasing efficiency. The word “heijunka” is a Japanese term that roughly translates to “leveling” or “balancing”. The heijunka system involves creating a production schedule that is based on … Continued
Automation and autonomation are two related but distinct concepts in the field of manufacturing and production. Automation refers to the use of technology and machinery to perform tasks that were previously done by human workers. This can include robotic arms on an assembly line, automated conveyor belts, and computer programs that control machines. The goal … Continued
To decrease the modulus of a natural rubber compound, you can consider the following options: Add fillers: Fillers such as carbon black and silica can increase the stiffness and modulus of the rubber compound. Adding fillers with a lower surface area and/or smaller particle size can decrease the modulus. Use a low modulus elastomer: You … Continued
Andon is a visual management tool used in the Toyota Production System (TPS) and other lean manufacturing systems to indicate the status of a production line or work process. The word “andon” comes from the Japanese word for “lamp,” which was originally used to signal problems in the production line. Andon systems typically consist of … Continued
14 Principles of “The Toyota Way” 1. Base your management decisions on a long-term philosophy, even at the expense of short-term financial goals. 2. Create a continuous process flow to bring problems to the surface. 3. Use “pull” systems to avoid overproduction. 4. Level out the workload (work like the tortoise, not the hare). 5. … Continued
The Theory of Constraints (TOC) is a management philosophy developed by Eliyahu M. Goldratt in the 1980s. It is based on the idea that in any organization or system, there is always at least one constraint that limits its performance. The goal of TOC is to identify and manage these constraints to improve the overall … Continued
A Banbury mixer is a type of internal mixer used in the rubber industry for mixing and kneading rubber compounds. It was invented by Fernley H. Banbury in 1916. The Banbury mixer consists of two large rollers that rotate in opposite directions and a chamber between them where the rubber material is mixed. The rubber … Continued
The best abrasion resistant elastomer depends on the specific application and the conditions under which it will be used. Here are some commonly used abrasion-resistant elastomers and their properties: Nitrile rubber (NBR): NBR is a synthetic rubber that is commonly used in industrial applications due to its high resistance to abrasion, oil, and chemicals. It … Continued
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