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Publisher's Message | |
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Getting Started | |
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The Purpose of This Book | |
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What This Book Is Based On | |
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Two Ways to Use This Book | |
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Reading | |
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Overview of the Contents | |
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An Introduction to Cellular Manufacturing | |
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Chapter Overview | |
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What Is Cellular Manufacturing? | |
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One-Piece Flow | |
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High-Variety Production | |
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Understanding Processes and Operations | |
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Processes | |
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Operations | |
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Benefits of Cellular Manufacturing | |
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How It Helps Companies | |
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How It Helps You | |
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In Conclusion | |
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Summary | |
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Reflections | |
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Working in a Manufacturing Cell | |
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Chapter Overview | |
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Operating in a U-Shaped Cell | |
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Becoming Multiskilled, Multimachine Operators | |
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Cross-Training for Maximum Flexibility | |
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Moving with the Work | |
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Using Small, Flexible Machines | |
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Using Autonomation (Jidoka) to Eliminate Machine Watching | |
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In Conclusion | |
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Summary | |
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Reflections | |
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Basic Elements of Cell Design | |
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Chapter Overview | |
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Understanding the Current Conditions | |
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Collect Product and Production Data | |
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Document Current Layout and Flow | |
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Time the Process | |
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Calculate Process Capacity and Takt Time | |
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Create Standard Work Combination Sheets | |
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Converting to a Process-Based Layout | |
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Evaluate the Options | |
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Plan Possible New Layouts | |
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Move the Machines | |
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Document the New Operating Procedures | |
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Test to Confirm Improvement | |
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Continuously Improving the Process | |
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Shorten Cycle Times | |
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Shorten Changeover Times | |
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Eliminate Product Defects | |
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Reduce Equipment Failures | |
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In Conclusion | |
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Summary | |
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Reflections | |
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Teamwork Tools for Cellular Manufacturing | |
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Chapter Overview | |
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Working in Teams | |
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Standardizing Workplace Conditions through 5S | |
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Using Visual Management for Production Control and Safety | |
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Performing Autonomous Maintenance Activities | |
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Using Activity Boards and One-Point Lessons | |
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In Conclusion | |
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Summary | |
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Reflections | |
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Reflections and Conclusions | |
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Chapter Overview | |
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Reflecting on What You've Learned | |
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Opportunities for Further Learning | |
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Conclusions | |
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Additional Resources Related to Cellular Manufacturing | |
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Books and Videos | |
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Newsletters | |
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Training and Consulting | |
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Website | |
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About the Productivity Development Team | |