Event:	Introduction to Set-up Reduction / Quick Changeover
Description:	In this course, participants will receive an introduction to Set-up Reduction / Quick Changeover. This class becomes familiar with the fundamental principles of set-up reduction. It defines set-up, and participants will discuss reasons and barriers to reducing set-up time. The course follows the principles first expressed by Dr. Shigeo Shingo and his work on Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED). Participants are familiarized with the standard methodology in applying SMED to any type of set-up or industry. The techniques covered demonstrate how to reduce changeover time from hours to minutes and even seconds.
Prerequisites:	Principles of Lean Manufacturing with Live Simulation or equivalent.
Expected Outcomes:	Participants will observe the benefits of implementing quick changeover/setup reduction, which include: shorter lead time, less material, fewer defects, less inventory, lower space requirements, higher productivity and greater flexibility.
Suggested Participants:	Production and Production Support Personnel (Engineering, Maintenance, Set-up Operators).
Number of Participants:	12-20 People per Event.
Duration of Event:	1 Day.

Home | Services | Associates
Newsletter | Staff | Events | Links