Essays about: "remanufacturing"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 65 essays containing the word remanufacturing.

  1. 1. Circular economy of spare parts and data-driven analytics - “Unlocking Sustainable Value: Analyzing Buyback Policy Circularity Performance in Volvo Group’s Reverse Supply Chain - A Renault Trucks Case Study”

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Vladyslav Zahladko; [2023-07-20]
    Keywords : closed-loop supply chain; reverse logistics; buyback policy; circular economy; performance measurement; supply chain analytics;

    Abstract : To address the current environmental challenges, companies are steadily shifting from a linear to a circular model in their daily operations. This process implies supplementing the traditional forward logistics with a reverse flow, enabling the reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling of existing products. READ MORE

  3. 2. Enhancing Circular Practices in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry - Exploring Opportunities and Challenges of Remanufacturing Electronic Control Units (ECUs)

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Vivian Ambiado; [2023-07-19]
    Keywords : Circularity; sustainability; remanufacturing; repair; ECUs; automotive industry; manufacturer; strategy;

    Abstract : This thesis examines the transition to a circular economy in the Swedish automotive manufacturing industry, with a specific focus on the implementation of remanufacturing for Electronic Control Units (ECUs). The study aims to identify opportunities and challenges associated with remanufacturing ECUs by considering product characteristics, strategic and business aspects, and the industrial and regulatory environment. READ MORE

  4. 3. A Simulation-Based Decision Support Tool for Circularity : Remanufacturing of an Electric Machine Case Study

    University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

    Author : Mayari Pérez Tay; [2023]
    Keywords : Simulation; remanufacturing; circular business; electric machine;

    Abstract : Over the last years, environmental concerns have grown regarding the pressure manufacturing activities exerts on natural resources. Many materials have been classified by the EU as scarce, rare earth elements found in magnets are amongst critical materials with high supply risk. READ MORE

  5. 4. Improvement and Standardization of Forklift Remanufacturing : Action Research on Toyota Material Handling Sweden forklift remanufacturing

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Mattias Dang Vu; Sabah Arouk; [2023]
    Keywords : Remanufacturing; Inspection; Process flow; Cost estimation; Decision-making; Återtillverkning; Inspection; Processflöde; Kostnadsuppskattning; beslutsfattande;

    Abstract : The current production field operates on linear resource flows, characterized by known supply and consistent manufacturing materials. In contrast, a remanufacturing system experiences variable process flows for each produced unit, even though the end product remains the same. READ MORE

  6. 5. A Simulation-Based Decision Support for Reverse Logistics of Remanufactured Spare Parts : A Case study of Diesel Particle Filters

    University essay from KTH/Produktionsutveckling

    Author : Thordis Tryggvadottir; [2023]
    Keywords : Circular Business Models; Reverse Logistics; Simulation; Remanufacturing; Agent Based Method; Discrete Event Method;

    Abstract : Remanufacturing plays a crucial role in circular business models as it offers a sustainable approach to restoring products while reducing energy and resource consumption. In the automotive industry, remanufactured parts are widely used for spare parts, although their usage is still limited compared to newly produced parts. READ MORE