Essays about: "productivity and quality improvement"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 52 essays containing the words productivity and quality improvement.

1. 21. Exploring The Efficiency – Flexibility Dilemma Of A Manual Assembly Process

   University essay from Högskolan i Halmstad/Akademin för ekonomi, teknik och naturvetenskap

   Author : Elin Ohlsson; [2019]
   Keywords : custom manufacturing; flexibility management; innovation management; lean manufacturing; process improvement;

   Abstract : The purpose of this study was to find a method for exploring the potential of increasing the efficiency of a manual manufacturing process while simultaneously maintaining the flexibility and the ability to adjust to changes in demand. The study has been conducted in cooperation with Scania CV AB Engine Assembly in Södertälje, Sweden. READ MORE

3. 22. Capturing Variation in Welding : A method to map variation in welding production, creating a basis for production improvements

   University essay from Karlstads universitet

   Author : Lotta Månsson; [2019]
   Keywords : Variation; Weld; Laser scanning; Quality; Data display; Production improvement;

   Abstract : Weld quality is essential when manufacturing fatigue-loaded structures. Defective welds are problematic, causing increased lead times, repairs and breakdowns. Over- processing as a result of unnecessary safety margins and poor quality is another issue, leading to a more expensive process and heavier products. READ MORE

4. 23. Daylighting and Electric Lighting Integration in the Retail Sector

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Rafael Campama Pizarro; [2019]
   Keywords : daylighting; electric lighting; lighting controls; integration; human centric lighting; circadian potential; melanopic lux; non-visual effects; energy saving; retail; case study; IEA-SHC; furniture store; shopping experience.; Arts and Architecture; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : The retail sector represents 11% of the GDP and employs 15% of the workforce in the European Union. To tackle growth of e-commerce, physical retail stores need to be reviewed; both to decrease operating costs, increase productivity and to make the shopping experience more appealing. READ MORE

5. 24. Evaluation of acoustic, visual and thermal comfort perception of students in the Educational Building at KTH Campus : A study case in a university building in Stockholm

   University essay from KTH/Installations- och energisystem

   Author : Sofia Kristina Kritikou; [2018]
   Keywords : Thermal comfort; Acoustic comfort; Visual comfort; Sustainability; Energy systems; Productivity; Indoor air quality ; Termisk komfort; Akustisk komfort; Visuell komfort; Hållbarhet; Energisystem; Produktivitet; Inomhusluftkvalitet;

   Abstract : In recent years the focus and application of sustainability in buildings has risen. Both for environmental and human well-being reasons. The quality of the indoor environment affects the well-being, productivity and work performance, but it can also affect the occupants negatively, like increasing risks of different diseases and health issues. READ MORE

6. 25. Evaluation of current welding robot and improvement proposals for future use

   University essay from KTH/Marina system

   Author : Joakim Nilsson; [2018]
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   Abstract : Welding of elements, a heat exchanging component, is one of the most essential processes during the manufacturing of Tubel evaporators. Weld joints consists of fillet welds of thin tubes against a plate on one end, and on the other end against a thicker pipe with entry holes for the tubes. READ MORE