期刊名称：International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology
印刷版ISSN：2347-6710
电子版ISSN：2319-8753
出版年度：2014
期号：TAPSA
页码：312
出版社：S&S Publications
摘要：This paper presents an application of 5S in technology in a Bio-mass processing unit. Due to increaseddemand, high product variety, and a push production system, the plant has suffered from excessive wastes, unorganizedworkstations, and unhealthy work environment. This has translated into increased production cost, frequent delays, andlow workers morale. Under such conditions, it has become difficult, if not impossible, to implement effectivecontinuous improvement studies. Improving plant layout, and organizing workstations. 5S lean technology is utilizedfor achieving project diagnosing the production process, streamlining the workflow, removing/reducing process waste,cleaning the production environment. The work was a combination of both culture changes and tangible/physicalchanges on the shop floor. The “5S” technique represents a fundamental technique which allows the enhancement ofefficiency and productivity, while ensuring a pleasant organizational climate. The project has drastically changed theplant and developed the infrastructure for a successful implementation of continuous improvement as well as other bestpractices and quality initiatives.
