Motion and Time Study: For Lean Manufacturing (2nd Edition) - Hardcover

Meyers, Fred E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0138974551 ISBN 13: 9780138974558

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 1998

Synopsis

Written by an experienced engineer with a diversified background in industrial engineering and management, this informative "how-to" book for applying the techniques of motion and time study in lean manufacturing offers step-by-step procedures and forms for 10 uses of time standards, 10 study techniques, and five time standards setting techniques. An ideal reference source, it offers practical advice on numerous topics, including designing work stations, achieving a successful attitude, and goal-planning.

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An ideal reference source replete with practical advice on everything from work station designs to goal-planning, this informative "how-to" book for applying the techniques of motion and time study in lean manufacturing offers step-by-step procedures and forms for 10 uses of time standards, 10 study techniques, and five time standards setting techniques. Teaches production people the techniques of motion and time study so they can assist in the design measurement and control of manufacturing methods and costs. Presents simple, step-by-step procedures, examines the importance of time standards, and includes a list of its uses. Adopts an easy-to-follow, predetermined time standards system, and discusses the importance of maintaining a successful attitude.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0138974551
• ISBN 13: 9780138974558
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 334