Lean Printing: Pathway to Success

Kevin Cooper; Malcolm G. Keif; Kenneth L. Macro Jr.

ISBN 10: 0883625865 / ISBN 13: 9780883625866

Published by PIA/GATFPress, 2007

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Former library book with the usual stamps, stickers and labels. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. Seller Inventory # BVV.0883625865.G

Bibliographic Details

Title: Lean Printing: Pathway to Success

Publisher: PIA/GATFPress

Publication Date: 2007

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: good

About this title

Synopsis:

In today's competitive environment, it is mandatory for printers to find new ways to reduce costs, waste, and setup time while adding value to the products they offer their customers. Lean manufacturing is the solution! By examining proven techniques, Lean Printing: Pathway to Success shows the benefits that come from engaging the entire workforce in recognizing value-adding processes and eliminating waste whether that means wasted material, wasted motion, or wasted time. Specifically, Lean Printing examines: The history and foundations of Lean manufacturing; the 5S method sort, straighten, shine, standardize, and sustain; setup reduction; total productive maintenance; how to build in quality at the source; visual management; Kaizen continuous improvement; value-stream mapping; incorporating consistent flow in the printing process.

About the Author:

Malcolm G. Keif is an associate professor at California Polytechnic State University specializing in flexography, quality management in the graphic arts, and estimating and costing. He has worked in the printing and packaging industry for over twenty years. Kenneth L. Macro, Jr. is an assistant professor California Polytechnic State University specializing in Lean manufacturing, print production management, marketing and sales, and training program development. He is also the current vice president of the Southwest Region of the International Graphic Arts Education Association. Kevin Cooper has worked in printing and manufacturing for twenty years. He is currently a professor of graphic communication at California Polytechnic State University and actively presents and consults with printers on Lean manufacturing methods.