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Argosy University/ Phoniex University/
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Phoniex University
Oct-2001 - Nov-2016
Reduce setup time
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Hammond Inc. has analyzed the setup time on its computer-controlled lathe. The setup requires changing the type of fixture that holds a part. The average setup time has been 135 minutes, consisting of the following  steps:
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Turn off machine and remove fixture from lathe |
10 minutes |
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Go to tool room with fixture |
15 |
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Record replacement of fixture to tool room |
18 |
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Return to lathe |
20 |
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Clean lathe |
15 |
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Return to tool room |
20 |
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Record withdrawal of new fixture from tool room |
12 |
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Return to lathe |
15 |
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Install new fixture and turn on machine Total setup time |
  10 135 minutes |
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a.                                 Why should management be concerned about improving setup time?
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b.                                What do you recommend to Hammond Inc. for improving setup time?
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c.    How much time would be required for a setup, using your suggestion in (b)?
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