One of the most important phases of plant layout is to achieve an optimum effective flow of materials (raw materials, and in-process materials) through the plant. Naturally the principle of minimum movements (i.e., number of movements and distance travelled in one move) forms the basis for optimum effective flow. The principle of minimum movements reduces material handling costs, in- process [...]
This article throws light upon the five main types of layout. The types are: 1. Plant Layout 2. Process Layout 3. Product Layout 4. Combination Layout 5. Fixed Position Layout. Type # 1. Plant Layout: Plant layout means the disposition of the various facilities (equipments, material, manpower, etc.) and services of the plant within the area of the site selected [...]
After reading this article you will learn about the storage space requirements of a factory. Adequate storage space allocation to different materials and supplies is of great importance because otherwise, a small increase in their quantities may give rise to congestion and the whole storage system maybe out of gear. The following items and the amount of stock holding determine [...]