Abstract
This paper is a case study of the plant layout optimization in the production of the special transformers. The continuous global crisis is an ideal time for companies to raise their efficiency, flexibility and transparency of their operations and competitiveness in the global market. One of the possibilities to improve these features is a reduction of internal transport costs, based on the utilization of the company's own resources. With optimal layout of the workplaces and the equipment, the transport routes are shortened, thereby the employees' time is reduced, transport means are released, production lead times are shortened and intermediate warehouses are reduced or closed. Because the employees' time is reduced, they have more time to do something effective - what the buyer is willing to pay for. Also, with shorter production lead times, there is a faster material flow, less waiting and less opportunity cost of capital. The paper shows the steps that are necessary for the transition from the existing to the optimal layout of workspaces and equipment. Bloch-Schmigalla triangular method is used for the optimization.
Highlights
In an ever more globalized world, manufacturing enterprises are facing growing challenges in terms of competition, volatile markets and a turbulent envi– ronment [1]
The paper shows the steps that are necessary for the transition from the existing to the optimal layout of workspaces and equipment
Investing in new equipment is not always the best solution because it is costly and most companies buy new equipment and machines and install them where they have free space, not taking into account the material flow optimization. This can result in unnecessary transport cost rise
Summary
In an ever more globalized world, manufacturing enterprises are facing growing challenges in terms of competition, volatile markets and a turbulent envi– ronment [1]. At a time of rising costs, time pressures in production and globalization in general, plant layout and logistics are among the key factors for the success of the company [2]. The three most impor– tant characteristics of a company are: economy, reliability in meeting the deadlines, and flexibility (Figure 1.) [4]. If the company economy is the most important characteristic, it is difficult to meet the deadlines and to be flexible.
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