Implementation Of Sustainable Manufacturing Practices Research Articles

The Green Value Engineering Methodology: A Sustainability-Driven Project Management Tool for Capital Projects in Process Industry

Process industry renovation is mostly driven by business objectives like productivity enhancement and cost reduction, which hinder the “shift towards a sustainable manufacturing” called by political and academic institutions. In this paper, the project management methodology of Value Engineering, used for cost reduction in large capital projects, is extended to improve not only economic figures, but also environmental sustainability indicators. The methods can guide project design to reduce the consumption of natural resources and the generation of waste, closing a gap between sustainability targets and production needs. Sustainability metrics derived from a simplified life cycle assessment approach are used to achieve quick but reliable estimates of the environmental impact reductions against a base scenario. The project governance is thus supported when assessing potential trade-offs between environmental and economic advantage, encouraging shared and de-risked decisions. Even though limited by the project boundaries of time and budget and by the simplified impact assessment approach, the method promotes a lean and incremental implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices, applicable also to routinary interventions. The methodology is illustrated through application examples from a real case study, an EUR 100 M chemical plant expansion project for a pharmaceutical company in Italy.

Study on the impact of strategic management through sustainable operations for Industry 4.0 from the perspective of SMEs in the UAE

This research investigates the burgeoning field of sustainable manufacturing practices (SMPs) within the context of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) manufacturing sector. The study is grounded in the observation of SMEs' growing commitment to enhancing their sustainability performance through the adoption of sustainable practices. It adds valuable insights to the current academic discourse on SMPs and the sustainable performance of SMEs, shedding light on the mediation of competitive capacity and the moderating influence of environmental legislation. Utilizing structured questionnaires, data was systematically collected from SMEs operating in the UAE's manufacturing sector. The ensuing analysis, conducted via regression models, illuminates a significant relationship between the implementation of SMPs and the enhancement of SMEs' competitive capacities, ultimately fostering long-term sustainable performance. Notably, this association is further strengthened by the mediating role of improved competitive capacities. Furthermore, the study reveals a synergistic effect whereby the combination of SMPs and adherence to environmental legislation augments the long-term viability and sustainability of SMEs. In conclusion, this paper synthesizes its findings, providing valuable insights for practitioners and policymakers seeking to promote sustainability within the SME sector.

SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING PRACTICES FOR INDIAN SMEs MAKING SELF-RELIANT INDIA

The focus of this study is on highlighting the importance of Indian SMEs for achieving India’s Aatma Nirbhar Bharat vision while addressing the global environmental needs of manufacturing a product. For this, the study discusses some innovative manufacturing practices that brings sustainability in overall operation by small and medium enterprises. This study also highlights the role that Industry 4.0 technologies play in the implementation of Sustainable Manufacturing Practices, which in turn motivate companies to replace their outdated manufacturing facilities with newer generations of pillar technologies. The study supports SLR process and finalized 112 research articles with the help of PRISMA diagram. The main objective of this study is to highlight the current research trends in this area and to create a connection between Industry 4.0 and SMPs, SMPs and SMEs, and lastly SMEs and self-reliant India. The results show that SMP adoption by Indian SMEs is difficult in many ways, which reduces their effectiveness in realizing the objective of an independent India.

HUBUNGAN DI ANTARA AMALAN PEMBUATAN MAMPAN DAN PRESTASI MAMPAN DALAM SEKTOR PEMBUATAN

The implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices has brought many benefits not only to the manufacturing industry itself but also to the environment. Among the benefits are increasing productivity, bringing a good image, and producing environmentally friendly products. However, there are still many manufacturing organizations that still do not implement sustainable manufacturing practices due to factors such as high cost and organizational culture that does not accept such practices. Thus, this study aims to identify the relationship between sustainable manufacturing practices (SMP) and the sustainable performance of manufacturing organizations. Data were collected based on quantitative methods using a questionnaire survey. This study employed a simple random sampling method and SPSS was used to analyze the descriptive and correlation data for a sample of 51 manufacturing companies in Johor. Clean production practices and employee relations show a significant relationship with sustainable performance. Eco-efficiency practices show no relationship to economic sustainability, yet there is a significant relationship to environmental sustainability and social sustainability. The benefit of this study is that manufacturing organizations can see some SMPs acting as drivers to improve the sustainable performance of the organization because of the long-term benefits it offers.

Assessment of the current state of sustainability in a manufacturing firm

PurposeSustainable manufacturing is gaining prominence in light of the rising environmental and social concerns worldwide. One major task to enhance manufacturing sustainability is assessment of the current state of sustainability of a manufacturing firm. This paper reviews the existing sustainability assessment approaches applicable for manufacturing firms and observes that most of these approaches are not easy to apply for reasons such as high amount of skill, data and time requirement. Towards bridging this gap, this study proposes a sustainability assessment approach.Design/methodology/approachThe assessment approach proposed in the paper uses a predefined list of potential sustainable manufacturing practices (SMPs) covering the primary and support activity domains of a manufacturing firm's value chain. It proposes a method to assess the extent of implementation of SMPs and identify associated drivers and barriers for each SMP area/category along the value chain of a firm as well as at overall firm level. A case study from textile industry is presented to demonstrate the utility of this approach.FindingsThe sustainability assessment approach adopted in this study uses less time and skills as well as ensures comprehensive coverage of SMPs. It provided valuable information to the management of the case company on how sustainable their practices are and why?Originality/valueThe study highlights the importance of sustainability assessment at SMP area/category level as well as explores practice area/category specific drivers and barriers. It provides a useful approach for a quick assessment of the current state of sustainability in manufacturing firms.

Prioritization and Ranking of indicators of sustainable manufacturing in Indian MSMEs using fuzzy AHP approach

Indian MSMEs involved in manufacturing lag behind in implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices. Therefore, Sustainability assessment plays a vital role in adopting and implementing the sustainable techniques and practices in manufacturing sectors. One of the reasons may be the lack of awareness about indicators which enable qualitative as well as quantitative assessment of level of sustainability. This further enable the organization to implement the practices, methods, technologies that enable higher sustainability of the organization. Present study attempts to identify the indicator which are vital to improving the sustainably of the organization. In this study, a set of indicators were identified and categorized based on Triple bottom line (environmental, economic and social) approach of sustainability. Further an expert opinion cum Fuzzy-AHP Based Approach was used to prioritize and rank these indicators. Present research work will be useful for industry practitioner and manger to identify the priority areas of focus to achieve improved sustainability of manufacturing organization.

Identification and testing of barriers to sustainable manufacturing in the automobile industry: a focus on Indian MSMEs

PurposeThe purpose of the study is two-fold. First, to find out the different barriers that prevent the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices in the case of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Second, quantifying the relative intensity of these barriers to understand the importance and dependence power of the observed variables.Design/methodology/approachPrimary data were collected via structured questionnaires from 150 Indian MSMEs working in the automobile industry. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed. Finally, barriers are ranked using graph theory and matrix approach (GTMA), considering the inheritance and interaction among the observed variables.FindingsThere are a total of 22 barriers to “sustainable manufacturing”. EFA and CFA models confirmed four different categories of barriers. In order of importance, they are ranked as – production and operations related; organization related; collaboration related; and government rules and regulations.Practical implicationsThe findings show that there are multiple barriers to sustainable manufacturing. The barriers are categorized into four major categories, and their ranking provides an opportunity for prioritization from both policy and managerial perspectives. The barriers can be overcome through both policy interventions as well as through best practice sharing, benchmarking and organizational-wide initiatives.Originality/valueThe study is among the first studies that provide valuables insights on what are the 22 different barriers to sustainable manufacturing and its relevance to the MSMEs working in the automobile industry. The study would provide further opportunities for similar studies in different sectors.

ASSESSING SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING PRACTICES AND SUSTAINABILITY PERFORMANCE AMONG OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY IN IRAQ

The companies' interest in the level of their sustainable manufacturing practices (SMPs) has become necessary. This is because of its role in improving and balancing dimensions of sustainability performance (SP) which includes environmental sustainability (EnS), social sustainability (SoS) and economic sustainability (EcS). Therefore, the objective of the present study is the investigate about the extent of SMPs and SP to encourage the oil and gas industry (O&GI) in the context of Iraq to obtain a balance in the dimensions of SP, i.e. EcS, EnS and SoS. The data collected from 80 companies were analysed using descriptive statistics method by using SPSS version 25. The results revealed that the extent of the four SMPs and the three dimensions of SP in companies were implemented at a slight level. These results imply that although SMPs have become a required necessity expected from all industries, and companies should prefer to implement them, there is still needed to more efforts in implementation of SMPs among the O&GI to achieve a balance in the dimensions of SP.Keywords: Sustainable Manufacturing Practices, Sustainability Performance , Oil and Gas IndustryJEL Classifications: Q52, Q56, Q58, Q380DOI: https://doi.org/10.32479/ijeep.9228

Evaluation of technical feasibility and environmental impact of Calophyllum Inophyllum (Polanga) oil based bio-dielectric fluid for green EDM

• The research explores new bio-dielectric i.e Calophyllum inophyllum (polanga). • 3 productivity & process quality aspects (MRR,TWR,REWR,SR,SH,ROC/RUC) are assessed. • Significant improvement in output responses were found in the comparison process. • Environmental impact with aerosol emission rate for PBD is lower by 17.33% in comparison to HC dielectric. • Current study will be more helpful in opening path for more in-depth research in GREEN EDM. In a global scenario, energy conservation with eco-sustainable manufacturing is a major challenge for engineers. Motivation and stringent implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices is one significant way to insure the green environment for future. Alarming needs at present is innovative green methods of non-conventional manufacturing processes to be globally competitive. So, in the present investigation, authors have assessed the operational feasibility of transesterified Calophyllum Inophyllum (Polanga) based non-edible oil as possible alternative bio-dielectric for EDM applications and compared the response patterns of the new bio-dielectric fluid with hydrocarbon based EDM oil. OFAT (one factor at a time) design algorithm was utilized using peak current, duty cycle, pulse-on time, and gap voltage as control parameters to evaluate the response pattern for material removal rate, electrode wear rate, relative electrode wear ratio, surface texture and aerosol emission rate. The study confirms that Polanga bio-dielectric contributes to higher productivity and better process quality parameters like enhancement in mean MRR by 0.86 times, better surface finish by 16.64%, surface hardness by 6.46% as well as refined microstructure quality as compared to traditional hydrocarbon dielectric. Assessment of environmental impact through aerosol emission rate confirms 17.33% reduction with Polanga bio-dielectric use. Results and performance evaluation reveal that new bio-dielectric fluid can be a primary dielectric choice for green EDM replacing conventional hydrocarbon, water and synthetic based dielectric fluids. Findings also confirms that it can greatly contribute for establishing a family of vegetable-based bio dielectrics in the area of green manufacturing thus removing obstacles like reduction of toxic emissions, operator’s health hazards, fire hazards and enhancement of environmental sustainability in future.

Resources value mapping: A method to assess the resource efficiency of manufacturing systems

The assessment and monitoring of energy and resource efficiency is an essential activity toward the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices. Existing energy/resource assessment methods and tools are not based on a comprehensive approach, lack on the use of specific key performance indicators, are dedicated to expert stakeholders and do not provide useful suggestions for improving production systems. This paper proposes an innovative method, called Resources Value Mapping that aims to map and classify activities and related energy/resource consumptions according to lean philosophy principles (value-added, non value-added, waste). A user-friendly map and two efficiency indicators (Cost Index and Muda Index) are proposed to quantitatively support the identification of criticalities related to activities, processes, lines, plants, etc., and to successively guide the decision-making process during the improvement strategies implementation. The method has been used to analyze a manufacturing plant that produces cooking appliances. The case study demonstrated the applicability of the method in real industrial contexts and its effectiveness in identifying the energy/resource flows (electricity and compressed air), departments (sheet department) and lines (mechanical and hydraulic presses) for which the waste and non value-added consumptions are prominent. The analysis highlighted that less of 20% of the resources consumed during the process creates value, offering wide margins for improvement. Finally, it aided the definition of an action plan leading to relevant reduction of resource consumptions, economic savings and environmental benefits.

Implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices in Indian manufacturing companies

PurposeIn the current global manufacturing scenario, all most all major players are now in a position to commit themselves to sustainability in all their operational initiatives and each of them follow their own methodology to attain their goal of sustainability. The purpose of this paper is to assess the sustainable manufacturing practice (SMP) in Indian manufacturing sector. This paper is also focused on the how lean practice leads to the sustainable manufacturing (SM).Design/methodology/approachA survey methodology is used for this research. The SMPs are identified for the literature review and survey questionnaire was framed. In all, 345 usable responses from four sectors namely automobile, electrical and electronics, machinery and process were collected through Google survey.FindingsThis research is focused on the SMPs. From this research it is found that sustainable product and process design (SPPD), lean practices (LP), agile practice and customization, sustainable supply operation and distribution and product recovery and return practices lead to the SM.Research limitations/implicationsThis study has some limitations, which future researchers could consider. The large industries of Indian manufacturing across four sectors have been considered, the study can be further taken up to the micro, small and medium enterprises of the Indian manufacturing scenario. The questionnaire can be further developed as that it can be used for a global survey across various sectors and then comparison can be made between the Indian companies and their global counterpart. In future longitudinal studies can be conducted by considering the other SMPs like mass customization, smart manufacturing practices, etc.Practical implicationsThe present research helps the stakeholders to develop strong regulatory norms/policies to promote the SMPs in Indian manufacturing industries. This research may help production/manufacturing managers/practitioners to understand various issues related to SM and how they can be used gainfully to improve their practices and performances towards sustainable development.Social implicationsThis study enriches the corporate social responsibility in the organization. Corporate social responsibilities activities to be undertaken by the company shall include poverty and malnutrition, promoting health care including preventive health care and sanitation including contribution to the Swachh Bharat Kosh set-up by the Government of India for the promotion of sanitation and making available safe drinking water. This reinforces the company broader aim through its business activities to contribute to the wellbeing and sustainable development.Originality/valueThis study offers evidence of the implementation of SMPs namely SPPD, LP, agile practices and customization, sustainable supply operation and distribution and product recovery and return practices in Indian manufacturing organization. The authors propose a conceptual framework for SMPs and empirically tested.

Drivers for the adoption of sustainable manufacturing practices: A Malaysia perspective

Sustainable manufacturing aims to reduce environmental impacts during manufacturing activities by implementing strategies such as waste minimization, resource efficiency, pollution prevention, energy efficient manufacturing processes, and end of life management. Although sustainable manufacturing is being practiced and widely studied in developed countries, its advocation and implementation is still in its infancy in developing nations. This research aims to provide an insight into drivers to the adoption of sustainable practices in developing nations, specifically in Malaysia. A cross sectional survey was conducted among various manufacturing company in Malaysia and the data collected was analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). The results show that competitiveness, company culture and public awareness has positive impact on sustainable manufacturing practices. Furthermore, the supply chain management was identified as the most importance practice in the implementation of sustainable manufacturing. The findings and recommendations from this research can facilitate manufacturing companies in Malaysia in their decision making processes on the possible changes in policies and operational process for the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices in their organization.

Sustainable manufacturing practices in Malaysian palm oil mills

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices in Malaysian palm oil mills (POMs) by comparing the status of their current achievements and the levels of priority placed on their practices.Design/methodology/approachA questionnaire survey was used to collect data about 20 sustainable manufacturing practices from 51 POMs located in Malaysia. A five-point Likert scale was considered for recording variations in priorities and current practices with regard to sustainable manufacturing. A Cronbach’s α reliability test and a binomial test were undertaken to assess the internal consistency and the validity of the survey data. Spearman’s ρ correlation analysis was employed to determine the linear correlation between each of the sustainability practices identified. Factor analysis was conducted to reduce the number of sustainable manufacturing practices based on factor loading and to derive a clustering of these factors.FindingsThe results showed that employees’ well-being has the highest level in terms of both priority and current achievement. However, for other sustainable manufacturing practices, there was a difference where the current achievement of these practices in the Malaysian POMs was seen to be slightly lower than the priority given to them. Strong correlation of significant value was observed between the minimization of production waste and pollution prevention practices. From factor analysis, 15 practices of high factor loading were grouped into a proactive sustainability strategy and a preventive sustainability strategy.Research limitations/implicationsThe study was still relatively exploratory. Future studies could investigate the barriers to the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices at Malaysian POMs. The sample, which consisted of 51 Malaysian POMs, represented an important sector of the Malaysian economy. Reliance on stated, rather than revealed, preferences may limit the implications of the analysis undertaken for this study, but it does represent a major step forward in understanding the past in what was a highly recommended sector for investigation due to the paucity of extant data. A more broadly based, random sample of POMs from other countries would provide a better understanding of issues related to sustainable manufacturing practices.Practical implicationsThe results of this study can be used by practitioners to adjust the sustainable manufacturing practices currently applied and further studies may go on to examine the reasons and implications for discrepancies between priorities and desired sustainability goals in more detail.Originality/valueThe survey conducted about sustainable manufacturing practices amongst Malaysian POMs was focussed on the three dimensions of sustainability, namely, the economic, environmental, and social elements involved.

SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING PRACTICES IMPLEMENTATION IN MALAYSIA INDUSTRIES

Implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices brings lot of gains and benefits not alone to the manufacturing industries but also to their immediate environment. Such benefits includes increase the manufacturing capacity, good industry image, environmental friendly product, enhance business profile, consumer perceptions and corporate reputation. Nevertheless, many manufacturing industries are still unable to properly implements sustainable manufacturing practices. Hence, this paper identifies the sustainable manufacturing practices among manufacturing industries. Data were collected based on quantitative research method using self-administered questionnaires. A total of 104 manufacturing industries were selected based on stratified random sampling technique and SPSS was used to analyze the data. The result identified some applicable and non-applicable factors that affect proper implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices among manufacturing industries. Thus, the study will assist manufacturing industries to strengthen their implementation strategies on sustainable practices.

A Case Study of Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

Sustainable manufacturing practices aims at minimizing the impacts of manufacturing operations on the environment while optimizing the production efficiency of firms. Today, products are no longer judged by the price but the sustainable initiatives implemented by firms. Efforts to reduce the environmental impacts of manufacturing operations have traditionally been viewed as an obstacle to profitability and efficiency. However, studies have shown that the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices is beneficial to firms. This research reports a case study on the sustainable manufacturing practices of a selected company in Kedah, Malaysia. Data were collected using a semi-structured interview from key personnel in the company that directly involved in the implementation of the practices. The interview was recorded and transcribed and the result revealed that responsive product strategy, lean practices, supply chain restructuring and sustainable material and design are the sustainable manufacturing practices implemented by the case company while on-time delivery, recycle carbon fibre and trend to green material are the benefits of sustainable manufacturing practices. 

Principles into Practice Setting the Bar for Green Chemistry

Recent years have seen a disheartening string of revelations in which everyday items once considered safe—food packaging, toys, clothes, furniture, electronic components, and many more products—are found to contain carcinogens, endocrine disruptors, and other harmful chemicals.1 Growing demand for healthier alternatives, already seen in food production and housing construction,2 is also happening at the building-block level of manufacturing, where so-called green chemistry represents a revolutionary change in preventing pollution and health problems starting at the chemical design stage. Many industry and government entities are beginning to espouse the principles of green chemistry on their websites and in public statements. Now comes the task of crafting policy to put those principles into action. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines green chemistry as “the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances. Green chemistry applies across the life cycle of a chemical product, including its design, manufacture, and use.”3 Green chemistry also aims to mitigate the type of uncertainty Alan Gold-berg, a professor of toxicology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, recently described to The New York Times: “I can get [toxicity] information on only 20 percent of chemicals we interact with on a daily basis.”4 Of that 20%, he now says, he may be able to find information on overt toxicity for about half, but for details on specific effects such as developmental neurotoxicity, the figure shrinks toward zero. So what does green chemistry look like? Consider the example of pregabalin, the active ingredient in the neuropathic pain drug Lyrica®. Pfizer developed an alternative green-chemistry process that converted several steps of pregabalin synthesis from use of organic solvents to water. That reduced both health hazards and production heating requirements. With the new synthesis, waste from the process dropped from 86 kg of waste per kg product to 17 kg, and energy use dropped by 82%.5 Proponents say that’s how the field can offer a win–win–win solution: good performance, lower cost, and less environmental impact—what Richard Engler, program manager of the EPA Green Chemistry Program, calls the “triple bottom line.” For many, a standard is a logical next step. “At some point you have to go beyond a definition and principles,” says Engler. “I think that’s something the standard will enable.”