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| PRODUCT CHANGEOVER REDUCTION SUMMARY Product Changeover Reduction (PCR) is a systematic approach to reducing the time required to change jobs/set-ups from the last good product produced on one run or batch to a steady state, standard production rate on the next product. Charles Brooks Associates' systematic approach to improved product changeover utilizes participatory techniques to improve engineering, tooling, methods and procedural standardization. PCR enhances the ability to compete successfully in a "quick response" environment and to offer improved customer service. TYPICAL BENEFITS • Changeover Time Reductions of 50 - 75% • Improved Product Quality • Scrap and Off-quality Reduced by More than 50% • Shorter Lead Times • Decreased Work in Process • Decreased Finished Goods Inventories • Improved Flexibility and Customer Satisfaction • Standardization of Changeover Procedures • Improved Communication and Teamwork OUR ROLE AND METHODOLOGY Our role is to assist each client as follows: Develop a proven organizational approach with roles and relationships defined for each team and individual involved. Identify and document standardized methods and procedures. Develop the means to assure both precision and repeatability in equipment settings and operating conditions. Develop as required the means to measure production changeover losses, to establish baseline performance and to track improvements. Identify the need to upgrade equipment conditions where relevant. Develop a training system by which the sustained capability to implement the product changeover system is assured. |
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