Abstract
This paper describes extensions made to a queueing model for a policy called Dedicated Cell Loading (DCL) which utilizes cross-trained workers, transfer batches and a temporary dedication strategy to control the movement of part batches through a manufacturing cell. The basic model uses an open queueing network with the parameters for each stage being estimated based on the worker movement and part transfer protocols within the cell. The extension generates better estimates for the flow times of batches by explicitly considering a type of delay called synchronization delay.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | Industrial Engineering Research - Conference Proceedings |
| Editors | Guy L. Curry |
| Place of Publication | Norcross, GA, United States |
| Publisher | IIE |
| Pages | 234-239 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| State | Published - 1997 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | Proceedings of the 1997 6th Annual Industrial Engineering Research Conference, IERC - Miami Beach, FL, USA Duration: May 17 1997 → May 18 1997 |
Other
| Other | Proceedings of the 1997 6th Annual Industrial Engineering Research Conference, IERC |
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| City | Miami Beach, FL, USA |
| Period | 5/17/97 → 5/18/97 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering