Variable Takt Principle: Mastering Variance with Limitless Product Individualization

by Peter Bebersdorf and Arnd Huchzermeier

Book Overview

This book describes how the implementation of variable rate launching in the context of a mixed-model assembly line with unlimited customization flexibility promotes customer-centric production.

Variable rate launching (VRL) - as opposed to fixed rate launching (FRL) - eliminates idle time and utility work in mixed-model assembly lines. Even in the context of limitless customization, which runs the risk of concentrated peak workloads and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BTY2CC6Q
• ISBN13: 9783030871727
• Release Date: March 2023
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"