Product layout

Introduction Of Process Layout

1. Subject – Industrial Engineering Topic – Product Layout Presented By :- Dhruv Shah

2. Product Layout :- A product layout groups different workstations together according to the products they work on. Workstation in a product layout can quickly transfer small batches of semi finished goods directly to the next station in a production line. Product layout can be ideal for smaller manufacturing business with lower volume than their large corporate compititors . As a business manufacturing output grows, however,it is wise to at least consider implementing a process layout.

3. This type of layout generally used in system where a product has to be manufactured or assembled in large quantities. In product layout the machinery and auxiliary servicies are located according to the processing sequence of the product without any buffer storage within the line itself.

4. Advantages of Product Layout :- 1. Low material handling cost per unit 2. Less work in process 3. Total production time per unit is short 4. Low unit cost due to high volume 5. Less skill is required 6. Smooth, simple and direct flow 7. Inspection can be reduced 8. Delays time is reduced 9. Effective supervision and control 10. Better utilization of men and machines

5. Limitations of Product Layout :- 1. Machine stoppage stops the line 2. Less flexibility 3. manufacturing cost is increase