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Improving Changeover Efficiency in Opticap XL Encapsulation Process
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open in viewerThis project studied MilliporeSigma’s changeover efficiency within the Opticap® XL encapsulation process to alleviate throughput issues associated with increasing demand. Our team conducted time and observational studies, together with stakeholder interviews, to identify and prioritize improvement areas. We developed a production schedule optimization tool, Single Minute Exchange of Dies analysis for changeover tasks, and conditions to streamline melt-check procedures. We recommend our deliverables be implemented to improve changeover efficiency, and estimate that 230 minutes can be saved in changeover time over two days.
- This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.
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- E-project-121715-201228
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- 2015
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- 2015-12-17
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- Major
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Improving_Changeover_Efficiency_in_Opticap_XL_Encapsulation_Process.pdf | Public | Download | ||
Gantt_Chart_for_Changeover_Tasks.xlsx | Public | Download |
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