Browsing by Subject "Production management"
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A bounded dynamic programming algorithm for the MMSP-W considering workstation dependencies and unrestricted interruption of the operations
(2011)
Conference report
Restricted access - publisher's policyIn this paper, we propose a procedure based on Bounded Dynamic Programming (BDP) to solve the Mixed- Model Sequencing Problem with Workload Minimisation (MMSP-W), with serial workstations and unrestricted (or ... -
A contribution towards a methodology for managing learning, multi-skilling and performance on the shop floor
(2006-09-15)
Article
Open AccessHigh-performance work is applied in production methodologies like lean production. In this approach, workers are able to perform several different tasks and participate in continuous improvement. In order to be able to ... -
A design method for parts picking zones in a manufacturing environment
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / Universiteit Gent, 2010)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Open AccessThis paper describes a method for the design of an order picking system in a manufacturing environment. Unlike order picking systems in warehouses, there is almost no literature available concerning picking systems in a ... -
A New methodology to identify supply chains sustainability bottlenecks
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / Instituto Superior Técnico, 2015)
Bachelor thesis
Open AccessThe world globalization has been creating a very strong competition amongst companies. To maintain their market position, companies need to guarantee that all their activities are performed with high efficacy and efficiency ... -
A proposal for a green supply chain strategy
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Departament d'Organització d'Empreses (OE), 2018)
Article
Open AccessPurpose: The purpose of this paper is to establish a set of steps for helping companies to create a Green Supply Chain Strategy based on the reduction of their carbon footprint. The aim is to put forward a simple guideline ... -
A review of servitization theoretical foundations
(OmniaScience, 2021)
Article
Open AccessPurpose: This study seeks to analyse how the servitization topic has been addressed through different theoretical approaches. More specifically, the aim is to answer two key questions: What theoretical approaches have been ... -
A unit cost adjusting heuristic algorithm for the integrated planning and scheduling of a two-stage supply chain
(OmniaScience, 2014-12)
Article
Open AccessPurpose: The stable relationship of one-supplier-one-customer is replaced by a dynamic relationship of multi-supplier-multi-customer in current market gradually, and efficient scheduling techniques are important tools ... -
Adaptation and configuration of a manufacturing execution system for management and production adjustments
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2016-06-08)
Bachelor thesis
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Adaptive predictive robust control for fuel cells hybrid vehicles
(2010)
Conference report
Open AccessThe transient behavior of a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell System (PEMFCS) under an efficient Adaptive Predictive Control with Robust Filter (APCWRF) is analyzed. This control scheme is tested to evaluate its ... -
Alternative tools to mass production and human performance indicators in sheltered work centers of Valencian community (Spain)
(School of Industrial and Aeronautic Engineering of Terrassa (ETSEIAT). Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), 2011-09)
Article
Open AccessPurpose: The most popular alternative systems to mass production at an academic level (lean manufacturing, agile manufacturing, flexible customization, mass customization...) share many characteristics. Our article identifies ... -
Amélioration de la capacité de production. Analyse du TRS et des tâches opérationnelles. Définir un plan d'actions de productivité.
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya / École Centrale Lyon, 2009)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Restricted access - author's decisionL’objet de ce rapport est de présenter le déploiement d’outils de Lean Manufacturing au sein de la société Sterigenics. La société, basée à Anse (Lyon), offre des services de stérilisation aux industries pharmaceutiques. ... -
Analysis and design of reactor with temperature control and tank
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2021-07-07)
Master thesis
Restricted access - author's decisionThe purpose of this project is to analyse and design a production line consisting of a 1,000-liter capacity tank, a heating and cooling system, and an attached 3000-liter buffer tank to increase production. This design is ... -
Analysis of Critical Factors for Lean Thinking Implementation
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2022-05-03)
Tutored research work
Restricted access - author's decisionIn an increasingly competitive market, businesses must bet on the improvement of their manufacturing processes. Today's challenges for all businesses are to produce more with fewer resources, faster and more efficiently. ... -
Analysis, standardization and improvement of a raw material forecast process in an automotive glazing company
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2015-04)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Restricted access - author's decision
Covenantee: Saint-Gobain SekuritThis project analyzes the current practices of a specific raw material forecasting around the seven manufacturing EU plants of a French leading company in automotive glazing. The lack of uniformity, high expenses and ... -
Anàlisi i aplicació de millores del procés de producció d’una cadena de restauració
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2015-04)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Restricted access - author's decisionLa millora de processos ha adquirit una gran importància en la majoria d’empreses, en les quals, la detecció de problemes i la definició de solucions és una tasca dificultosa i que comporta la necessitat d’utilitzar eines ... -
Anàlisi i detecció de millores del procés productiu d’una empresa de segellat vidre-metall
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2015-06)
Bachelor thesis
Restricted access - author's decisionEl Treball final de grau, Anàlisi i detecció de millores del procés productiu d’una empresa de segellat vidre-metall, s’ha realitzat per a una empresa fabricant d’aparells de distribució i control elèctric, amb l’objectiu ... -
Anàlisi i optimització d'un procés de producció de detergents a nivell industrial
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2018-01-18)
Bachelor thesis
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Anàlisi i propostes de millora del procés d’aprovisionament en una empresa del sector químic en fase de creixement
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2015-03)
Master thesis (pre-Bologna period)
Restricted access - author's decisionAquest projecte de final de carrera s’ha realitzat a l’empresa Ferrer-Dalmau, empresa familiar que fins l’any 2010 va dedicar gran part de la seva trajectòria empresarial al sector tèxtil i a la fabricació de transmissions. Va ... -
Análisis de procesos e implementación de mejoras de automatización en empresa del sector restauración
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2024-10-01)
Master thesis
Open Access
Covenantee: 7PortesEste Trabajo Final de Máster tiene como objetivo analizar detalladamente el estado actual de distintos procesos operativos en el restaurante 7Portes, para luego optimizarlos implementando soluciones. La automatización es ... -
Análisis de viabilidad de la internalización de la fabricación de productos a base de frutos secos.
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, 2016-06-23)
Master thesis
Restricted access - confidentiality agreement
Covenantee: PepsiCo Iberia
