Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman

Broschiertes Buch

SMED - How to Do a Quick Changeover?

Beschreibung

Changeover-the process of switching a line or machine from producing one product to another-may seem routine, but it has a huge impact on efficiency, cost, and competitiveness. Every minute spent preparing machines, adjusting tools, or setting up for the next product is lost production time. During this period, equipment sits idle while labor costs continue, creating one of the most overlooked forms of waste in manufacturing. In industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods, where frequent product variation is the norm, changeover speed determines flexibility and profitability. A long, inefficient changeover means higher costs, reduced output, and delayed delivery. A fast, well-structured changeover, on the other hand, unlocks the ability to produce smaller batches, respond quickly to market demands, and reduce inventory. This book demystifies the changeover process and shows you how to:Understand the true cost of downtime and setup inefficiencies Apply SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Dies) techniques to drastically cut changeover times Identify which steps add value and which can be simplified, standardized, or eliminated Build a culture of continuous improvement where operators actively drive setup reduction Learn from real-world case studies in manufacturing environments Whether you're an operations manager, engineer, or lean practitioner, this practical guide will help you turn changeover from a costly burden into a strategic advantage.

Autor

Dr. Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman is an internationally recognized Lean expert, author, and university lecturer. He has published over 100 books and articles on Lean thinking, quality systems, and industrial excellence. He currently teaches Industrial Engineering and Management Systems at the American University in Cairo, an Executive Advisor and a member of the Advisory Committee of the IEOM International Society, and consults for global organizations across manufacturing, public services, and education. With nearly two decades of academic and professional experience, Dr. Soliman has trained professionals across the Middle East, including engagements with Princess Nourah University in Saudi Arabia and Vale Oman Pelletizing Company. He has designed and delivered over 60 leadership and technical development programs, helping organizations build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Earlier in his career, he worked in various industrial sectors including crystal-glass manufacturing, fertilizers, and chemicals, while educating teams on the Toyota Production System. He has led numerous lean transformation projects, delivering measurable results and uncovering substantial cost savings by targeting waste across production and service environments. His lectures and training materials have reached over 200,000 learners via SlideShare, and his research is ranked among the most downloaded papers on the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) by Elsevier. Dr. Soliman holds a BSc in Engineering, a master's in Quality Management, and postgraduate degrees in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. He also holds certifications in quality, cost, and operations management. He is a member of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the Society for Engineering and Management Systems (SEMS). His insights have been featured in SAGE Publications, Industrial Management, Lean Thinking, and other peer-reviewed platforms.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Personal-Lean.Org
• Seitenzahl: 64
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 80g
• ISBN-13: 9798224786343
• Artikelnr.: 70291183