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This thesis intends to identify, investigate and recommend solutions for waste-related problems
in the process flow of the dyeing process by utilizing value stream mapping (VSM). The study
was initiated by selecting two product families yarn and sewing thread. Time study is done for
all the sub-processes of both product families. Then the current value stream maps were formed
using the collected data. Then by investigation wastes and other losses were identified. The
analysis also shows that the loading and unloading processes for all the sections required a
quite long time. The waiting time for machines to be free and time for unnecessary movement
also takes much time. Lastly, some improvement proposals were suggested. The measures
proposed to reduce wastes include implementing an automated system for package loading and
unloading, trained the worker, implementing 5s, etc. The proposed process can help achieve a
faster process flow, an organized management system and can help to meet daily customer
demand by reducing process time. Value Stream Mapping shows which processes are timeconsuming and so steps can be taken to optimize those processing time. |
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