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South African manufacturing is in dire need of revitalised localisation. Statistics South Africa has recorded a steady ...

Ryan Tierney has radically transformed his company Seating Matters in Ireland into a world-class organization. We discussed at length two highly debated topics, as well as a lean breakthrough that is ...

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Lynn Thomson and I travel the globe looking for anything lean that can help friends, followers, readers and customers. We had the opportunity to meet a man who absolutely rocked our world. I’d like to ...

Abstract: Traditional lean manufacturing (LM) material waste and immaterial (time and effort) reduction targets may not be of significant value for complex manufacturing. A competitive advantage in ...

Editor’s Note: Content in this article comes from Automation Talk, a series produced with Salvagnini America. Some lean manufacturing principles fit precision sheet metal fabrication like a glove.

Lean manufacturing isn't just a trendy concept; it's a strategic framework designed to streamline processes, slash costs and boost productivity. By minimizing waste and focusing on value-added ...

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The generic definition of Lean Manufacturing is a production system that focuses on reducing waste, creating customer value and seeking continuous process improvement. It uses tools such as Kaizen, ...