Like all good companies who are committed to continuous improvement, you can positively impact your business by implementing fundamental Lean Manufacturing concepts immediately with minimal outside ...

On a roll for over 50 years now, Toyota Motor Corp. is the logical first place to look for a glimpse into the future of lean manufacturing. There a new generation is gearing up to spread the tried-and ...

Lean manufacturing is an inventory-management and manufacturing strategy that companies implement to reduce costs, increase productivity and gain a competitive advantage. The techniques lean ...

There are a number of articles and books written on lean manufacturing techniques and lean construction, including many in the pages of Snips about applying lean in sheet metal shops. This article ...

Some of the leanest, most efficient operating rooms and emergency rooms in North Carolina hospitals have the automotive industry to thank for their smoother running operations. Lewis says the ...

Pharma and advanced therapy manufacturing will only grow more complex in science, regulation, and global scale. But the ...

The new Lean Etch, from Intevac Inc., was introduced last week during SEMICON West 2007. The new tool applies lean techniques to help address the limitation of cluster tools, said Intevac. "Cluster ...

Many mechanical contractors are moving more work to the shop because it makes sense. It is safer, delivers better quality, and is an answer to address the shortage of skilled field craftsman. As cited ...

Lean and agile manufacturing refer to modern advances in production technology and manufacturing methodology that have led to reduced costs, quicker response time and improved customer service in ...