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Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED)

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Single Minute Exchange of Die (abbreviated SMED) is one of the many lean manufacturing techniques designed to speed up product switching processes and decrease wasteful manufacturing practices. SMED is essential in increasing productivity while reducing waste levels in manufacturing operations.Shige...Read more

 

How Poka-Yoke Reduces Human Error

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Human errors are at the root of most defects, and poka-yoke seeks to address them by eliminating their possibility or through preventative and warning mechanisms. This process may include removing possible errors (elimination) or making mistakes impossible through prevention and warning mechanisms.C...Read more