One typical example is constant adjustment of production lineswhich delays production and reduces efficiency.
Case study: the MONDELEZ
MONDELEZ faced a similar problem. Operators had to regularly adjust and tension the conveyor belts, wasting valuable time.
At SEMA DesignING we have focused on optimizing these processes:
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we have streamlined the tensioning of conveyor belts,
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we have modified the guides to minimize the need for manual intervention.
Result
Thanks to these targeted adjustments, it was possible to achieve 75% time savings devoted to non-productive activities.
It has brought concrete benefits:
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🔹 Faster production ramp-up
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🔹 More efficient use of operators
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🔹 Lower costs for non-value added activities
Why it pays to tackle inefficient processes
At first glance, a few minutes for each adjustment may not seem essential. In the long run, however, these activities represent a major cost and reduce the productivity of the entire production.
Removing such "silent eaters" is often faster and cheaper than investing in new machines - and it delivers measurable results.
Conclusion
Optimisation does not have to mean revolution. Sometimes it's enough to focus on the seemingly small things that make operators' jobs harder every day.
👉 Do you want your people to spend more time on production and less time setting up lines? Contact us and we'll find a solution.