The Vorne Learning Center is a virtual “toolbox” of information, resource guides, tips and techniques. We've designed this area of our web site to help those seeking information about manufacturing best practices and tools such as OEE, Lean Manufacturing and more. The materials we provide are based on primary research, practical experience and literally tens of thousands of conversations with our customers.
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KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) | Kaizen/Improvement Programs | Lean Manufacturing | Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) | Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) | Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) | Toyota Production System (TPS) | Visual Factory
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KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
Every company measures themselves to some degree. Often measurement and analysis occur based on historical information. Although there is value in historical analysis, KPIs are biased toward real time data and are used to support decisions that enhance manufacturing performance. This Learning Center topic discusses how to successfully leverage performance improvements based on KPIs.
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Kaizen/Improvement Programs
Kaizen events have become commonplace at companies that practice lean manufacturing. These events are only a portion of the complete kaizen process. This section explains how creating a corporate culture of continuous improvement will allow you to adapt to a changing marketplace and exceed customer expectations.
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Lean Manufacturing
More and more manufacturers are embracing lean manufacturing principles because they improve profitability, increase their competitive advantage and increase manufacturing productivity.
Whether you are new to Lean Manufacturing or a seasoned veteran, this learning resource area is for you. We provide a brief yet comprehensive definition and overview of Lean Manufacturing.
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Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
The OEE learning resource area was developed as a one-stop destination for those seeking to understand OEE and how it can be applied to improve plant productivity. It takes a common sense approach to presenting the theory and practice of OEE and is optimized for busy plant floor personnel.
Free downloadable tools include The Fast Guide to OEE – a 25 page distributable training guide and the Calculating OEE Worksheet. Don't forget to request your free OEE Pocket Guide, a handy, pocket-sized training and implementation tool designed for the fast-paced factory floor.
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Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED)
SMED is often used interchangeably with “quick changeover”. The need for SMED and quick changeover programs is more popular now than ever due to increased demand for product variability, reduced product life cycles and the need to significantly reduce inventories. This Learning Center topic provides some guidance for a successful SMED program and even provides some handy quick changeover tips.
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Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
TPM has emerged out of the need to integrate maintenance with manufacturing in order to improve productivity and asset availability. Traditionally maintenance has been viewed as a separate entity outside of the manufacturing process. This Learning Center section explains how TPM can improve productivity when integrated with production planning.
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Toyota Production System (TPS)
TPS is a system that was developed initially to account for the specific issues facing one company. The revolutionary ideas and concepts pioneered at Toyota have been used in many other organizations and industries throughout the world. This Learning Center section explains why value is the central focus of TPS.
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Visual Factory
Visual factory is a term used to describe how data and information is conveyed in a lean manufacturing environment. This section explains how using visual methods such as signs, charts and andons to convey information improves productivity.
