In this article, MEGA Tech talks about the importance and how to adapt Multitasking concept into today’s manufacturing industry. Also, focus on meeting all production processes by implementing Multitasking concept, in a systematically and efficiently manner.
Previously, all manufacturing processes were arranged in the sequence order. However, changes in technologies and market demands, has sped up the manufacturers to adapt the Multitasking concept to increase their manufacturing efficiency and meet customer demand in today’s ever-changing industry.
Multitasking in Manufacturing
The Multitasking concept in manufacturing involves executing the machines and resources in the same time, by using techniques of time-division and sequence the work order, to make minimum damages while make maximum output in a certain period times. This work concept relates to lean manufacturing technique, which concentrates on producing minimum waste, in order to increase efficiency and capability that result in lower operation cost while increase profits. The Multitasking concept in manufacturing can be categorized as followings;
Concurrent – The model where multiple tasks can be executed simultaneously that can reduce the production time significantly. For example, the raw material preparation while the products are running.
Parallel – The model where multiple processes can start at the same time and no need to wait until the previous process is complete. This method reduces the manufacturing time while increase efficiency.
Switching – The rapid change-over of different activities for maximum utilization of machines and other resources, that help reduce idle time.
Overlapping – The concept of starting a process before the earlier process is complete. So, there is an overlapping time that helps minimize idle time and speed up the production time.
Adapting Multitasking into Your Process
Adapting Multitasking into your manufacturing process is importance that help to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Adapting multi-tasking is about creating and executing a plan systematically and nicely that lead to the minimum waste and highest efficiency. The steps of adapting Multitasking concept into your manufacturing are as below;
Analyzing and planning – Analyze the work processes to identify which processes that can run at the same time and what resources are required for each process, such as machines, tools, labor, etc.
Set work sequence – Set the work sequence and position of work in each step of the process. Switching model of the Multitasking concept can help to get the highest efficiency of machine and resource utilization.
Workforce training – Provide training for the workforces to understand the Multitasking and the new way of working.
Technologies – Using technologies, automation such as automatic controllers (PLC) and software to manage the manufacturing process to increase efficiency in adapting the Multitasking concept.
Evaluation and Improvement – Evaluate the result of adapting the Multitasking concept by measuring its efficiency and level of success, including necessary improvement action for higher efficiency.
Make awareness – Make an awareness of the Multitasking concept to all employees of the organization for better understanding and co-operation.
Innovations for Manufacturing Changes
This article introduces DMU 50 3rd Generation and CMX 600 Vi, high quality machining centers from DMG Mori that supports a variety of cutting application and suit for the manufacturers who want to level up their manufacturing process with the Multitasking concept in order to increase the manufacturing efficiency and capability.
The DMU 50 3rd Generation, a universal CNC machining center, is designed for highest rigidity. It features huge table bearings and up to 110-degree swivel rotary table for 5-axis simultaneous cutting. Fast spindle speed of up to 20,000 rpm make it ideal for almost all machining applications, from prototypes to complex workpieces. The machine’s magazine allows tool setting while cutting. The design makes it easy to access the work area. Its small footprint requires a small installation area.
The CMX 600 Vi from CMX Vi Series, high-efficient vertical machining center which is crafted in Japan and produced in India and offers a variety of machining application. Designed and built according to the DMG Mori SLIMline standard. It has a sophisticated, lean and high-rigidity machine structure that results in a large working area for a compact machine. It offers FEM analysis for simulating various operating conditions and environmental changes. With its maximum Y-axis stroke of 560 mm. (22.0 inches), making this machine able to machine large-sized workpieces that no other machine in the same class can do.
We can conclude that adapting the Multitasking concept can increase the efficiency and flexibility by a good planning and managing, in order to get the most from Multitasking concept. Adapting the Multitasking concept can be challenging. However, making your manufacturing more flexibility and adaptable to market changes is so essential in a fast-changing world.
Article by: MEGA Tech & Sumipol Corporation Ltd.