Work Content Measurement and Process Improvement in a BOPP Film Manufacturing Plant Using PMTS Techniques

August 18, 2023

Work Content Measurement and Process Improvement in a BOPP Film Manufacturing Plant Using PMTS Techniques


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The client is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of specialized packaging and ultrahigh barrier solutions, excels in sustainable products for global markets. Renowned for BOPP films across diverse sectors, they champion sustainability for brands and converters. Through PMTS techniques, they optimize work content, manpower, and process improvements, with a focus on material flow and layout design. This case study showcases their commitment to innovation and eco-friendly solutions.

Key Points

  • Productivity improvement by 45%.
  • Manpower reduction by 31%.
  • Increased manpower utilization to 73%.

Client's Challenge

  • Reduction in manpower.
  • Dashboards for production planning as per demand.
  • Material flow and layout.
  • Low manpower utilization.

PMI's Approach

The study was organized in a 3-stage process:

  1. Data Collection - Video shooting of all activities on the line.
  2. Estimation & Data Analysis – MODAPTS estimation, work distribution, dashboard preparation, synchronous material flow design and layout modifications.
  3. Results and Conclusion – Dashboards for future planning, fatigue reduction, improved productivity, improved manpower utilization, identification of NVA work content.

Data Analysis:

Data Analysis

Synchronous Material Flow and Layout Modification

Existing Scenario:

Existing Scenario

Proposed Scenario:

Proposed Scenario

After Implementing Trolly

Results & Conclusion

After doing analysis and evaluation following results were obtained –

  1. Improved productivity by 45%.
  2. Manpower reduction by 31%.
  3. Manpower utilization rose from average of 49% to an average of 73%.
  4. Dashboards for future planning as per demand & as per working lines.

Dashboard for Future Planning

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