Consultancy & Collaborative Partners

Current & Previous Consultancy
Collaborative Partners

Site Logistics Modelling - Factory Modelling - Flexible Labour Modelling for Process Flow Lines - Publications

Provide a summary of the results and conclusions of recent work in the technological/scientific area which is covered by the research proposal. Include reference to both EPSRC funded work and non-EPSRC funded work. Details of relevant past collaborative work with industry and/or with other beneficiaries should be given.
Indicate where the applicant's previous work has contributed to the UK's competitiveness or to improving the quality of life.
Outline the specific expertise available for the research at the host organisation and that of any associated organisations and beneficiaries.
Provide a CV for each named Visiting Researcher, and include details of previous visits or collaborations with overseas scientists/engineers.

Current & Previous Consultancy

Site Logistics Modelling

Here a simulation model was developed for LDV of their vehicle movements around their Birmingham based assembly plant which enabled the control of flow of different types of vehicles. Priority rules were developed at the different crossing points to give priority to certain types of vechiles within LDV and from about 50 different suppliers. At the same, the model measures the waiting time of every type of vehicles at the entrance points and at the crossing ones. The model simulate the different interval times from about 3 endurances points of more than 50 suppliers according to their types, routings and at the same time measure the completed items of each type of vehicles and at the exits points (3 exist points).

Flexible Labour Modelling for Process Flow Lines

Here a spreadsheet based solution was developed for Caterpillar BCP to enable them to imporve the utilisation of the operators. The spreadsheet was integrated automatically with CAT MRP system, optimising the slots of operations and moves the operators when and where they are needed. The project was one of Black Belt project and has achieved an estimated saving of Ł1 Million.

Factory Simulation Modelling

Here a simulation model of a production facility was developed for Rolls-Royce to provide a process improvement training tool. The model was designed for a Lean Practitioner Training where participants are divided into groups. Each group has a dedicated task to look at a certain improvement area. The model was developed with real data from Ansty Site in Coventry. Different group will highlight the problems that are in the model which represent the real ones, apply different Lean tool and technique that improve the flow of material within the process, flex manpower, shorten the lead time, redesign the layout and increase throughput.