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News Release from: Mydata Automation
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Lean course teaches automotive lessons
Mydata has extended its portfolio of training courses delivered under its MYSMT brand with the addition of a lean manufacturing programme.
Mydata has extended its portfolio of training courses delivered under its MYSMT brand with the addition of a lean manufacturing programme The 3-day course, which covers topics such as the seven wastes, just-in-time and pull production, will be led by ex-automotive industry expert Hans Gerrese
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 18 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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"The automotive industry prides itself on having well set-up and efficient production processes that adhere to the principles of lean production", says Gerrese.
"My mission is to implement the manufacturing philosophies of the automotive industry into small and medium sized subcontractors and OEMs".
"I have signed up with MYSMT United Kingdom and Benelux in order to focus more on the electronics assembly industry".
Paul Rooimans, Managing Director of Mydata Benelux, UK and Ireland, commented: "In today's low margin manufacturing environment, manufacturing processes have to be as efficient as possible".
"By implementing simple measures such as locating machines effectively and balancing product supply and demand, it is possible to reduce the quantity of work-in-progress while simultaneously increasing production output".
"By introducing this course Mydata is demonstrating its commitment to assist its customers make the most effective use of their resources".
MYSMT's lean manufacturing training will complement the organisation's portfolio of existing electronics manufacturing courses, which are delivered through both one-to-one training and via its interactive website.
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