OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT LL PACKAGE
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Author: KRAJEWSKI
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Chapter 5, Problem 17P
Refer back to Problem 16. Suppose that in addition to the usual precedence constraints, there are two zoning constraints within the trim line. First, work elements K and L should be assigned to the same station; both use a common component, and assigning them to the same station conserves storage space. Second, work elements H and J cannot be performed at the same station.
- Using trial and error, balance the line as best you can.
- What is the efficiency of your solution?
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