As published by The Chartered Engineer in “Lean Manufacturing Integration with Jigs and Fixtures,” workholding devices can support waste reduction, standardized production, single-piece flow, and continuous improvement when lean principles are considered during design.
Standardized components, fewer operations, mistake-proofing features, organized storage, and shorter setup or lead times can help create more efficient production. Designers should also evaluate whether a fixture improves takt time, prevents misalignment, or creates a new constraint elsewhere in the workflow.
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