Abstract:In some flow shop environments, set-up times between product variants have an important role and are considered more significant than processing times. Therefore, optimal sequence of various product variants is based on improving machine utilisation. A flow shop environment which addresses the set-up criterion where bypassing is not permitted is considered in this paper. A mathematical model is developed and solved using GAMS optimisation software. The non-linear model is then linearised to find exact solution… Show more
“…Raduly-Baka et al (2017) proposed two heuristics based on job grouping to optimize the problem with the idea of constructing the minimum number of component reel modules. Navaei and ElMaraghy (2017) developed a new grouping and sequencing policy for finding the optimal sequence of various product variants to improve machine utilisation. Tóth et al (2018) presented a two-step optimisation method for the machine reconfiguration and workload balancing in the case of multiple PCB batches of different sizes and PCB types.…”
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“…Raduly-Baka et al (2017) proposed two heuristics based on job grouping to optimize the problem with the idea of constructing the minimum number of component reel modules. Navaei and ElMaraghy (2017) developed a new grouping and sequencing policy for finding the optimal sequence of various product variants to improve machine utilisation. Tóth et al (2018) presented a two-step optimisation method for the machine reconfiguration and workload balancing in the case of multiple PCB batches of different sizes and PCB types.…”
This is a PDF file of an article that has undergone enhancements after acceptance, such as the addition of a cover page and metadata, and formatting for readability, but it is not yet the definitive version of record. This version will undergo additional copyediting, typesetting and review before it is published in its final form, but we are providing this version to give early visibility of the article. Please note that, during the production process, errors may be discovered which could affect the content, and all legal disclaimers that apply to the journal pertain.
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