This paper focuses on the project developed by a team of students from the University of the Minho in an industrial context. In this context, the definition of a layout is a key factor in the reduction of waste and, consequently, in the increase of productivity. The main objective of this article is to define alternative layout proposals for the new manufacturing facilities of a textile company producing knitte...
This article was developed by a team of students of Industrial Engineering and Management at the University of Minho, using the PBL (Project Based Learning) methodology. The purpose of this article is to define alternative layout proposals for the weaving section of the new factory space of a textile company that produces knitted garments and home textiles. It should be noted that defining a layout is crucial f...