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Feb 24, 2006 · Grace Barton

Techniques for the Evaluation, Reduction, and Elimination of Excess Material Flow within Industrial Facilities

The flow of material represents 2, and practically even 3, of the 7 wastes as defined by LEAN practitioners. As such, the methods for evaluating, reducing, and eliminating excess material handling are fundamental to any LEAN improvement initiative. The 7 wastes defined by LEAN practitioners include the following: Material handling involves the Movement (relocation) of … Continued