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| Author: | Leong, G. K. Oliff, M. D. |
| Title: | A sequencing heuristic for dependent setups in a batch process industry |
| Journal: | Omega
1990 : VOL. 18:3, p. 283-297 |
| Index terms: | SCHEDULING MICROCOMPUTERS INDUSTRIES PROCESS ENGINEERING SEQUENTIAL ANALYSIS HEURISTIC METHODS BATCH PRODUCTION |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | Microcomputer-based scheduling systems are dramatically enhancing the ability of manufacturing firms to respond rapidly to changing customer demands. The development and application of a heuristic used for scheduling jobs on parallel processors within the batch process industries are presented. A sequencing heuristic implementable on a microcomputer provides the planning tool necessary to systematically sequence multiple item products in a cost effective manner, of particular concern in the batch process industries where machine utilization is of immediate concern. The heuristic is designed and developed in direct cooperation with a fiberglass manufacturer. |
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