Micrus Endovascular Lean Manufacturing Implementation

Micrus Endovascular Corporation leaders discuss the company's performance and the manufacturing efficiency expected as production volume ramps up. ...

... "The expansion of our Florida facility, though initially raising our costs to allow for the implementation of lean manufacturing processes and a rollout of design efficiencies, which should improve our margins as we ramp up production. " ...

Via Seeking Alpha: F2Q09 (Qtr End 09/30/08) Earnings Call Transcript -

Lean SixSigma Workload Capacity Expansion

Military arsenal changes command. Outgoing commander is recognized for his efficiency programs, based on lean Six Sigma methods. ...

... "During Kevin's command, the Watervliet Arsenal made great strides with its Lean Six Sigma program, he said. The program played a major role in keeping production on schedule despite an increased workload and challenging product mission. " ...

Via Troy Record: Change

Engineering Education with Lean Manufacturing Minor

University of Mississippi offers lean manufacturing education in its engineering curriculum. ...

... "The School of Business Administration and the School of Accountancy will offer a minor in engineering, with emphasis on lean manufacturing and production, a cost-and-time saving process designed to enhance profitability and production efficiency. " ...

Via Daily Journal: University of Mississippi

Florida Lean Manufacturing Imperative

Manufacturing training offers opportunity for workers to challenge themselves. Workers that can think and embrace a quality mindset are positioned for success. ...

... "When Lumedyne implemented the Lean Manufacturing process, its production increased from five units per week to 15 units in three days, Rhoden said. " ...

Via St Petersburg Times: Manufacturing Training

Army Modernization Lean Techniques For Helicopter Manufacturing

Army Chinook modernization program uses lean manufacturing to eliminate waste and lower costs. ...

... "Throughout this process, the implementation of lean manufacturing processes on the factory floor and use of employee involvement teams have reduced manufacturing costs and improved production efficiency. " ...

Via Defense Industry Daily: US Army Chinooks Manufacturing ...