Wednesday, July 31, 2019

A Summary Factory Planning Guide

By Kevin Taylor


Efficiency during production depends on the design of the factory. Professional planning reduces resource wastage and enhances efficiency. There are universal principles that guide factory planning. Here is a summary guide on how factories are planned so that they can achieve efficiency and reduce resource wastage.

Factory designs are dictated by industry regulations. Each industry sets standards based on the risks that face such production units, the need for efficiency in operations and desire to reduce installation expenses, among other factors. The standards must be met for any production unit to be approved to run. Failure to adhere to these standards comes with penalties that can sometimes be punitive. There are conditions for amount of space to be used, lighting, optimal air circulation and materials to be used during construction, among other factors. There are manuals provided by regulators to guide designers and investors.

How much space do you have and are you permitted to use? The expenses of acquiring industrial space demand that the small space available is utilized maximally. Develop designs that help you to maximize the space available. Install units whose size is relative to the space available. Consider underground and aerial installations to maximize on space usage. Movement, lighting and aeration will affect your usage of space.

How much do you intend to spend on the project? There are designs that can prove too expensive that they consume all your capital. Others make it expensive to run operations because dependent units are situation far apart. Develop a design that helps you to spend the least amount during installation and when running operations around the firm.

Pick modern designs that enhance your production efficiency, allow you to use fewer resources and are safer. You require the services of an experienced designer to uses these designs. Benchmark with your peers in the industry to identify futuristic designs that would serve your purpose. These designs will provide a construction and efficiency advantage beyond improving on safety around the industry.

Plan your unit with safety in mind. Safety is usually determined by the dangers prevailing in the production environment. Regulators provide guidelines on safety that would be impossible to breach if your factory is to be licensed. Some of the safety issues to consider are escape routes, ease of movement, lighting and guarantee for proper aeration.

Consider the efficient use of resources and optimal running of your operations. Production units or departments that will be interacting often should be built close together. This saves your workers from unnecessary movements that would result in waste of time. You will also reduce piping and wastage of materials connecting different units.

Have a long term plan in mind whenever you are installing any unit. Factories start small and eventually grow into complexes. As time goes, some sections or units are demolished to pave way for expansion and improvement. Develop a long term plan that allows you to scale up or down based on need. This saves you money and protects your property from damage through demolition in the name of expanding the industry.

Hire professionals to be involved in planning. Only professionals can ensure that industry standards are met. Having long term plans and considering them in your designs saves you time and resources when you need to make future modifications.




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