NCI Builds Up Use of Lean Manufacturing Tools
NCI Building Systems sees profitability return after emphasizing cost reduction programs across its business segments. NCI is a large integrated manufacturer of metal products for the nonresidential...
View ArticleNestle Lean Manufacturing Operations
Nestle is recognized with Processor of the Year for its operational excellence and shared values. The company has changed its manufacturing footprint and sees lean manufacturing as a foundation to...
View ArticleLean Clean Supply Footprint
McNeil-PPC integrates lean and clean to drive efficiency and sustainability. … … “teamed up with the Green Suppliers Network to explore opportunities for helping its suppliers improve product quality...
View ArticlePall Lean Manufacturing Execution
Eric Krasnoff, Pall Chairman and CEO, discusses the company’s improving finances and its performance with execution on lean manufacturing projects. … … “Pall‘s strong financial position continues to...
View ArticleLean manufacturing supports zero carbon footprint sustainability
Furniture manufacturing leaders see sustainability and operational efficiency integrated holistically with a target of lowest possible carbon footprint. … … “Lean manufacturing processes taught a long...
View ArticleGreen manufacturing reduces waste
Integration of lean and green reduces physical waste, energy consumption, and carbon footprint. … … “They are lean manufacturing systems that reduce waste defined as non-value-added activity, and...
View ArticleSix Sigma return on training
Six Sigma projects pay off for manufacturer with tangible financial savings and carbon footprint reductions. … … “The company was honored for its Green Belt/Six Sigma training, which has resulted in...
View ArticleSolo Cup manufacturing efficiency
results in plant closures and job losses as the production footprint shrinks to meet demand. … … “Chief Operating Officer George Chappelle said Solo spent about $150 million the past two years to...
View ArticleToyota manufacturing footprint
and quality situation are called into question. The factory footprint is not diverse enough to address currency trends, impacting profitability. … … “But those quality issues are only part of the...
View ArticleGE locomotive manufacturing targets Texas
GE expands its manufacturing footprint in the US with new locomotive production capacity slated for Texas. … … “Simonelli: The new site will increase our productivity and flexibility while...
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