Cycle Time Reduction through SMED and Systematic Layout Planning in a Peruvian SME Producing Aluminum Cookware
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International Journal of Recent Engineering Science (IJRES) |  |
| © 2025 by IJRES Journal | ||
| Volume-12 Issue-4 |
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| Year of Publication : 2025 | ||
| Authors : Sheyla Lesly Arbizu-Huaraca, Martha Silvana Cuno-Tipso, Wilson David Calderón-Gonzales |
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| DOI : 10.14445/23497157/IJRES-V12I4P103 |
How to Cite?
Sheyla Lesly Arbizu-Huaraca, Martha Silvana Cuno-Tipso, Wilson David Calderón-Gonzales, "Cycle Time Reduction through SMED and Systematic Layout Planning in a Peruvian SME Producing Aluminum Cookware," International Journal of Recent Engineering Science, vol. 12, no. 4, pp. 24-33, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23497157/IJRES-V12I4P103
Abstract
Small and medium-sized enterprises in the metalworking sector, particularly those manufacturing aluminum pots, often face inefficiencies due to prolonged setup times and suboptimal production layouts. Previous efforts using isolated Lean Manufacturing tools lacked integration and contextual adaptation. This research addressed the pressing need to reduce changeover and cycle times in a Peruvian SME operating under limited resources. A structured improvement model was developed, incorporating SMED, Systematic Layout Planning, and 5S across three sequential phases. The model was validated through simulation, revealing a 31.77% reduction in changeover time and a 14.81% decrease in cycle time. These results confirmed tangible improvements in operational efficiency, layout utilization, and workflow standardization. Academically, the study bridged gaps in Lean implementation in low-complexity, high-volume production. Socioeconomically, it offered a low-cost roadmap for similar SMEs aiming to enhance competitiveness. Future research should build upon this model by integrating digital tools and exploring cross-sector validation to further expand its impact.
Keywords
Cycle Time Reduction, SMED, Systematic Layout Planning, Aluminum Cookware Manufacturing, Lean Tools, Peruvian SME.
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