Handbook of Lean Manufacturing in the Food Industry
Michael Dudbridge
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Description for Handbook of Lean Manufacturing in the Food Industry
Paperback. - the only book to present the principles of lean manufacturing as they can be applied to food manufacturing - explores strategies suitable for different sectors of the industry - eg short life and long life products - suitable as companion to training and education courses . Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KJMV5; TDCT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 174 x 12. Weight in Grams: 504.
The principles of lean manufacturing – increasing efficiency, reducing waste, lowering costs and improving control – may be applied to any industry. However, the food industry is unique, and creates unique demands. The political, social and economic importance of food is unrivalled by any other form of produce, as is the scrutiny to which the manufacture of food is subjected. For the food industry, lean manufacturing is not simply a cost-saving strategy, but is directly linked to issues of sustainability, the environment, ethics and public accountability.
The principles of lean manufacturing – increasing efficiency, reducing waste, lowering costs and improving control – may be applied to any industry. However, the food industry is unique, and creates unique demands. The political, social and economic importance of food is unrivalled by any other form of produce, as is the scrutiny to which the manufacture of food is subjected. For the food industry, lean manufacturing is not simply a cost-saving strategy, but is directly linked to issues of sustainability, the environment, ethics and public accountability.
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The book is directed at those who are working in food manufacturing or the wider food industry, particularly factory operations managers and training teams who are looking for resources to help with lean manufacturing implementations. Others in the supply chain, from producers to retailers, will also find it invaluable. The book is a clear and timely introduction for students and lecturers in food science and technology who want to access the reality of lean manufacturing as well as the theory.
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781405183673
SKU
V9781405183673
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About Michael Dudbridge
Michael Dudbridge is Principal Lecturer in Food Manufacture at the National Centre for Food Manufacturing, University of Lincoln, UK
Reviews for Handbook of Lean Manufacturing in the Food Industry
"This accessible handbook offers ideas for using lean principles in food manufacturing, focusing on operations management, new process development, and practical examples." (Booknews, 1 June 2011) "It is a readable, practical guide to the implementation of lean ideas in your factory." (Food Manufacture, 1 March 2011)