Industrial EngineeringCompleted
Nov 2024
Optimization of Production Line — Aruna Tea Factory
Group Project - Asiri Sandakelum, Saniru Abhesinha, Akash Kubalathara, Tharaindu Gamage
Simulation
Lean Manufacturing
Bottleneck Analysis
01 — Overview
Conducted a comprehensive production line optimization study at Aruna Tea Factory, using simulation-based analysis to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks.
02 — Problem Statement
Inefficiencies in the withering and packing stages were limiting throughput and increasing production cycle time.
03 — Objectives
- 01Map current production flow and identify bottlenecks
- 02Simulate production scenarios with proposed changes
- 03Propose scheduling optimizations and equipment modifications
- 04Quantify potential throughput improvements
04 — Key Outcomes
Identified withering (primary) and packing (secondary) as key bottleneck stages
Simulation-based scenario testing for multiple configuration options
Proposed scheduling changes reducing cycle time by estimated 18%
Equipment modification recommendations for packing section
05 — Tools & Technologies
Simulation SoftwareLean Manufacturing PrinciplesValue Stream Mapping