Describe pull type of JIT system with an example. 

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Answer :

1] Pull Type Manufacturing System:

1. Just in Time (JIT) is a pull system which is also known as Make to Order

Production.

2. Pull System means that parts are produced to order and the production is matched with demand for the final assembly of products.

3. In Make to order production system, there is a direct interaction with customers during all the stages but it is expensive during engineering phase.


Characteristics of Pull (Make to Order) Manufacturing System:

1. Direct interaction with customers

2. Production schedule changes with changes in customer order

3. Capacity utilization is lower

4. Capacity requirements planning are critical

5. Shop floor control is critical

6. Distribution is less complicated

Examples: Custom Tailored Clothing, Special Purpose Machinery and product made to customer specifications


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