Research On The Plant Layout For Ningbo YFJC

With the rapid development of China auto industry, China auto part companies got quick development in the past few years. But due to the slowdown of global economy, the competition in auto industry tends to become white-hot. Ningbo YFJC is facing great challenges, such as global sourcing, more transparency in costing and lower margin, etc. Only by continuous innovation and costing down to improve efficiency, can Ningbo YFJC be in an invincible position in auto industry. The plant layout is a very critical problem in the development of modern enterprise, which, to a great extent, determines the output, quality, productivity and economic benefits of the company. Whether the plant layout is good or bad, it will directly affect the company's operating costs and efficiency.By using classical facility planning method (Systematic Layout Planning), we made investigations and analysis on Ningbo YFJC plant layout in this article. By investigating the product category, process type, cycle time study, equipment requirement, space demand, the relationship between operating units and its location map, and etc., we worked out the plant layout proposals which meets the product and process principles. And then, by weighted factor comparison method, we chose the best from the two proposals.With this article, Ningbo YFJC could not only solve its operating cost and efficiency problems, but also, as the leading in auto industry, provide references to the companies in this or similar industries. And thus, make contribution in promoting the healthy development of Auto industry.