Research On The Optimization Of The Material Pulling With KANBAN System Between Work Stations In Marelli Co., Ltd.

Kanban is an important means to realize the JIT, which can considerably improve the level of effectiveness of the production management. Today, the science and technology is developing rapidly in the world; domestic enterprises have to meet challenges of in novating the system, elevating the efficiency, and enhancing the competence in the market, especially after China entering the WTO. Improving the management level so as to sharpen the competitive edges is no time to delay for Chinese enterprises. On the basis of studying the Toyota Production Mode introduced into the company, absorbing the advanced theories, the thesis focuses on the research and application of Kanab methodology. Customized Kanban management system to Marelli automotive company is built, with systematically analyzing requirements of the manufacturing management, and considering the typical production characteristics of the multiplex and small-batch. First of all, the fundamental of the Kanban management system is first discussed in detailed. Then, key points of the Kanban management methodology, such as functions, operational rules of Kanban, are also analyzed. The state-of-art and difficulties from other application are also discussed; Second, The building and operating of the Kanban management to an enterprise is a complex and systematical project. A successful operation of the system depends on suitable hardware and software supporting environment, especially in the context of the immature domestic market circumstance. Essential supporting components of enabling the Kanban management are discussed in this article, including balanced production, quality insurance, a good cooperation condition, the whole stuff attending reform activities, respecting the personality, and inspiring the enthusiasm; The thirdly, Based on the fundamental concepts, a whole set of kabana to Marelli (Wuhu) automotive system company production system has been established and customized to meet thin-built characteristics. The set of Kanban is defined as the Kanban in the process, the Kanban for the signal, the Kanban for pulling in-between processes and the Kanban for.The outsourcing etc. The related design and implement methods have also been completed; At last, the application put into practice experience in Marelli (Wuhu) automotive system company are summarized.