D-R Compressor Cell

P13458 RIT Senior Design TeamMay 3, 20139AM-11AM

Dresser- Rand, Painted Post

http://edge.rit.edu/edge/P13458/public/HomeSeparables Project Close-outLauren: introduce project and team1AgendaProblem Statement and GoalsAccomplishments & Recommendations: Transport SystemAccomplishments & Recommendations: Shop 6 LayoutReflections on the D-R/RIT PartnershipLauren2Problem StatementDesign a flexible material handling system that is easy to use and incorporates the safest design elements within cost and functionality constraints. This design fully supports the new process layout in Dresser-Rands strategic project to increase capacity for the MOS compressor projected sales.

3Air Pallet Design:3P Ergonomic IssuesDuring the 3P event it became apparent that the Fixed System would create a maze of obstacles when moving from station to stationDecisions were made to eliminate the fixtures at each station and modify the Free System for testing and shippingLayout will also be spaced out to provide more maneuvering room from station to station4Modified Free SystemConceptual design Method of manufacture and dimensions undeterminedRemovable fixture attaches to beam and acts like a jackstandOvercomes flaws that were revealed during the 3P eventStress analysis not completed results should be comparable to the free system results

5Modified Free System QualitiesProsNo more fixturesResolves ergonomic issues discovered during the 3P eventLowers move prep time no longer need to configure fixtures from station to stationBolt on legs removable for test and shippingConsRequires the floor to be leveled

6Recommendations MovementModify testing station to incorporate free-system designPossible lifting/attachment to test bedDetermine lifting/loading methodNeed 3-axis positioning without a craneModified Grey Portable Lifting system for vertical liftingBack truck under lifted compressorAir bearings under truck bedDriver positioning7Shop 6 Layout - Post 3P Event

Top LevelAssembly Level83P Event ResultsResultFactor Affected*Tested U-shape design Returnability, Flexibility, Pass-by/Pass-throughAdded new cylinder assembly flow lineSpace Utilization, Inventory AccessOperators and managers evaluated the layout and gave feedback on parts and people flow and access, and equipment requirementsInventory access, Ease of Movement by Operator, Movement TimeFound hidden problems and constraints, i.e. spacing between stations, jib crane requires oil pump station to be next to columnSpace Utilization, Maintenance Access*Factors not considered yet: Future Expansion9RecommendationsRe-evaluate test bay requirements for sizing and safety retractable blast wallsAdd in and test inventory flow and information flowUnderstand exact requirements and locations for energy/power/air sourcesFull dimensioning of layoutComputer simulation of process flowContinuous evaluation and improvement5S taping and marking to indicate specific areas, i.e. operator walking zone inside cell, in-process kanban, visitor aisle wayIdentify and allocate future expansion area

10Reflections on the D-R/RIT PartnershipOverall, very successful learning experienceDesign process Understanding fluctuating customer needsEfficiency of communicationRecommend a consulting contract be completed at the startRecommend creating a communications protocol to prevent delay in work as the team waits for feedback

Contract - More formal and requires more detail than the Project Readiness Proposal presented at the start of the project- specs, deliverables, expectations

11Thank you!Henry BastianBrent HobanBrian SpencerJoe WilligJohn Woedy+ all those who contributed to this project12