4.1 - Discussion on Truck and Loader Balancing
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What factors determine the balance number of trucks?
💡 Hint: Think about the operational times for the trucks and loaders.
What is the formula for unit production cost?
💡 Hint: Consider how we assess our spending versus our output.
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What is the balance number of trucks when the truck cycle time is 39.5 minutes and loader cycle time is 5.5 minutes?
💡 Hint: Use the formula: Truck Cycle Time / Loader Cycle Time.
True or False: Increasing the number of trucks beyond the balance number always increases productivity.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of the loader.
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A construction site has a loader working for 8 hours and estimates a truck cycle time of 45 minutes and a loader cycle time of 6 minutes. How many trucks should they ideally use?
💡 Hint: Remember, round for efficiency!
Discuss the cost implications of having 10 trucks when the balance number is 8. How might this affect overall productivity?
💡 Hint: Analyze the costs associated with inefficiency.
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