Gain 25% More Capacity Through Better Planning
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5 Keys to Effective Capacity Planning
1. Know Your True Capacity
Theoretical capacity (machine hours available) means nothing. Effective capacity accounts for changeovers, maintenance, quality issues, and actual performance. Track real utilization by machine and work center.
2. Forecast Load vs. Capacity
Look ahead 4-12 weeks. Sum up all scheduled work plus expected new orders. Compare to available capacity by resource. See overloads coming before they become crises.
3. Balance Workloads
Don't let one machine run at 110% while others sit at 40%. Shift work to underutilized resources when possible. Cross-train operators. Consider alternate routings for flexibility.
4. Make Smart Capacity Investments
Data shows which machines are true constraints vs. temporary spikes. Don't buy equipment based on gut feel. Invest where utilization consistently exceeds 85% and creates bottlenecks.
5. Plan Infinite vs. Finite
Infinite loading shows total demand without constraints. Finite loading respects capacity limits and schedules realistically. Use both: infinite for planning, finite for execution and quotes.
Capacity Planning Success Story
"Capacity planning showed our SMT line running at 95% while pick-and-place was at 45%. We rebalanced workload and added a second SMT shift. Gained 25% capacity without buying new equipment."
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