Process Productions

Process Productions

There are arranged as per the sequence of production
operations from the first operations to the finished product. It involves
continuous physical flow of material from one stage to another stage. The process
usually operates round the clock to maximise utilisation and to avoid expensive
shutdowns and start-ups.
Characteristics of process production
Process Production is characterised by:
1. Material handling is fully automated.
2. Process follows a predetermined sequence of operations.
3. It is used for bulk manufacturing.
4. Planning and scheduling is a routine action.