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time study [′tīm ‚stəd·ē] (industrial engineering) A work measurement technique, generally using a stopwatch or other timing device, to record the actual elapsed time for performance of a task, adjusted for any observed variance from normal effort or pace, unavoidable or machine delays, rest periods, and personal needs. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Breslin and Harris (1958) conducted a time study, which was updated as activities and location changed for each job title. In other words, if it is possible to produce parts much more quickly--in one time study on an aluminum steering knuckle, the job required 143 seconds with machining centers and could be done in 45 seconds with three LTC six-spindle machines integrated with a rotary part transfer device--then the investment may be well spent, Benz adds, "Our machines are used where labor costs are high. More specifically, time study on existing projects can be done to capture data for future estimating. |
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