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Worker-Machine Relationship
IE324 Methods Engineering
Worker-Machine System
Machine
Worker
𝒍+𝒎
𝑵=
𝒍
Where: N = number of machines can be serviced by one operator
l = loading/ unloading time per machine
m = machine cycle time (automatic run time)
Synchronous Servicing
Operator Machine #1 Machine #2 Machine #3
Load #1 Load #1
Load #2 Load #2
Load #3 Load #3
𝑇𝐸𝐶𝑛2 = 𝑙 + 𝑤 𝐾1 + 𝑁2 𝐾2