Entwicklung eines Referenzprozesses zur getakteten, innerbetrieblichen Anlieferung in einem dynamischen Arbeitsumfeld. Praktische Implementierung in Kooperation mit der Maschinenfabrik Liezen und Gießerei Ges.m.b.H

Translated title of the contribution: Development of a Reference Process for Synchronized Internal Delivery in a Dynamic Work Environment. Practical Implementation in Cooperation with Maschinenfabrik Liezen und Gießerei Ges.m.b.H
  • Paul Uschan

Research output: ThesisMaster's Thesis

Abstract

The increasing dynamism in industrial manufacturing requires intralogistics concepts that are both efficient and flexible. Against this backdrop, the present master's thesis focuses on developing a standardized and scalable reference process for synchronized internal material delivery within a multi-project capable production environment. The practical implementation is carried out in cooperation with Maschinenfabrik Liezen und Gießerei GmbH, a company currently undergoing a strategic transformation from workshop-based individual manufacturing to a takt-based multi-project line. As part of a detailed analysis of the current state, the existing processes for material provisioning were examined. Key weaknesses were identified, including the manual release of picking steps, lack of takt-based synchronization, unclear delivery processes, media discontinuities in communication, and a generally low level of digitalization. These findings were validated and expanded upon through expert interviews with employees from the relevant departments. Based on this analysis, a target concept was developed that envisions a continuous, visually supported, and digitally controlled supply system. A central element is a closed-loop Kanban system featuring color-coded step carts, digital feedback, and clearly defined delivery and collection points. The process structure was modeled using BPMN to ensure clear communication and facilitate later implementation. To validate the developed reference process, a discrete-event simulation was implemented using the Python library SimPy. Various test scenarios demonstrated that the new process ensures a stable, takt-compliant, and scalable material supply. Additionally, a project-specific ABC classification was conducted to derive strategic inventory approaches that balance supply reliability and capital efficiency. This thesis thus provides a scientifically grounded contribution to the design of intralogistics processes in dynamic manufacturing environments and offers MFL a practically applicable concept for operational implementation. The combination of theoretical foundation, practical analysis, simulation-based validation, and actionable recommendations makes the developed reference process a transferable model for comparable production scenarios.
Translated title of the contributionDevelopment of a Reference Process for Synchronized Internal Delivery in a Dynamic Work Environment. Practical Implementation in Cooperation with Maschinenfabrik Liezen und Gießerei Ges.m.b.H
Original languageGerman
QualificationDipl.-Ing.
Awarding Institution
  • Montanuniversität
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Zsifkovits, Helmut, Supervisor (internal)
Award date19 Dec 2025
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2025

Bibliographical note

embargoed until 01-09-2030

Keywords

  • Intralogistics
  • Process Standardization
  • Kanban
  • ABC Analysis
  • Simulation
  • Material Supply
  • Replenishment Control
  • Reference Process
  • Multi-Project Line

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