3.1 Data collection
The time study is conducted on the entire autoclave curing operation to obtain real time data in order to first validate
the actual overall equipment efficiency. There are three types of the time study performed:
(a) Equipment/Machine Time Study Real time data were obtained from the Autoclave machine’s real time monitoring system database. The data
are extracted from the system and recorded into the time study sheets.
(b) Labour Time Study using direct stopwatch
A digital stopwatch is used to obtain the time required for the operator to perform each and every job
elements. The time taken is recorded in the time study sheets.
(c) Labour Time Study using predetermine motion time study
Maynard Operation Sequencing Technique is employed to perform a time study on the operator’s job. A
customized template is used to develop the man machine optimization ratio (MMO).