Browsing Mini-dissertations (Industrial and Systems Engineering) by Issue Date

Browsing Mini-dissertations (Industrial and Systems Engineering) by Issue Date

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  • Design of a system to track work progress for Raysonics 
    Gerber, R.J.; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-09-10)
    Raysonics is the leading non-destructive testing company in South Africa. Raysonics is contracted by Eskom to undertake non-destructive testing of maintenance work carried out at some of their power stations, mainly in ...
  • Analysis of the material demand creation process in a make-to-order environment with a global supply chain 
    Leonard, Corli; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-09-10)
    In this study a data analysis model was built on excel to determine which options and part numbers are responsible for the high airfreight cost each month. This model could be maintained and used after completion of the ...
  • Determining the suitability of frontline production KPI's in managing production section downtime and identifying critical areas of lost time at Greenside Colliery 
    Khumalo, Sandile Mzi; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-09-16)
    Over recent years Anglo Coal Underground CM mines have consistently been able to increase production output by improving their production process efficiency. However, in the very same time, the utilization of available ...
  • Development and analysis of a facilities layout to accomodate new machinery purchased to reduce reliance on outsourcing for K&M signs 
    Rogers, Heath; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-09-16)
    This project explains in detailed the measures that have to be taken to resolve the problem of excessive outsourcing. Documentation includes: review of related literature identification of tools, methods and techniques ...
  • Design of a business plan for Light Electrical 
    Freimond, S.; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-09-16)
    In the midst of the worst energy crisis of modern times in South Africa, the need for suitable backup and replacement power is at an all time high. These documents describe a business plan for Light Electrical, which ...
  • Analysis of the AVIS Car Rental South Africa call centre 
    Wagenaar, Inge; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-12-07)
    The current performance of the Avis Call Centre is measured and the key business operations are analysed. Several possible problem areas are discovered. A complete literature study reveals possible approaches to alleviate ...
  • Supply chain analysis at Hall Longmore 
    Van der Merwe, Johannes Hendrik; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-12-07)
    This project used the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model, financial ratio analysis, Six Sigma and Lean to analyze Hall Longmore’s supply chain performance and activities. The company’s financial and supply chain ...
  • Designing a simulation and forecast model for PruHealth's call centre 
    Van der Wat, Albert Wilhelm Kieser; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-12-07)
    PruHealth was launched in 2004. It provides health care in the UK. PruHealth is struggling to forecast what future caller volumes will be and the effect on the call centre. The project consists of building forecasting ...
  • Business optimization of the Ya Rena Precast Plant 
    Wood, Barry Glen; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-12-07)
    This report documents the work that was conducted for the Business Optimisation of the Ya Rena Precast Plant. The project focuses on four different areas where improvement could be made namely the storing of production ...
  • Determining optimum city size based on cost effective and efficient public service delivery 
    Van Heerden, Jaco; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-12-07)
    This project deals with the problem that cities and/or towns in South Africa are expanding very rapidly and public services can’t keep up with this growth. The relationship between the costs and serviceable area of a ...
  • Charting and analysis of turbine maintenance procedures for increased safety in a nuclear power plant 
    Wheeler, Annelie; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2009-12-07)
    This project focuses on the development and analysis of the maintenance procedures for the gas power turbine in a PBMR nuclear power plant through the use of radiation-adjusted process flow diagrams. Potential hazards are ...
  • Developing a model for innovation and process improvement in the service industry 
    Badenhorst, Dorien; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-25)
    This project focuses on innovation and process improvement within the service industry.The problem addressed in this project is the fact that process improvement methodologies for manufacturing purposes are commonly found, ...
  • A metaheuristic approach to delivering stock to customers 
    Moshapane, Tebogo; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-25)
    The project handles the improvement strategies of the current distribution of products to customers and it is carried out at a branch situated in Alrode in the outskirts of Johannesburg.Tabu Search TS algorithm is used to ...
  • Rebuilding an economy : modeling Zimbabwe’s mining sector with scenario planning 
    Southey, Jessica; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-28)
    Zimbabwe is a country known for political and economic instability, yet it has great potential for economic growth and development, particularly in the mining sector. A new strategy for effectively managing the uncertainty ...
  • Development of a tool supporting after-sales inbound logistics 
    Marais, Berdine; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-28)
    Nissans current procurement cost of their after sales parts is not at its lowest. Possible savings can be made by consolidating shipments and buying products at a higher unit cost but making use of cheaper transportation. ...
  • An optimized production plan that can be implemented and used within a SME in the water filtration manufacturing Industry 
    Simonis, Jean-Francois; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-28)
    The project report creates a production schedule for a SME manufacturing company in the water purification industry. Even though it involves a specific company it could be adapted to suit any water filtration manufacturer ...
  • Analysis and recommendations for a technology system used for procurement and inventory management at Eskom 
    Mathobela, T.P.; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-28)
    Eskom is South Africa’s national electricity utility company and it generates, transmits and distributes about 40 000 megawatts of electricity nation wide. For this to be possible Eskom has to buy material such as ...
  • Layout planning of assembly areas for optical systems 
    Van Biljon, Marli; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-28)
    The Eagle Eye Locating System is an innovative product, with significant international sales potential. For the manufacturer, Carl Zeiss Optronics Ltd (Pty), it is essential that the product should be of high quality and ...
  • Facilities design and process modeling for ECO Technology 
    De la Pierre, J.; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-01-28)
    Competing in the computer hardware industry can be a challenge under the best of circumstances, seeing how today’s futuristic technology, will be tomorrows junk. Competing in the industry forces companies to ensure that ...
  • Cycle time improvement within the pipe manufacturing process at Rocla (Pty) Ltd 
    Steyn, Lana; University of Pretoria. Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering (2010-02-01)
    Rocla (Pty) Ltd is a manufacturer of precast concrete products situated in Roodepoort, Johannesburg. This document highlights the current problems associated with the manufacturing of pipes resulting in excessive cycle ...