The mixed-model sequencing problem is to sequence different product models launched downan assembly line, so that work overload at the stations induced by direct succession of multiplelabor-intensive models is avoided. As a concept of clearing overload situations, especiallyapplied by Western...

Assembly line balancing problems (ALBP) arise whenever an assembly line is configured,redesigned or adjusted. An ALBP consists of distributing the total workload for manufacturingany unit of the products to be assembled among the work stations along the line subjectto a strict or average cycle...

In many industries mixed-model assembly systems are increasingly suppliedout of third-party consignment stock. This novel trend gives rise to a newshort-term sequencing problem which decides on the succession of modelslaunched down the line and aims at minimizing the cost of in-process...

Production processes in a wide range of industries rely on modern mixed-model assemblysystems, which allow an efficient manufacture of various models of a commonbase product on the same assembly line. In order to facilitate a just-in-time supply ofmaterials, the literature proposes various...

A mixed-model assembly line enables the joint production of different models of acommon base product in intermixed model sequence (lot size one). Previous approachesfor the short-term planning task of model sequencing either aim at minimizingwork overload (mixed-model sequencing and car...

Manufacturers in a wide range of industries nowadays face the challenge of providing arich product variety at very low cost. This typically requires the implementation of costefficient, flexible production systems. Often, so called mixed-model assembly lines areemployed, where setup operations...