This paper analyses the effects of various maintenance policies and part arrival patterns on the performance of a flexible manufacturing cell (FMC). A simulation analysis coupled with design of experiments is utilised in the study. In particular, the design of experiments includes maintenance...

This paper describes the development of a mathematical model to determine the optimized energy losses for a set of boilers (with a wide operating margin) supplying a common load. The model can be applied to steam systems that have a group of liquid- or gas-fired shell boilers available for use....

In the case of big energy boilers energy efficiency is usually determined with the application of the indirect method. Flue gas losses and unburnt combustible losses have a significant influence on the boiler's efficiency. To estimate these losses the knowledge of the operating parameters...

The paper analyses the role of exchange rate in determining the export behaviour of Textiles and Clothing (T&C) sector. The study found an inverse relationship between the rises in exchange rate and exports. This suggests that the devaluation of Indian rupee has not helped to boost the exports...

Focuses on four labelling programmes, Rugmark, Kaleen, STEP, and Care & Fair.