Lean, Simulation and Optimization: The Case of Steering Knuckle Arm Production Line

This paper studies the application of simulation software and integrates system simulation technology and lean theory. Based on the abstract entity of the knuckle arm line, the existing production line simulation model is established by Flexsim simulation software. We use the theory of production line balance to analyze production line through the process–'modeling simulation-improvement and optimization-modeling simulation'. Exerting lean theory, we explore the process which analyzes and solves problems through simulation software. This line is improved by ECRS principle. The results show that the improvement effect is significant. This paper provides method of reference and practical basis for doing the improvement and simulation optimization of production lines.