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The Five P's:  Production

Production rates are based upon the part quantity, weight, and/or area per some time period, such as an hour, shift, day, etc.

The production rate is the second factor determining the equipment size by combining the process time required. In a conveyorized system, the production rate multiplied by the product centers will provide the conveyor speed (feet per minute).

• How many parts are produced per hour/day/week/year?
• How many hours are worked per day, week, year?
• What is the production rate in pounds per hour? Square feet per hour?
• Is the production rate uniform with respect to time or must it be done in
  batches to meet other manufacturing or shipping processes?
  

The Five P's:  Product, Production, Paint, Process, and Plant