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Differentiate between Line or Product Layout and Process or Functional Layout.
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| S.No. | Line or Product Layout | Process or Functional Layout |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Inline or product layout, similar machines are arranged according to the sequence of operations required for manufacturing the product. | In process or functional layout, similar machines are arranged in one location for manufacturing the product. |
| 2. | It leads to transfer lines. | It leads to group technology. |
| 3. | It is meant for mass production and extremely less job variety | It is meant for moderate production and more job variety |
| 4. | Workflow is smooth in this layout | Workflow is not smooth in this layout |
| 5. | Job movement is very less. | Job movement is comparatively more. |
| 6. | Full automation in material handling is possible in this layout. | Automation in material handling is not effective in this layout. |
| 7. | Machine utilization is poor in this layout. | Machinery utilization is better in this layout. |
| 8. | Space required for the same amount of production is less. | Space required for the same amount of production is comparatively more. |
| 9. | It is used in mass production or assembly work. | It is used in job order production or maintenance work of a non-repetitive type. |
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