List FIVE requirements of the process layout. Give a brief description and list TWO advantages of the product layout. Draw a neat sketch of a sight-feed lubricator.

QUESTION 1

1.1 List FIVE requirements of the process layout.

1. Flexibility to handle a variety of products and production volumes.
2. General-purpose equipment that can perform diverse operations.
3. Skilled labor capable of operating different machines and performing various tasks.
4. Efficient material handling between different departments or work centers.
5. Clear routing and scheduling to manage the flow of different products through the various processes.

1.2 Give a brief description and list TWO advantages of the product layout.
A product layout, also known as a flow-line layout, arranges workstations or departments in a sequential order according to the steps required to produce a specific product or a family of similar products. This layout is typically used for mass production or continuous flow processes.

Two advantages of the product layout are:

1. High volume and efficiency: It is highly efficient for producing large volumes of standardized products, leading to lower unit costs.
2. Reduced material handling: The sequential arrangement minimizes the distance materials travel and reduces work-in-process inventory.

1.3 Draw a neat sketch of a sight-feed lubricator.
As an AI, I cannot draw images directly. However, I can describe the key components and function of a sight-feed lubricator.

A sight-feed lubricator is a device used to provide a controlled, visible flow of lubricant to a machine part. It typically consists of:

• A reservoir or oil cup to hold the lubricant.
• A needle valve or adjusting screw to control the flow rate of the oil.
• A sight glass (often a transparent tube or window) through which the drops of oil can be seen as they fall, allowing the operator to verify that lubrication is occurring and to adjust the flow.
• An inlet for oil to enter the sight glass from the reservoir.
• An outlet to deliver the oil to the lubrication point.
• A drain plug for maintenance.

The oil flows by gravity from the reservoir, through the needle valve, and then drips through the sight glass before being delivered to the bearing or machine component.