Which of the following is not a principle for reducing setup times?
A. converting external setup to internal setup
B. converting internal setup to external setup
C. separating internal setup from external setup
D. performing setup activities in parallel
Answer: Option (A) - Converting external setup to internal setup
Explanation: Setup time is defined as the time taken to prepare and set up a machine before it begins production. Manufacturers always seek to reduce the setup time such that the actual production activity can begin as early as possible and the least amount of resources are utilized in setting up the machine. The setup times are categorized as internal and external times that are internal and external to the organization. In order to reduce the setup time, all of the given principles can be followed except for alternative (A) i.e. converting external setup to internal setup. Converting external setup to internal setup would increase the setup time instead of reducing it, there by, adding to increased overheads for the manufacturer.
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