Abstract

This study is focused on the cost justification of the different levels of packaging line automation: manual, semi-automatic, and fully automatic of canned chunk pineapple in syrup which is packed in #10 cans. The packaging line criteria and the line designs are established. The suitable machines and the labor input for each step of the packaging line are indicated. In addition, the total machine cost and the total labor input for each level of packaging line automation are shown and compared. As a result, in Thailand, the manual packaging line shows the lowest production cost However, in the US, the fully automatic line results in the lowest production cost The result of the study will aid a manufacturer in making a decision on the appropriate level of packaging line automation, the location of the plant, and the machine selection.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Canned pineapple--Packaging; Canned fruit industry--Costs

Publication Date

1998

Document Type

Thesis

Department, Program, or Center

Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology (CAST)

Advisor

Yambrach, Fritz

Advisor/Committee Member

Chapman, A. Ray

Advisor/Committee Member

Olsson, David

Comments

Note: imported from RIT’s Digital Media Library running on DSpace to RIT Scholar Works. Physical copy available through RIT's The Wallace Library at: TP441.P54 V57 1998

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

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