Flexible

Manufacturing
Systems
What is Flexible Manufacturing Systems

 A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) is a manufacturing process that can easily

adjust to changes in the type and quantity of the product being produced.
Machines and computerized systems can be set up to make a wide range of parts
and manage varying output levels
FMS consist on

 A modular manufacturing system may consist of a network of interconnected

processing workstations with computer terminals that handle the entire product
production process, from loading and unloading to machining and assembly,
storage, quality checking, and data processing.
 An integrated system of Computerized Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine
tools and an automated Material Handling System (MHS) operating under the
control of a computer are used in a modular manufacturing system (s).
FMS and changes
 A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) is built from the ground up to be adaptable to changes in
the type and quantity of products manufactured, the manufacturing process is fully automated,
lowering overall labor costs and an FMS system, on the other hand, is more costly to build and
install, and it needs professional technicians to maintain.
Types of FMS

 Machine Flexibility:
 Production Flexibility
 Mix Flexibility
 Product Flexibility
 Routing Flexibility
 Volume Flexibility
 Expansion Flexibility
Basic Components of FMS

 Workstations
 Automated Material Handling and Storage system
 Inspection equipment
Conclusion

 The FMS is an efficient and effective tool in terms of their merits and applications
in the current business scenario and competitive environment among various
manufacturing enterprises in order to achieve higher productivity and high quality
product at low cost as per market demand. The FMS also puts an obstacle in the
way of futuristic views of innovation for newer manufacturing technology