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Standardization in Design<\/span><\/h1>\n

When considering the principles of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) and 5S methods, which enable collaboration between design and production departments, the principle of standardization of parts used in assembly comes to the forefront. Standardization of parts is a necessary condition for modular design, which ensures the compatibility of independent parts with each other in systems focused on production ease and assembly efficiency. Therefore, employees in design departments of companies should concentrate on the use of standard parts and standardization processes by harmonizing the design prepared to meet their objectives with customer requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

About 70% of manufacturing costs are determined during the design stage. When the correct steps are taken during product design, waste can be minimized, making the process more efficient. The use of standard parts during the design stage contributes positively to this process. Although there is no one-size-fits-all approach to standardization levels for companies, each company should determine and implement the level of standardization that suits them. The more standardization is applied to the system, the more beneficial it becomes, leading to cost reduction and increased efficiency. Standardization should not be limited to design alone; it should be extended to processes such as assembly lines, production methods, and product sourcing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The benefits of standardization in design can be listed as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n