Assembly Line Balancing

Assembly line balancing is the process of arranging tasks or work steps across different stations in a manufacturing line to ensure efficiency. The goal is to assign tasks so that each station has roughly equal workload, minimizing idle time and bottlenecks, while meeting production targets. This involves analyzing task times and dependencies, then distributing them to optimize flow and reduce costs. Effective balancing allows for smooth, consistent production, saving time and resources while maintaining quality.