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1 - Identification of Factors Affecting Strategic Cooperation of Supply Chain in Tabriz Manufacturing Branch
Hooshang Taghizadeh Nahideh Heydarzadeh Morteza Honarmand AzimiBackground: Cooperation between companies in the supply chain industry is critical to achieving competitive advantage, which requires a systematic view of the supply chain. Purpose: In this research, the purpose of identifying the factors affecting the strategic supply MoreBackground: Cooperation between companies in the supply chain industry is critical to achieving competitive advantage, which requires a systematic view of the supply chain. Purpose: In this research, the purpose of identifying the factors affecting the strategic supply chain collaboration in Tabriz Manufacturing Branch is to identify and categorize the components by analytical approach. Methods: This research is an applied and analytical research. The statistical population of the research of automobile parts manufacturers was 150 units. Sample size according to Morgan table is 108 units. The research instrument was a questionnaire whose validity was verified through its content validity and its reliability through the Cronbach's alpha coefficient. For data analysis, the exploratory factor analysis method has been used with SPSS software. Results: The results of the sample fit test were based on the Bartlet index and the adequacy of the sample was 0.879, and the coefficient of aggregate extraction for all dimensions was more than 0.5 and the percentage of variance explained by the effective factors was 60.007%. The factors influencing strategic cooperation It is categorized into five components. Conclusion: The results show that strategic cooperation is classified into five factors: the level of cooperation, cooperation infrastructure, cooperation mechanisms, coordination in terms of tasks and gender coordination. Manuscript profile -
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2 - Idea-to-practice cloud manufacturing: A model to evaluate the effect of cloud generation on supply chain agility components ) Weighting of Agility Components with Fuzzy SWARA)
saber bagheriAn intelligent network agility model and technology, knowledge-based, new, service-oriented, highly economical, low-cost allowing for virtual capabilities and resources. In this research, it has been attempted to determine the effective components of cloud supply agilit MoreAn intelligent network agility model and technology, knowledge-based, new, service-oriented, highly economical, low-cost allowing for virtual capabilities and resources. In this research, it has been attempted to determine the effective components of cloud supply agility. Identify and evaluate the effectiveness of each enabler on the results. In this study, the relationship between supply chain agility (with regard to enablers and capabilities) and cloud generation has been investigated in order to quantify the potential impact of ICT strategies on supply chain agility. The method of implementation was descriptive modeling and we tried to finalize the conceptual model using field study through interview and questionnaire (in- and out-of-company experts) with experts and experts in order to provide unit output for agility as well as rate. Their relevance is based on the fuzzy Swaraj model (at ISACO) And refinement of our conceptual model of fuzzy Delphi approach (panel of experts) and using a mathematical model based) ANFIS five inputs and one output) has been trained.The results of this research are identifying the empowering components of the application of productive technologies as well as the effective components in the form of organizational agility (results). The results of this research can help organizations to make decisions about investment in emerging technologies. It can help systematize, intelligently select new technologies, as well as be effective, efficient and adapt to the level of agility needed. Manuscript profile -
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3 - Extended Value Added Intellectual Coefficient in Advanced and Low Technology Manufacturing Companies in Malaysia
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4 - Measuring and Forecasting of Total Factor Productivity in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Companies in Iran: an Approach Based Production Method
elham Gholami Farzaneh AlipourIntroduction: Nowadays, improving productivity as the most effective way to achieve growth is raised. Key to improving productivity lies in the measurement and analysis of productivity. Also, Analysis and productivity measurement is practical when productivity changes o MoreIntroduction: Nowadays, improving productivity as the most effective way to achieve growth is raised. Key to improving productivity lies in the measurement and analysis of productivity. Also, Analysis and productivity measurement is practical when productivity changes over time with the productivity indices is showed. Methodology: This study is a correlation- regression analysis. At first, production Elasticity coefficients of capital and labor was calculated through estimating a Cobb-Douglas production function using data of 10 pharmaceutical production companies active in the Tehran Stock Exchange during years 1389 to 1393 and panel data with fixed effects . Then, TFP index for these companies is estimated by taking into account the estimated coefficients in the Kendrick index. The index for the years 1394 to 1398 by applying the scenario of continuity of labor, capital and added value for any company is predicted. Results: TFP during the years 1389 to 1393 show that the two companies Alborz Darou and Luqman is located in the better status and Tehran Chemical Company is located in the lowest position. Forecasting for TFP during the next five years also shows the two Luqman and Alborz Darou and Rayhan are in good condition, but Tehran Chemical Company continues to be exposed to unsuitable conditions. Conclusion: The findings suggest that Tehran Chemical Company to improve its total factor productivity should seriously pursue productivity cycle management. Manuscript profile -
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5 - Environmental Management Accounting with Integrated Approach for Fuzzy Design in Green Manufacturing by Using Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process
Zahra Pourzamoni Saeed Mashayekhi FardSince 1990, support of environment and green manufacturing was considered as an important item in business. Nowadays, governments and people have concluded that they have to support the process of green production and consumption. The aim of this process is less contami MoreSince 1990, support of environment and green manufacturing was considered as an important item in business. Nowadays, governments and people have concluded that they have to support the process of green production and consumption. The aim of this process is less contamination, low consumption, high quality and optimum utilization of earth resources, in such a way that the next generation would have healthy environment. This issue makes the green design in current competitive environment into a challenge which organizations will face. In this regard, in order to optimum control of raw material consumption, water, energy and fuel, creation and disposal of wastes and residues as well as prevention of environmental pollution, the environmental managing accounting (EMA) tools such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Costing (LCC) are used.The purpose of this study is introducing a comprehensive method with integrating concepts of life cycle assessment(LCA), life cycle costing (LCC), by fuzzy analytical hieratically process (FAHP) to measure being green product and green design for assessment the risk of environmental effects and the performance of companies who are active in ceramic and tile production industry. Five specifications proposed by European Union (EU, 2009) for assessment of environmental effects and four traits developed by Sarkis Model (2003) for evaluation organization's performance are used. Manuscript profile -
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6 - The impact of lean production environment on the performance and value SREAM costing companies using structural equation
Meysam Zare Zahr PourzamaniCompetitive environments in the world today, many developments have created organizations and production systems. Also to enhance productivity concepts, tools and techniques have been developed a lot in these competitive environments. Lean Thinking is one of the most im MoreCompetitive environments in the world today, many developments have created organizations and production systems. Also to enhance productivity concepts, tools and techniques have been developed a lot in these competitive environments. Lean Thinking is one of the most important tools and techniques refer organizations that accomplish process without wasting resources by spending fewer resources to achieve the higher production. The main objective of this study was to determine the effects of lean manufacturing environment to improve performance and enterprise value stream costing is. This study is an applied research regarding and on methods of collecting and analyzing data, descriptive research and survey. A standard questionnaire (The role of lean manufacturing on financial performance, Hufer et al, 2012) was used to collect information. Data analysis was performed using structural equation modeling and software LISREL. The results showed that lean production environment on the performance and value stream costing the firm. Thus the lean manufacturing results in continuous improvement of production processes and decrease of wastages and costs and increase of quality. Manuscript profile -
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7 - Investigating the relationship between agile manufacturing and Business performance and the mediating role of cost performance
Seyed Ahmad Khalifeh Soltani fatemeh hamediThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between agile manufacturing and business performance and cost performance in Fast Moving Consumer industries. This study also examines the mediating effect of cost performance on the relationship between agile MoreThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between agile manufacturing and business performance and cost performance in Fast Moving Consumer industries. This study also examines the mediating effect of cost performance on the relationship between agile manufacturing and business performance. This study analyzes survey data collected from 53 manufacturing companies in fast-moving Consumer industries such as the food industry except sugar and the pharmaceutical industry. Analysis of research hypotheses has been tested using Structural Equation Modeling. The results show that agile manufacturing has a direct and significant relationship with business performance and cost performance. In addition, the results showed that cost performance has a direct and significant relationship with business performance. In addition, a direct effect of cost-performance mediation on the relationship between agile production and business performance has been observed. In turbulent environments such as the final market of Fast Moving Consumer industries, manufacturing executives need to emphasize the role of agile manufacturing as a comprehensive concept in responding market needs. Agile manufacturing is one of the winning strategies in today's dynamic and competitive environment. The consequences of agile manufacturing must be understood by managers to create a comprehensive conceptualization mechanism to identify the methods to be followed and to identify any imbalances during implementation Manuscript profile -
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8 - Development of Lean Integrated Management Model on the Challenge of Sustainable Development in the Environmental Dimension (Case Study: Manufacturing Industries of Qazvin Province)
Mohammad Sohrab Beigi Mohammad Reza Bagherzadeh Masoud Yousefzadeh Mohammad Hassan ShakkiBackground and Objective: Organizations are affected by changing and competitive needs, regional and global laws and regulations, customer requirements as well as stakeholder expectations, and to achieve and achieve their desired results, need effective and efficient me MoreBackground and Objective: Organizations are affected by changing and competitive needs, regional and global laws and regulations, customer requirements as well as stakeholder expectations, and to achieve and achieve their desired results, need effective and efficient methods and systems. Therefore, the establishment of an integrated management system with different approaches such as quality, environment, safety and other issues required by the organization will be a desirable solution. Integrated management systems are actually aimed at integrating and integrating the three systems; Quality management, environmental management and safety management have been proposed in order to achieve a comprehensive management system. Organizations with the idea of continuous improvement and superior and creative attitude in scientific and correct management of resources need to implement this system. Material and Methodology: The research method is combined and based on exploratory mix (qualitative-quantitative). The statistical population in the qualitative part was 40 elite professors in the field of management and in the quantitative part was 560 artisans of Qazvin province. Relative cluster sampling method was distributed among 350 samples. The validity of the questionnaire was confirmed by face and content method and its reliability was confirmed by Cronbach's alpha. Data were analyzed by exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis with SPSS and AMOS software. Findings: The results of the qualitative section indicate that the model of promoting lean integrated management based on sustainable development in 4 dimensions of program, implementation, control and improvement is based on 5 axes. Discussion and Conclusion: Elements of promoting lean integrated management include three levels: a) Macro: cultural level promotion, technological upgrade, integration of management systems, systemic attitude, attention to the biological ecology of the organization, b) intermediate level: purposeful communication with other industries, Develop integrated strategies, pay attention to organizational changes in organizational management decisions, align the organization to achieve goals, create organizational affiliation, accountability and management commitment, goal setting, c) Micro level: empowerment of human resources, organizational justice, establishing knowledge management, employee participation, management Performance, continuous improvement, 2- Underlying factors: managerial characteristics, economic conditions, environmental conditions of the organization, social culture 3- Interfering factors: political factors, economic factors, social factors, biological factors, 4- Consequences: economic, social, environmental 5- Continuous improvement strategies. Manuscript profile -
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9 - Separation of alumina from the paint sludge of automotive industry by leaching method
Mostafa Khezri Fateme AbdollahPaint sludge of automotive industries, due to having heavy metals, unbaked polymers, organic andinorganic pollutants, has been classified as a hazardous waste. For this reason, its proper disposal isfaced with many problems. Various methods yet have been developed by th MorePaint sludge of automotive industries, due to having heavy metals, unbaked polymers, organic andinorganic pollutants, has been classified as a hazardous waste. For this reason, its proper disposal isfaced with many problems. Various methods yet have been developed by the great automobilecompanies of the world to reduce the environmental impacts of paint sludge. One of the effective aneconomical methods for reduction of pollution is separation of heavy metals from paint sludge. Thepresent study was carried out to investigate the pollution of paint sludge from automotive industry, toreduce its pollution to environmental standard levels, and to recover alumina from the paint sludgethrough leaching method. After XRD and XRF tests on paint sludge, it was found that the amount ofalumina is relatively high. Separation of alumina was considered because of its economic value andvarious applications in different industries. After utilizing the common separation methods, it wasrevealed that by optimizing the parameters such as temperature, sludge particle size, and sulfuric acidconcentration through the leaching method, about 70% of alumina can be recovered Manuscript profile -
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10 - Identification and Ranking of Green investment Factors
jaber jabbari piryousefian alireza nobariToday, companies in the competitive market are required to produce products that respect environmental factors. And they must comply with the relevant standards (such as ISO14001). The purpose of this study was to identify and rank the green and green production factors MoreToday, companies in the competitive market are required to produce products that respect environmental factors. And they must comply with the relevant standards (such as ISO14001). The purpose of this study was to identify and rank the green and green production factors through the AHP hierarchical process analysis method. The sampling method was purposeful and carried out in 2017. The research is a descriptive and applied research. With the comprehensive study of research background and deep interview with experts, seven major criteria of pure-green production have been identified and prioritized. Human capital management in the production process with the weight of 0.310 is the most important factor. The results also show that the three factors for developing employee participation and participation, the continuous improvement of the service delivery process, and the establishment of an environmental management system are the most important factors in reducing all aspects of assessment or types of waste in the pure green production system. These results in the form of non-monetary or sustainability reporting provide a comprehensive picture of the organization's activities and a balanced view of its effects and benefits in terms of economic, social and environmental dimensions, and as the financial measurement of the sustainability of companies is increasing , The risk assessment and expected returns of corporate governance performance will be possible with a sustainability approach, and investing in sustainability dimensions is considered to be a relative advantage for investors and is considered as one of the underlying factors of a trading position. Manuscript profile -
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11 - Advanced Manufacturing Technology by Under Water Friction Stir Welding Technique
M Sadeghi M Farahani H Sabet -
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12 - Advanced Manufacturing and Eco-friendly Welding Between AISI 409 Finned to High Pressure T22 Boiler Tube by HFRW Clean Energy
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13 - Functionally Graded Materials: Processing Techniques and Applications
A Rabieifar V Abouei Mehrizi M Ghanbari Haghighi -
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14 - Investigation of Additive Manufacturing Process by LMD Method, Affecting Process Parameters on Microstructure and Quality of Deposition Layers
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15 - Numerical simulation of multilayer cellular scaffolds with 3D and 1D elements
Hamid Reza khanaki Sadegh Rahmati Mohammad Nikkhoo Mohammad Haghpanahi Javad Akbari -
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16 - Investigation of Compressive Stresses of Stainless Steel 316L Diamond Lattice Structures Under the Effect of Spherical Connections Produced by SLM Additive Manufacturing
Behnam Ahmadi Roozbahani AliAkbar Lotfi NeyestanakIn this study, the compressive stresses of dodecahedron diamond lattice structures have been investigated. The finite element method has been used for Stress analysis. After the simulation, it was found that more stresses are applied at the junction of the struts of thi MoreIn this study, the compressive stresses of dodecahedron diamond lattice structures have been investigated. The finite element method has been used for Stress analysis. After the simulation, it was found that more stresses are applied at the junction of the struts of this structure due to the application of compressive force. For this purpose, the connection point of the structure’s struts was strengthened by spherical connections, and a new type of dodecahedron structure was created. The validation and effect of spherical connections in compressive stresses have been evaluated experimentally. Two types of diamond lattice structures are made of stainless steel 316L by the SLM method. The results show that in the same condition, the use of spherical connections with twice the diameter of the structure’s struts helps to strengthen the structure and increase its compressive strength by 18% compared to the simple structure. Manuscript profile -
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17 - Joint Optimization of Spare Parts Strategy and Maintenance Policies for Manufacturing Systems
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18 - Mechanical Properties of Materially and Geometrically Gradient Cellular Structures Manufactured with SLS 3D Printer Applicable as a Bone Implant
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19 - Topological Optimization of Brake Pedal for Metal Additive Manufacturing: A Case Study
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20 - Different Geometry Design Structures of Tissue Scaffolds for Additive Manufacturing
amirhossein Ehsani sadegh rahmati Mohammad Nikkhoo Shahram Etemadi Haghighi Mohammad Haghpanahi -
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21 - Feed Stock Fabrication of AISI 4605 Steel for Fused Deposition Modeling and Sintering and Designing of Its Extruder Mechanism
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22 - Investigating the Effect of Separation Speed and Image Cross-Section Geometry on The Separation Force in DLP Method using FEP and PP Polymer Membranes
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23 - Representative Sampling for Elaboration of the Alumina Manufacturing Process (Theory and Practice )
George KomlÛssySampling of any geological formation needs comprehensive knowledge of the rock genesis, through the dia- and epigenetic processes (secondary alterations) up to the physical properties and the chemical and mineralogical composition of the rock. Well established theoretic MoreSampling of any geological formation needs comprehensive knowledge of the rock genesis, through the dia- and epigenetic processes (secondary alterations) up to the physical properties and the chemical and mineralogical composition of the rock. Well established theoretical knowledge should be complemented by practical experience. Besides the geological exploration of a raw material, its representative sampling is the most responsible task of the expert. Elaboration of the technology of the mineral processing i.e. the operating cost of the plant highly depends on reliable sampling which is essential for an optimal utilisation of the deposit. Nowadays, when green-field plants below 1 Mt/a capacity are rarely set up, proper sampling is even more important than before. Several million USD/annum can be saved in operating cost with a well-established sampling procedure which, according to the experience of the author, is often neglected by the investors or project management. In this paper the author clarifies the terminology of the characteristic and representative samples and introduces several typical cases both for karst and laterite bauxites.Distinction is made between technologically homogenous and heterogeneous type deposits. Examples are taken from Iranian, Indian, Vietnamese, West African, and South American deposits. Proposals are given for sampling procedures in different stages of the exploration, when the first samples are to be taken for technological tests. The question is investigated whether the bauxite is necessary for an already operating plant (when the bauxite should be fitted to the plant) or when a green- field refinery technology is to be fitted to the deposit(s). In conclusion, it is established that no reasonable economy may exist for mining and alumina processing separately. The economy of the mine and the plant is to be regarded as a single economic unit. For achieving this purpose reliable representative samples are necessary. Manuscript profile -
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24 - Metal additive manufacturing technology: A review of biomedical applications
Sheida EsmaielzadehMetal 3D printing is a layer-by-layer fabrication method used to manufacture 3D models of complex structures. This technology has multiple methods, materials, and equipment that bypassing many of the costs associated with traditional processes, equipment, and skills for MoreMetal 3D printing is a layer-by-layer fabrication method used to manufacture 3D models of complex structures. This technology has multiple methods, materials, and equipment that bypassing many of the costs associated with traditional processes, equipment, and skills for metal working, while creating free-form, near-net-shape 3D objects. This procedure is more accurately portrayed as additive manufacturing. Additive manufacturing’s attributes include print customization, low perunit cost for production, seamless interfacing with mainstream medical 3D imaging techniques, and feasibility to create freeform objects in materials that are biocompatible and biodegradable. The term 3D printing, in any case, is generally new and has been an active part of current developments in biomedical. Consequently, additive manufacturing is apposite for a wide range of biomedical applications including custom biocompatible implants that mimic the mechanical response of bone, biodegradable scaffolds with engineered degradation rate, medical surgical tools and biomedical instrumentation. This review surveys the materials, 3D printing methods and technologies, and biomedical applications of metal 3D printing. Manuscript profile -
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25 - The Effect of Emotional Intelligence on Work-Family Conflict Among Employees in Manufacturing Environment Using Structural Equation Modeling
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26 - Comparison of supply chain performance evaluation with BSC-FDEA and BSC-RDEA methods in Tabriz automotive industries
SINA CHARTAB JABBARI kamaleddin rahmani youshanloui mohammad paseban yagoub Alavi matin Mojtaba RamazaniConsidering the importance of the issue of efficiency in the advancement of societies and the place it occupies in today's organizations, the use of performance evaluation has become an unavoidable necessity. In the present study, the performance evaluation of five acti MoreConsidering the importance of the issue of efficiency in the advancement of societies and the place it occupies in today's organizations, the use of performance evaluation has become an unavoidable necessity. In the present study, the performance evaluation of five active supply chains with the same structure with the aim of comparing the results of the combined RDEA-BSC and FDEA-BSC models in Tabriz automotive industry and the input and output data in the form of symmetrical triangular fuzzy numbers and the set of uneven numbers to the input and output model The models show the performance of the supply chain. From the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) method as a tool for designing performance evaluation indicators in four aspects; financial, processes, customer and learning and human force growth have been used and also the type of applied-descriptive research and measurement tool is questionnaire, financial documents and information analysis method, FDEA, RDEA, BSC mathematical model and sensitivity analysis. The results of the research show that the efficiency of Amico in each model is higher than other studied companies Manuscript profile -
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27 - Determining the Leanness Using Dimensional Analysis, AHP, and Fuzzy TOPSIS Methods (Case study: Rose Fireplace Co.)
Navid Hooshiar Morteza Sadegh AmalnikDetermining the leanness of different organizations is one of the key factors of progress into establishing a system without wastes and maximizing productivity in whole supply chain management. Lean manufacturing as a management philosophy concentrates on eradicating wa MoreDetermining the leanness of different organizations is one of the key factors of progress into establishing a system without wastes and maximizing productivity in whole supply chain management. Lean manufacturing as a management philosophy concentrates on eradicating wastes in the whole value chain of a product. Using the improved dimensional analysis and its conversion to the standard form, this paper aims at identifying and analyzing 6 main factors and 35 sub-factors. Also, we used multi-criteria decision-making techniques according to the direct role of experts and differentiation of their votes to the specified alternatives. Analytic hierarchical process and Fuzzy-Topsis were used to define the linguistic weights of experts in our model. Additionally, linguistic values were parameterized by triangular fuzzy numbers to optimizing the decision making methods and avoid vagueness. The results show that the degree of adaptability of Rose Fire Place Company with lean manufacturing factors and characteristics is 0.52. Also, the results indicate the distance of various parts of the production management with respect to lean manufacturing. Finally, this approach is recommended for being used in every assembly industries. Manuscript profile -
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28 - A Survey on the Role of Office Automation Technology in Tackling the Obstacles in Iranian Organizations and to Upgrade the Efficiency to Worldwide Level
Faeze Ahmadi Roxana FekriNowadays, due to the increasing rate of competing in global markets, reducing the cycle time of products and accelerating rate and variety in customer needs, the organizations should improve their performance to the world-class level. These factors confront the organiza MoreNowadays, due to the increasing rate of competing in global markets, reducing the cycle time of products and accelerating rate and variety in customer needs, the organizations should improve their performance to the world-class level. These factors confront the organizations to some challenges like the intrش and extra organizational transactions, the necessity of continuous evaluations and the huge volume of information. So, it is a must to introduce and use some tools to overcome the above obstacles in reaching the main factors and standards of world-class performance Office automation as one of these tools includes all the electronic systems which establish and facilitate the intra and extra organizational relationships. The purpose of this paper is, investigating the effect of this technology on overcoming the organizational obstacles to reach the world class levels which has done in Iranian organizations that use office automation technology and the effect of it is tested with the validity of six statistical hypotheses.This research uses a descriptive and survey methodology which has done by using the confirmatory factor analysis on the responses of the 100 questionnaires distributed among the experts in Iranian organizations using this technology in their business. The results of this research show that applying this technology in Iranian organization effect on the quality improvement, reducing the duplication and waiting time and improving the world-class performance, while it does not effect on the flexibility and the competitive price of the products. Manuscript profile -
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29 - Investigation and Evaluation of Supply Chain Resilience with Fuzzy Logic Approach (Empirical Evidence: Automobile Parts Manufacturing Industry in Mazandaran Province)
Hassanali Aghajani Hossein Samadi Miarkolaei Mohamad FarmanzadehThe supply chain needs the cooperative instrument to face environment challenge for survival in turbulent and volatile markets. This instrument is agility. In fact, the business environment is constantly changing and change creates risk. The risk management is rapidly c MoreThe supply chain needs the cooperative instrument to face environment challenge for survival in turbulent and volatile markets. This instrument is agility. In fact, the business environment is constantly changing and change creates risk. The risk management is rapidly changing, competitive challenges that require elastic; namely ability to survive, adapt and grow in the face of turbulent change. Accordingly, the purpose of present paper is explanation and evaluation of resilience and supply chain resilience by means of an empirical examination in automobile parts manufacturing industry in Mazandaran. The sample in research was 31 companies, and data collection tools were questionnaire including some standard questions with the reliability of 0.85, and data were analyzed using fuzzy hypothesis test. The possibility of the effectiveness of each factor is determined according to their membership functions of acceptance. Finally, it is concluded that managers must to support capability factors that have low membership functions and reduce the effectiveness of vulnerability factors that have high membership functions to receive higher supply chain resilience. Manuscript profile -
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30 - Investigating the effect of fluctuations of economic variables affecting the profitability of IranKhodro Manufacturing Company
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31 - Designing a sustainable production model in the automotive industry under sanctions and with a world-class approach
zahra pourvaziry gholamreza hashemzadeh khorasgani mahmood modiri hassan farsijaniAbstractIn the current era, one of the most important elements for the survival of the industry is to take advantage of a vision based on sustainable development. World-class manufacturing as a model of operational excellence transforms industry-related paradigms, so ac MoreAbstractIn the current era, one of the most important elements for the survival of the industry is to take advantage of a vision based on sustainable development. World-class manufacturing as a model of operational excellence transforms industry-related paradigms, so achieving sustainable world-class manufacturing components based on the localization approach in the automotive industry can be important solution in the field. The evolution of industry should be considered. This article is practical in terms of purpose and descriptive-exploratory in terms of performance. At the first time, the most important indicators of the world-class sustainable manufacturing model were identified based on the opinions of experts, and then the indicators were screened, after that, the data were analyzed to determine the relationships and how the factors affect each other. Finally, the prioritization of indicators is presented as the output of the model. The results show, in order to achieve sustainable production in the automotive industry, more attention needs to be noticed to the environmental dimension as one of the most important and effective dimensions of sustainable production and other barriers play a significant role in implementing strategies related to it.Keywords: Sustainable Production, World Class manufacturing, Sustainable Development, Automotive Industry Manuscript profile -
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32 - Identification and ranking of dimensions and factors of the business model for multi-sided platforms for cultural product production with a social manufacturing approach
Gholamreza Hashemzadeh vahid sharifi Seyed Alireza Derakhshan Ashraf Shahmansouri, Abotorab AlirezaeeMultifunctional platforms with a social manufacturingapproach are emerging phenomena with less known business models. Given the valuable human resources and cultural capacities of Iran, there is a suitable opportunity for utilizing the multi-functional platform business MoreMultifunctional platforms with a social manufacturingapproach are emerging phenomena with less known business models. Given the valuable human resources and cultural capacities of Iran, there is a suitable opportunity for utilizing the multi-functional platform business model with a social manufacturingapproach for producing cultural products. The aim of this research is to identify and rank the dimensions and factors of these platform business models. Through in-depth interviews with 14 experts in this field and thematic analysis using MAXQDA software, data analysis was conducted in three stages: open coding, axial coding, and selective coding. After screening the results, 50 factors were identified in 10 dimensions using the fuzzy Delphi method. The impact and influence of these factors were determined using the fuzzy DEMATEL method, and ultimately, the factors and dimensions were ranked. The identified factors and dimensions assist stakeholders in the cultural product production field to better configure their current or future platforms, as well as helping investors make more informed decisions regarding this business model. Manuscript profile -
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33 - An integrated model of cellular manufacturing and supplier selection considering product quality
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34 - Cell forming and cell balancing of virtual cellular manufacturing systems with alternative processing routes using genetic algorithm
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35 - A simulated annealing algorithm to determine a group layout and production plan in a dynamic cellular manufacturing system
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36 - ELECTRE I-based group decision methodology with risk preferences in an imprecise setting for flexible manufacturing systems
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37 - Developing a Multi-objective Mathematical Model for Dynamic Cellular Manufacturing Systems
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38 - Study and Implementation of Lean Manufacturing in a Garment Manufacturing Company: Bangladesh Perspective
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39 - Meta heuristic for Minimizing Makespan in a Flow-line Manufacturing Cell with Sequence Dependent Family Setup Times
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40 - A Benders� Decomposition Approach for Dynamic Cellular Manufacturing System in the Presence of Unreliable Machines
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41 - Layout of Cellular Manufacturing System in Dynamic Condition
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42 - Exact Mixed Integer Programming for Integrated Scheduling and Process Planning in Flexible Environment
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43 - Designing a Brand Model in Social prodution to Improve Domestic Clothing Industry
Sayed mousa Khademi MirzaHasan Hoseini Mohammad mehdi Parhizgar Fahime AskariThe present study aims to design a brand model in the social manufacturing efficiency of the domestic clothing industry. The present study has a descriptive-explanatory design. The qualitative data required for the interview were collected from social manufacturing acti MoreThe present study aims to design a brand model in the social manufacturing efficiency of the domestic clothing industry. The present study has a descriptive-explanatory design. The qualitative data required for the interview were collected from social manufacturing activists in the textile industry. Sampling in this study was done using theoretical sampling method. To design a brand model in the social production efficiency of the domestic clothing industry, Strauss and Corbin’s grounded theory was used. Based on the results of open and axial coding, the factors of communication networks, industry dynamics, branding goals and motivations, social production associations and authorities’ support are among the causal factors. Capacities of participation, brand development, legal frameworks, agile organizational structure, training capacities of branding and ideation capabilities in branding are in the category of requirements. Legal ownership challenges, management challenges, planning challenges and unpredictable developments are among the intervening factors. Also, custom manufacturing, improving the quality of services, improving relations with the target market, developing brand research activities, increasing organizational agility, developing ideas to increase brand power, developing partnership networks and integrating micro-social producers are among the most important strategies. Reducing costs, increasing profitability, optimal planning and development of communication channels are among the most important consequences of the research model. Manuscript profile -
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44 - Presenting a Conceptual Model Delineating the Effect of Production and Operations Strategies on Sustainable Competitive Advantage in Iranian Automotive Industry: The Case of Tehran Automobile Manufacturing Companies
Ali Mohaghar Ezzatollah Asgharizadeh Seyyed Hassan Ghodsypour Amir SamarrokhiThe aim of the current quantitative applied research was to design a model for the investigation of the extent to which automobile production strategies may impact domestic manufacturers’ sustainable competitive advantage. The research data were collected through MoreThe aim of the current quantitative applied research was to design a model for the investigation of the extent to which automobile production strategies may impact domestic manufacturers’ sustainable competitive advantage. The research data were collected through a researcher-made questionnaire whose construct and content validity had been confirmed and its reliability had been verified through Cronbach alpha. The research population comprised senior managers of automobile manufacturing companies located in Tehran, Iran from whom a random sample was selected. The data obtained from 384 completed questionnaires were analyzed through Structural Equation Modeling to find out the relationship among various factors of the model and the Variance-Covariance analysis. The findings emerging from the study revealed that the latent variable of sustainable competitive advantage was delineated by cost, quality, diversity, and flexibility; and that the latent variable of domestic automobile manufacturers’ production and operations strategies were delineated by Kaizen strategies, enterprise resource planning, punctuality, and supply chain management models. Research findings bore on the significant positive effects of production and operations strategies on Iranian automotive industries sustainable competitive advantage. Manuscript profile -
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45 - Analysis of Socio-economic Factors Affecting Happiness and Individual Labor Force Productivity: the case of Kermanshah Manufacturing Establishments
Shahram Fatahi Jahanghir Karami Mansour MohammadiradThe aim of this research is to study the socio-economic factors affecting happiness and its relationship with individual labor force productivity. The statistical population includes all of the employees who are working in the Kermanshah manufacturing establishments wit MoreThe aim of this research is to study the socio-economic factors affecting happiness and its relationship with individual labor force productivity. The statistical population includes all of the employees who are working in the Kermanshah manufacturing establishments with 50 employees or more. Each establishment was assigned as a layer, and the simple random sampling method was used. The data were gathered through the Oxford Happiness, individual and demographic produativity questionnaires and were analyzed using the software SPSS and Eviews. The results showed that the variables productivity, the number of children, psychological health, optimism, and ‘interest in work’ have a positive and significant relationship with happiness, but the variable monthly income has a negative relationship with happiness. Furthermore, it has been recognized that factors such as happiness, attending training classes, job satisfaction, job security, accepting job among family members, and faith in God have a positive and significant relationship with productivity. Finally, the hypothesis of equality of the means for the variables happiness and productivity has been accepted with regard to gender difference (male/female). Manuscript profile -
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46 - Evaluating the Agile Manufacturing in Small and Medium Industries of East Azarbaijan Province based on Agility Capabilities: A Fuzzy Topsis Method
Soleyman Iranzadeh Vahid Fattahi Sarand Abdolvahid TahoniThe new era of high-speed global economy has caused companies to change operational strategies. In this era, competitive prices and high quality are essential, but not the determinant factors of commercial success; rather, the speed and flexibility to respond quickly to MoreThe new era of high-speed global economy has caused companies to change operational strategies. In this era, competitive prices and high quality are essential, but not the determinant factors of commercial success; rather, the speed and flexibility to respond quickly to market and customer is regarded as a fundamental principle. Thus, the importance of speed and agility has increased and replaced previous competitive priorities; therefore, this paper evaluates agile manufacturing in small and medium industries of East Azarbaijan Province based on agility capabilities. The population of the study consists of all small and medium-sized firms of East Azarbaijan province. The sample was set 610 companies using the equation of determining the sample size of limited socities. In order to collect data in this study, a researcher made questionnaire was used, which was distributed among the subjects after testing its validity and reliability. In order to analyze the data in the study, fuzzy TOPSIS method was used. The results showed that most groups of small and medium industries based on the agile manufacturing capabilities have a considerable distance from agile manufacturing. Manuscript profile -
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47 - The Role of Advanced Manufacturing Technolog on Productivity development in SMEs with Mediation of Total Quality Management and Information Technology
Ali Mollahosseini Morteza Maleki Minbash Razgah Mahdi Dehghani Soltani Habib FarajpurNowadays, rapid growth of technolog has affected different industriesin undeniable way. Considering the importance of TQM and IT in theindustry, different approaches have been presented to achieve theproductivity. So, using TQM and IT as mediator in small and mediumindu MoreNowadays, rapid growth of technolog has affected different industriesin undeniable way. Considering the importance of TQM and IT in theindustry, different approaches have been presented to achieve theproductivity. So, using TQM and IT as mediator in small and mediumindustries in Kerman city has been investigated. The statisticalpopulations were managers and employees in SMEs in Kerman, whichadded up to 1586 people. Using Morgan's table the sample size was 310people. The sampling method was random stratified sampling. To gatherthe data field and library method were used. The research method wasdescriptive correlational research. To analyze the data, correlation testand structural equations modeling and SPSS and LISREL soft wareswere used. The results showed Thet there was a significant effectbetween the advanced manufacturing technology and productivity in thementioned industries. While the advanced manufacturing technologythrough TQM mediator variables and the use of Information technologyhave more effect on productivity. Manuscript profile -
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48 - Computing the Optimal Solution of Technology Selection Model with Fuzzy Data
Sahand Daneshvar Sahar KhoshfetratThis paper introduces a method to find the optimal solution of technology selection model with fuzzy data. The paper suggests a simple computational method to obtain the optimal solution of fuzzy linear programming (LP) problem used in technology selection without the n MoreThis paper introduces a method to find the optimal solution of technology selection model with fuzzy data. The paper suggests a simple computational method to obtain the optimal solution of fuzzy linear programming (LP) problem used in technology selection without the need for solving any fuzzy LP. Clearly the contribution of this research is that it reduces the fuzzy computational complexity, which is significant when dealing with more complex computations. Manuscript profile -
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49 - The Effect of Initial Size on the Duration of Small and Medium Manufacturing Enterprises (SMEs)
Houshang Taghizadeh Ghafar TariThe aim of this paper is to investigate the effect of initial size on the duration of small and medium manufacturing enterprises in Iran through 1361-1385. The Industry & Mine Ministry database has been used for data gathering and the data are analyzed using TDA sof MoreThe aim of this paper is to investigate the effect of initial size on the duration of small and medium manufacturing enterprises in Iran through 1361-1385. The Industry & Mine Ministry database has been used for data gathering and the data are analyzed using TDA software. The Kaplan-Meier Product-Limit estimator has been used for exploratory data analysis and the semi-parametric Cox regression model is used to test the hypotheses. The results of this study support the positive and meaningful relationship between initial size and survival. Furthermoer, in this research the survival functions of small and medium firms were compared and we concluded that survival probability of medium firms (with 10 to 99 employees) is greater than that of small firms (with lower than 10 employees). Manuscript profile -
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50 - Developing Best Strategy Using Blue Ocean Strategy: the Case of Salim Engineering Company
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51 - Relationship between Marketing Knowledge Management and Performance of Large Manufacturing Firms in Gilan Province
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52 - A Hybrid Model for Evaluating Leagile Supply Chain Performance in Industry
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53 - Fabrication of polycaprolactone and polylactic acid shapeless scaffolds via fused deposition modelling technology
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54 - The effects of Total Factor Productivity on Employment in Iranian Manufacturing Industries
shima sangsari mohammadgholi yousefy hamid amadehThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate the effect of total productivity factors on employment in Iran's industrial sectors using Autoregressive distributed lag and error correction model over the period 1996-2016. In modeling, industries are categorized into three gro MoreThe purpose of this paper is to evaluate the effect of total productivity factors on employment in Iran's industrial sectors using Autoregressive distributed lag and error correction model over the period 1996-2016. In modeling, industries are categorized into three groups of low-technology, Medium Low Technology, and Medium High Technology industries. The results show a significant and negative impact of total factor productivity on employment in Total industries and Medium High Technology industries that means meaning that the increase in total productivity factors in short and long term reduces total employment of Medium High Technology industries. In addition, total factor productivity has a negative effect on employment in low Technology and Medium Low Technology, meaning that increasing productivity in both the short and long run reduces employment in low-tech and medium-low industries. According to the results, increasing the skill and Workforce expertise and new Machinery can lead to increased productivity in the employment of Iranian industries. Manuscript profile -
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55 - Industrial endogenous development in Iran and selected countries
Mirabdollah Hosseini Lotfali AgheliThis paper attempts to conceptualize and examine regional endogenous development model for World’s regions and Iran. The work presented here contributes to the design of Manufacturing Industries endogenous development model (MIEDM) which is tested in the World by MoreThis paper attempts to conceptualize and examine regional endogenous development model for World’s regions and Iran. The work presented here contributes to the design of Manufacturing Industries endogenous development model (MIEDM) which is tested in the World by assessing the domestic forces and drivers of development based in World Selected Countries. The paper introduces a conceptual model for the study and then develops and tests the model with data for the primary Countries of the World. Large and positive correlation is found between measures of latent and explanatory independent and dependent variables in the regional endogenous model. Specifically it is found that such endogenous factors as Institution, human Capital, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Innovation and Resource Endowment are critical driving force for achieving increased regional productivity and thus tailoring of polices to support regional endogenous development. Based on the results, it is suggested that planners and policy makers consider the capacity and ability of industries to adapt positively to the situation. Manuscript profile -
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56 - The effects of information and communication technology on long-term productivity growth: Evidence from Iran's manufacturing industries
mahmoud rezaee seraji Mahmoud Mahmoudzadeh parvaneh salatin mehdi fathabadiThe purpose of this paper is to measure the average share of information and communication technology in long-term productivity growth and as well as the increasing intensity of ICT index in Iran's manufacturing industries at the level of double-digit codes (ISIC). For MoreThe purpose of this paper is to measure the average share of information and communication technology in long-term productivity growth and as well as the increasing intensity of ICT index in Iran's manufacturing industries at the level of double-digit codes (ISIC). For this purpose, the expanded growth accounting model in the period2005-2018was exploited. The research findings revealed that : The effects of ICT has a significant positive effect on the average long-term productivity growth in Iran's manufacturing industries. ICT's share of long-term productivity growth in The most intensive contribution of ICT has been recognized for coke and related products, electrical equipment and chemicals and related products. This effect has shown more than any other manufacturing industries in Iran and this amount has also improved over time. The lowest share of ICT in productivity growth in the long run is related to furniture, clothing and machinery and not classified equipments. The results also showed that the average value of increasing ICT intensity index is insignificant meaning the more and with increasing intensity of ICT use, the more intense effect on productivity growth increases. Manuscript profile -
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57 - The Reasons of Differences Between the Wages of Large Industries in Iran
hamid kordbacheh Ali souriBased on the efficiency of wage hypothesis, this paper examines the determinants of wage dispersion of large manufacturing industries using a panel of 4-digit ISIC data during the period of 1998-2007 in Iran. The findings explain that there is a significant difference b MoreBased on the efficiency of wage hypothesis, this paper examines the determinants of wage dispersion of large manufacturing industries using a panel of 4-digit ISIC data during the period of 1998-2007 in Iran. The findings explain that there is a significant difference between wages in the sampled data. By eliminating the effects of individual measured and firm characteristics such as gender, education, expert, experience, efficiency, firm size and so on. The differences in wages have remained significant yet. The results confirm the efficiency of wage theory, in which the wages dispersion cannot merely attribute to labor force characteristics. Manuscript profile -
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58 - Effect of ICT on Employment in Tehran Manufacturing Industries
Kambiz Hojabr Kiani Sedigheh NematiThis research evaluates the effect of ICT on employment of total and technical workforce. The data will be collected from Tehran manufacturing Industries during 2006-2009. In this study, the production function by Constant Elasticity of Substitution (CES) will be used a MoreThis research evaluates the effect of ICT on employment of total and technical workforce. The data will be collected from Tehran manufacturing Industries during 2006-2009. In this study, the production function by Constant Elasticity of Substitution (CES) will be used after selecting Fixed Effect Model (FEM) according to F Test and Housman Chi-squared statistics estimated by ordinary least squares Least Squared Dummy Variable (LSDV). Instead of ICT, four dummy variables are used. The results represent that the use of ICT has a positive and significant effect on total and technical workforce. Manuscript profile -
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59 - The Productivity of Energy and the Effective Factors on it. (Manufacturing Industries of IRAN)
Ebrahim Niknaghsh نقی شجاع Amir Gholam Abri Mohamad Mehdi MovahediThe main goal of the present study is to evaluate the total energy productivity and the effective factors on 134 manufacturing industries in Iran with a four digit code and also ISIC international classification among 1385 to 1394. To do this, with data envelopment anal MoreThe main goal of the present study is to evaluate the total energy productivity and the effective factors on 134 manufacturing industries in Iran with a four digit code and also ISIC international classification among 1385 to 1394. To do this, with data envelopment analysis and Malmquist method the technical, technological efficiency and the total energy productivity are calculated on the manufacturing industries in Iran. And then by fixed effects method and generalized method of moments (GMM),the effect factors on the total Energy Productivity was calculated. The results of the model showed that the total Manufacturing Industries experiences a technological positive growth, but some have been technically efficient. In all, the findings showed the growth of the total energy productivity in the manufacturing industries. The findings based on the model showed that variables such as skills, information communication technologies (ICT), research and development, physical capital and machinery and equipment , export and time are meaningful effect and just variable education is meaningless effect on the total energy productivity. Based on the results, reviewing the work style, improving managerial skills ,Government subsidized support of production and investment, imports tariff reduction of capital equipment and machinery of the industries with less energy consumption is recommended. Manuscript profile -
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60 - Identification of Industrial Investment Priorities in Iran with Emphasis on Value-Added Growth
Mehdi Rezaee Khalil Heidari Parisa YaghobiThe purpose of this paper is to identify the priorities of investment in manufacturing activities in Iran, which would lead to more value-added growth. To do it, the production function of 92 manufacturing activities of the country at the level of the four-digit ISIC co MoreThe purpose of this paper is to identify the priorities of investment in manufacturing activities in Iran, which would lead to more value-added growth. To do it, the production function of 92 manufacturing activities of the country at the level of the four-digit ISIC code estimated by the data panel method in econometrics for the period 1996-2013. Then by calculating the elasticity of the production to the capital level in these industries and the effect of the capital changes on the value-added of them, the prioritizing has been done. The results show that industrial mining sectors and their downstream manufacturing activities in Iran would create more value-added via one unit investment than other manufacturing activities. These activities are important for the country, because they process the country's mineral products and convert them into more value-added products, and the findings of this paper emphasize the importance of the investing in these industries. Based on the results, it is recommended that investment should be targeted in industrial mining sectors and their downstream manufacturing activities. Manuscript profile -
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61 - Numerical Simulation of Homogeneous, Two and Three Lattice Layers Scaffolds with Constant Density
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72 - Development of a weighted leanness measurement method in modular construction companies
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90 - The Impact of Information and Communicatin Technology on Labor Productivity in Food Industry of Tehran Province
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91 - پذیرش فناوری تولید پیشرفته و سبز: طبقه بندی و مرور
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94 - Effects of Heat Treatment on the Microstructure, Mechanical Properties and Corrosion Behavior of 2209 Duplex Stainless Steel Parts Manufactured By Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing Process
Ali A. Molazadeh Kashkouie Mahmood Sharifitabar Mahdi Shafiee AfaraniThe present study deals with the fabrication and investigation of structure, microstructure, mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of 2209 duplex stainless steel parts made by wire arc additive manufacturing method. The formation of ferrite and austenite phases MoreThe present study deals with the fabrication and investigation of structure, microstructure, mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of 2209 duplex stainless steel parts made by wire arc additive manufacturing method. The formation of ferrite and austenite phases was confirmed by XRD analysis. There was a non-uniform distribution of ferrite and austenite phases in the microstructure of the as-welded microstructure. The tensile and Vickers microhardness tests were employed to evaluate mechanical properties. The results showed that the mean values of yield and tensile strengths were respectively 2.7 and 5.5% higher and the elongation was 4.5% lower in the welding direction than the building direction. Post-processing heat treatment at 1000 °C for 30 min led to the grain refinement of the alloy, the formation of equiaxed microstructure, increase in the austenite volume fraction, and increasing the mean hardness from 318 to 376 HV. The fractography of the tensile test specimens revealed the ductile fracture mode in all samples. Corrosion test results showed that the heat treatment improved the corrosion resistance of the alloy. Manuscript profile -
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95 - Effect of heat treatment on mechanical properties, solidification structure and segregation of Inconel 625 alloy in additive manufacturing process by DLMD method
mohammad gavahian jahromi Reza Shoja Razavi hamed Naderi fareed kermaniDirect metal laser deposition is using for rebuilding and manufacturing parts. In this method, it is imperative to check the melting and solidification conditions. In this research the effect of the primary process parameters on the microstructure has been investigated. MoreDirect metal laser deposition is using for rebuilding and manufacturing parts. In this method, it is imperative to check the melting and solidification conditions. In this research the effect of the primary process parameters on the microstructure has been investigated. Distance of the dendritic arms, and the segregation of alloy elements, to determine the mechanical properties of IN625. According to the examination of the scanning electron microscope image, by moving from the interface to the top of the cladding. The solidification structure changed from columnar dendritic to coaxial dendritic with decreased G/R ratio. From the interface to the sample’s surface, the cooling rate increased, and the spread between the dendritic arms decreased. By moving away from the interface, the distance of the dendritic arm increases. By changing the laser power from 250 to 450 watts, the G/R ratio decreased from 1252.08 ℃/〖mm〗^2 to 970.34℃/〖mm〗^2 . It was conducting heat treatment led to the uniformity of alloy elements in the background phase. Also, with heat treatment, tensile strength, and elongation increased and yield strength decreased. Manuscript profile -
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96 - Investigation of additive manufacturing of porous Ti-6Al-4V alloy: Geometry analysis for dental applications
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97 - Effect of friction stir welding parameters of aluminum alloy tubes on succeeding rotary draw bending
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98 - Explanation the implementation barriers of JiT system using ISM approach and path analysis (Case Study: Gas Industry)
mehdi ajali ezatolah asgharizadeh Just in Time (JiT) is a manufacturing/service system by initial goal of continues decreasing and finally the deleting of all of waste forms. Now, world class organizations are completely conformable about acceptation and implementation JiT manufacturing/ser More Just in Time (JiT) is a manufacturing/service system by initial goal of continues decreasing and finally the deleting of all of waste forms. Now, world class organizations are completely conformable about acceptation and implementation JiT manufacturing/service for improving of productivity and competition with competitors. Without doubt, JiT as the most strong of inventory management methodology is facing with barriers and problems. One of basic tasks of top management is identification and perception of relationship between the JiT barriers through decreasing of bad effects. Original goals of this paper are the studying of falconer barriers in successful implementation of JiT manufacturing/service in gas industry of Iran, and analyzing of reciprocal influences between barriers using interpretive structural modeling (ISM). For this purpose, the 12 barriers were identified by literature review and interview with experts. Then by distribution and gathering of 170 questioners and using statistical tests (Kolmogorov-Smirnov and mean), the main hypothesis of this research and 12 secondary hypotheses are confirmed. Also for answering to research main question (How is the relationship and sequence between barriers?), ISM approach is used, and the barriers placed in 7 Levels. Finally, the obtained structural model is confirmed using path analysis method (second order of the confirmatory factor analysis). To this order, a conceptual plan is proposed for presenting of practical program for competition by implementation barriers of JiT manufacturing/service system and improving of productivity. Manuscript profile -
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99 - R&D Strategy Model in Power Plant Equipment's Manufacturing Industries in Order to Achieve Business Objectives
ali namani seyghalan Abbas Khamseh taghi torabiPower plant equipment's manufacturing industries need to move beyond the boundaries of knowledge and technology, due to the use of advanced technologies in the production processes. What facilitates this movement is research and development in these companies. The prese MorePower plant equipment's manufacturing industries need to move beyond the boundaries of knowledge and technology, due to the use of advanced technologies in the production processes. What facilitates this movement is research and development in these companies. The present study seeks to develop a dynamic model of research and development strategy to achieve business objectives using the dynamic system modeling method as a powerful tool to analyze the factors affecting the system and analyze the relationships between them and predict future system behavior based on pre-defined scenarios. The causal loops have been extracted and modeled with the viewpoint of experts in the power industry, and Vensim software has been used for modeling. In this study, three scenarios are considered to increase the achievement of R&D strategy objectives. In the baseline scenario, it is assumed that the values of the decision parameters and levers are consistent with the past trend. In optimistic scenario, R&D budget and external collaborations will improve and the organization is more successful in attracting external funding and support for R&D projects, Also, in this scenario, the quality of project management is improved by reducing project execution time and project failure rate. In the pessimistic scenario, the above variables change in the opposite direction. The simulation results show that the 20% change in most of the variables will affect more than 20%, indicating the effectiveness of the change. Manuscript profile -
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100 - investigating the effect of porosity Percentage on heat transfer in plastic injection molds created by selective laser melting
Seyed mostafa MirTabaei Afshin Judaki Morteza Taher NiyaIt is not possible to fabricate the complex geometry of coherent cooling channels with conventional machining methods, so channels can be created in the mold using additive manufacturing processes such as selective laser melting. Parts created by selective laser melting MoreIt is not possible to fabricate the complex geometry of coherent cooling channels with conventional machining methods, so channels can be created in the mold using additive manufacturing processes such as selective laser melting. Parts created by selective laser melting always have porosity, and the amount of porosity depends on process parameters. On the other hand, the ability to make porous materials with a selective laser melting process has made these materials with features such as lower density and better heat transfer in the aerospace industry, automobile, medical uses and heat exchangers to be the attention of researchers and according to Porosity Percentage, in addition to directly affecting mechanical properties, also affects heat transfer. In this research, the effect of porosity on heat transfer in the mold was investigated. First, the model and mold were designed, in order to investigate the effect of porosity, four simulation models with volume porosity percentage of 0, 10, 20 and 30% were performed and analyzed in the software. The analysis of the results shows that the increase in the percentage of porosity in the mold causes a faster increase in temperature in the mold, also with the increase in the percentage of porosity in the mold, the speed of temperature decrease in the mold increases. And the cooling of the part happens faster. Examining the results of the maximum thermal gradient of the non-porous material compared to the material with 30% porosity shows a 21% increase in the thermal gradient in the porous material Manuscript profile -
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101 - Implementation of Internet of Things in the Manufacturing Value Chain: A Comprehensive Study in Industry of Piping
Rahimah Kassim Hasnah Mustapa Azizah Rahmat Hamad RazaThe value chain process has significant importance in the manufacturing industry for achieving operational success. In order to mitigate errors, it is essential for manufacturing firms to optimize their operational processes with utmost efficiency. The Internet of Thing MoreThe value chain process has significant importance in the manufacturing industry for achieving operational success. In order to mitigate errors, it is essential for manufacturing firms to optimize their operational processes with utmost efficiency. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a technology that effectively enhances operational excellence inside enterprises. In order to actualize the Internet of Things (IoT), it is essential for the industrial sector to actively participate in and effectively incorporate this technology into its routine operations. Numerous studies have been undertaken to explore the possibilities of the Internet of Things (IoT) for various enterprises. Nevertheless, the use of IoT remains limited in several sectors, such as the Manufacturing industry in poorer nations. The objective of this article is to identify and assess the elements that have an impact on the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) in the manufacturing sector of Malaysia. Additionally, a proposed model for the implementation of IoT in this industry will be presented. The identification of drivers was conducted by means of a comprehensive analysis of prior examinations. Additionally, a paradigm known as the technology-organization-environment (TOE) framework is suggested, drawing on the idea of information system adoption. The Delphi approach was used to conduct a survey among users of the Internet of Things (IoT), and the findings revealed that the selected parameters examined in this research had a noteworthy influence on the deployment of IoT within the manufacturing sector of Malaysia. This study aims to facilitate the comprehension of Manufacturing organizations about the many facets of Internet of Things (IoT) implementation. It seeks to enhance their business structure and investment in IoT, while also serving as a source of inspiration for researchers to delve into further research on novel factors related to IoT adoption or implementation. Manuscript profile