A New Algorithm to Find Optimal Solution for SALBP Problem

Assembly line balancing is an attractive means of mass manufacturing and large-scale serial production systems. Traditionally, assembly lines are arranged in straight single-model lines and the problem is known as ‘Simple Assembly Line Balancing problem’ (SALBP). The objectives of this case study research are to investigate the performance of generalized assembly line – currently which is dedicated to effectively manufacturing the end product (a tricycle), to identify the opportunity of re-balancing the existing assembly line, and to consider alternative optimal solutions to this traditional flow line balancing. With regard to the traditional assembly-line layout, perhaps the greatest problems the operations department is facing today are the high levels of boredom, absenteeism, personnel turnover, and dissatisfaction among assembly-line workers. In order to overcome the negative consequences experienced from traditional assembly line, re-balancing of generalized assembly lines is particularly essential. Through the analysis of re-balancing the existing assembly line, it has been identified that an existing balance might have been changed to accommodate changes in the work force and the desired output rate in order to cope up with the demand variation of the product.