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What is flow time in SAP EHS-SUS-PC - Product Compliance?


SAP Term: flow time

  • Component: EHS-SUS-PC

  • Component Name: Product Compliance

  • Description: A measure of the viscosity of a liquid. The flow time is used particularly with lacquers, coating compound, and similar coating materials as a coefficient for assessing the viscosity of a liquid effectively in a manner that is adequate for industrial purposes.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Flow time is a term used in the SAP EHS-SUS-PC Product Compliance component. It is the amount of time it takes for a product to move from one stage of the production process to the next. It is used to measure the efficiency of the production process and identify areas where improvements can be made. 
    
    How to use it: 
    Flow time can be measured by tracking the amount of time it takes for a product to move from one stage of the production process to the next. This can be done manually or with an automated system. The data collected can then be used to identify areas where improvements can be made in order to increase efficiency and reduce costs. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When measuring flow time, it is important to take into account any delays that may occur due to external factors such as supplier delays or machine breakdowns. This will help ensure that the data collected is accurate and can be used to make meaningful improvements. 
    
    Related Information: 
    Flow time is closely related to cycle time, which is the total amount of time it takes for a product to move through the entire production process from start to finish. Both terms are important for measuring and improving production efficiency.
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