Beschreibung (Langtext)

This handbook introduces a methodical approach and pragmatic concept for the planning and design of changeable factories that act in strategic alliances to supply the ever-changing needs of the global market.
In the first part, the change drivers of manufacturing enterprises and the resulting new challenges are considered in detail with focus on an appropriate change potential.
The second part concerns the design of the production facilities and systems on the factory levels work place, section, building and site under functional, organisational, architectural and strategic aspects keeping in mind the environmental, health and safety aspects including corporate social responsibility.
The third part is dedicated to the planning and design method that is based on a synergetic interaction of process and space. The accompanying project management of the planning and construction phase and the facility management for the effective utilization of the built premises close the book.



The Authors



Prof. em. Dr.-Ing. Dr. mult. h.c. Hans-Peter Wiendahl  has been director for 23 years of the Institute of Factory planning and Logistics at the Leibniz University of Hannover in Germany.


Prof. Dipl.-Ing. Architekt BDA Jürgen Reichardt is Professor at the Muenster school of architecture and partner of RMA Reichardt – Maas – Associate  Architects in Essen Germany.


Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Peter Nyhuis is Managing Director of the Institute of Factory Planning and Logistics at the Leibniz University of Hannover in Germany.

Concise overview of manufacturing and logistics systems, as well as factory buildings and services

Introduction to changeability and application of change enablers

Proven guideline for the factory planner from goal setting to ramp up with the help of check-lists, tables and graphical illustrations

Description of integrated project management followed by facility management with due consideration for professional, organizational and environmental concerns

Case-studies and examples of changeable and communication friendly factories