Process layout is employed for

A Batch production
B Continuous type of product
C Effective utilization of machines
D All of the above

Correct Answer: Batch production

Process layout is a design for the floor plan of a plant which aims to improve efficiency by arranging equipment according to its function.
The production line should ideally be designed to eliminate waste in material flows, inventory handling and management.
It is also known as function layout.
In this layout machining operation are performed in group together and not arranged according to any sequence.
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