Question: Vernon Inc. has analyzed the setup time on its computer - controlled lathe. The setup requires changing the type of fixture that holds a part.

Vernon Inc. has analyzed the setup time on its computer-controlled lathe. The setup requires changing the type of fixture that holds a part. The average setup time has been 140 minutes, consisting of the following steps:
Turn off machine and remove fixture from lathe 15 minutes
Go to tool room with fixture 15
Record replacement of fixture to tool room 18
Return to lathe 20
Clean lathe 20
Return to tool room 20
Record withdrawal of new fixture from tool room 12
Return to lathe 15
Install new fixture and turn on machine 5
Total setup time 140 minutes

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