Abstract
This paper investigates design for remanufacture in terms of both detailed new product design and the environmental performance in which modularization and reversed production may operate. We examine the medical equipment industry and their potential contributions to the implementation of green supply chain in the healthcare sector. An exploratory case study of medical equipment supply chain is presented when considering the life cycle of the product can be managed through the modularization strategies. Preliminary findings indicate that design-for-disassembly of modules make equipment easier to disassemble increasing the chances of reuse of valuable components and a better final disposal of scrap.
Original language | English |
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Publication date | 2014 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Publication status | Published - 2014 |
Event | The 21st International Annual EurOMA Conference 2014: Operations Management in an Innovation Economy - University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy Duration: 20 Jun 2014 → 25 Jun 2014 Conference number: 21 http://www.euroma2014italy.org/ |
Conference
Conference | The 21st International Annual EurOMA Conference 2014 |
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Number | 21 |
Location | University of Palermo |
Country/Territory | Italy |
City | Palermo |
Period | 20/06/2014 → 25/06/2014 |
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