4. Example of application to a chain conveyor on a palletizing line

4.1 Description of the palletizing line

The example presented and used to illustrate the RCM2 approach is taken from a study conducted at a paper mill that manufactures coated packaging board from recycled paper . Board manufacture comprises three successive phases: preparation of the pulp, manufacture of the coated board with additional treatments, and preparation for delivery. The example concerns the workshop that packs and palletizes cardboard for truck transport. The palletizing...