produktionsserie

Produktionsserie, commonly translated as production series or production batch, is a manufacturing concept referring to a set of identical units produced in a single run using the same equipment, processes, and materials. The idea is to manufacture a defined quantity before introducing a changeover to a new batch or product variant.

In planning terms, a produksionsserie is a discrete lot or lot size that determines how many units are produced before the next changeover. It relies on a stable bill of materials, routing, and production resources. The batch size is influenced by factors such as setup and changeover times, production capacity, demand, and inventory considerations. Producing in series can create economies of scale, reduce unit costs, simplify quality control, and improve schedule predictability.

A serien of production contrasts with continuous production, where items flow through the process without discrete start-stop batches, and with job-based or one-off production, where each unit or job may differ. Typical management concerns for a produksjonsserie include determining optimal batch size, minimizing changeover time, and ensuring traceability and quality within the batch. Quality is often monitored batch-wise, and defects can affect all units within the same production run.

Common applications include automotive components, electronics assemblies, and consumer goods manufactured in repeating, standardized runs. The concept underpins many enterprise planning systems and is central to discussions of batch sizing, inventory control, and production scheduling.