Factory Layout Design For Natural Fibers Sharing In Wonosobo

Abstract

Currently, many Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) consider their production spaces as small workshops without optimally considering better layout plan. As result, the space sometimes suffers from mixed functions or repurposed, deviating from the workshop’s original space functions. This problem happened because the layout did not meet factory standards planning, often resulting in compromised space circulations, safety, comfort, and cleanliness. The primary reason for the failure is financial constraints or lack of knowledge about factory layout regulations. In response, the Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (KemenKopUKM) has launched the factory sharing government program, aims to provide a platform for SMEs with similar commodities to manage their production processes simultaneously together within a cooperative framework. This research focuses on natural fiber textiles management to improve production standards, expand market reach, and facilitate collaboration among MSMEs in the natural fiber textiles industry. The study using qualitative approach to apply factory layout design methods in determining its basic form, and focuses on literature concerning fundamental simple manufacturing and workshop technology, as well as extensive field data from related case studies. The findings are expected to provide practical guidance for efficient implementation of factory sharing, particularly in the natural fiber textile industry with a case study in Wonosobo. This study aims to demonstrate how functional interior design that adheres plant layout standards can support sustainable economic development and strengthen the competitiveness of local MSMEs in the global market.