Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

continuous-process

Noun
/kənˈtɪn.ju.əs ˈprəʊ.ses/
Definition
A continuous-process refers to a manufacturing or production system that operates without interruption, allowing for the ongoing stream of output.
Examples
  • The oil refinery uses a continuous-process to ensure efficiency in converting crude oil to gasoline.
  • In continuous-process manufacturing, machines are running 24/7 to maximize productivity.
Meaning
It describes a method of production where the processes run continuously, often with raw materials being fed into the system at one end and finished products being produced at the other.
Synonyms
  • Uninterrupted process
  • Continuous production
  • Flow production