What is process design? Is there an exact definition?

Achieving a process from raw materials to products

Process design refers to the general term for process procedure design and process equipment design. The core of the design for productive construction projects. It is determined based on the characteristics of industrial production, its nature, and its functions. The production processes vary from department to department. Generally speaking, the process design for industrial construction projects mainly includes the following elements: (1) Determining the production schedule for the workshop, specifying the specifications and output of the products, and defining the supply requirements for raw materials, fuel, water, electricity, labor, etc. (2) Develop the production process for the workshop, detailing the production workflow, as well as the specifications and quantities of the main and auxiliary equipment; determine the area required for the workshop, the layout of the equipment in terms of plan view and sectional height; clarify the requirements for power, steam, air, electricity, etc. and the methods to supply them; and formulate safety techniques and labor protection measures. (3) Calculate the demand for raw materials and semi-finished products in the factory, as well as the needs for transportation, communication, lighting, heating, water supply and drainage, determine the necessary working hours and labor input, and calculate fixed assets, working capital, product costs, and investment returns. (4) Establish the overall production and operation management system for the entire plant, clarify the production tasks of each workshop as well as the coordination among them, formulate systems for production and operation planning, product quality inspection, and product procurement and supply, and establish labor and production organization as well as work procedures