5S

We often view industrial production floors as a potential source of danger. A liquid spill could cause an employee to slip, a badly worn surface may increase wear on tow motor equipment, or line striping meant to warn workers about potentially dangerous conditions can wear off and become useless. Your floor is that common element ... Read more

We blogged previously about the important role a new industrial floor plays in a 5S initiative. But, how do you effectively manage a major floor renovation, while keeping your sanity, during your 5S project? A 5S project encompasses a cultural change that involves a lot of work from a lot of people…and a lot of ... Read more

Floors are often overlooked in an industrial manufacturing environment. Dirt from foot and forklift traffic, or dark bare concrete, can dull a facility’s appearance, making for a dreary atmosphere. A bright, shiny yet slip-resistant floor can heighten facility aesthetics, while increasing employee morale by making your facility brighter and safer. When it comes to productivity ... Read more

Color coding is a key part of Lean Manufacturing techniques.   It’s easy to use color to indicate the status of your production processes.  Just like a traffic light, green says everything is ok to proceed, yellow advises caution moving ahead and red indicates a problem requiring you to stop.  This color process makes it easy ... Read more

What are your goals for your workplace? If a clean, lean manufacturing environment that boasts high efficiency, less waste and improved productivity and worker satisfaction is your ultimate aim, it may be time to implement the 5S engineering concept and consider a 5s production floor. Specifically, you can get started by putting the first three ... Read more