Modular storage & handling

Most often this involves making changes to the handling and storage of components, sub-assemblies and finished products to create ergonomic working environments that reduce the number of actions needed to complete a task or process. Manufacturers can then be more responsive to changing conditions and offer greater flexibility to their customers. They can shorten the value chain, invoice earlier, reduce inventory and save costs.

An increasingly popular way to support lean manufacturing is with modular storage and handling systems such as Trilogiq’s Graphit system, available in the UK from The Tube & Bracket Company. These comprise tubing, connectors and accessories that can be assembled into structures such as live storage, carts, trolleys and ergonomic workstations.

Modular systems reduce production line design costs because components are inexpensive, interchangeable and reusable. One Tube & Bracket Company customer upgraded and improved manufacturing processes on two UK sites in days rather than weeks using modular line-side racks.