Manufacturing

Most manufacturers know the importance of Lean 5S methodologies and the custom-branded

cleaning station from Lean 5S Products UK Ltd can play an important part in increasing

efficiency, saving time, and working safely.

Lean 5S Products’ cleaning station is a printed visual aid that allows cleaning equipment to

be fixed onto a wall-mounted, free-standing or mobile frame. The advantage of this is that the

station shows the shadow of each piece of equipment, which quickly indicates missing tools,

and allows for quick and efficient storage of equipment after use.

Colour-coded equipment is also available, to assist workers in putting items away quickly at

the end of a job, and to quickly identify the right tool to use. In food areas, colour-coded

equipment can also be of importance in avoiding cross-contamination.

Shadow boards follow the Lean 5S management methodology of “a place for everything, and

everything in its place,” to enable workplaces to organise jobs better and reduce waste.

Anna McCarthy, Lean 5S Products Director, said “There is little doubt that Manufacturers,

whether they are large established brands, public sector bodies or SMEs, can benefit from

the addition of optimised processes and efficient practices to minimise waste. Our range of

visual workplace solutions helps our clients to quickly and easily implement this ideology

and promote a culture of ownership within the workplace."

There are many benefits of working via the lean management methodology and cleaning

station shadow boards allow workers to improve processes, speed up jobs, and improve

efficiency, as well as maintaining a tidy and organised work area.

If staff have never been introduced to Lean 5S before, these boards can be an excellent

introduction to the concept, and will also encourage ergonomic work practices, reducing

accidents and strains as staff no longer have to bend and stretch to reach the tools that they

need.

With a smart, professionally branded and colour-coded station, workplaces can feel brighter

and tidier. The stations can promote a culture of ownership among staff, encouraging them to

take more pride in their work.

Benefits also extend to eliminating waste and improving maintenance with less downtime,

quicker detection of tools that need replacing or repairing, and a clear indication if any tools

or parts have been lost. Staff no longer need to spend time looking for the right tools to do

their job. 5S Cleaning Stations are suitable for inside or outside use, with a durable and

scratch-resistant finish, and are laminated for extra protection required in the food industry.

Stations can also be supplied as a mobile unit or as a free-standing option.

Lean 5S Products UK Ltd can be contacted on 01233 840999 for more information