Keep Work Moving: WIP, Workstations & Smarter Flow
Explore practical ways to reduce unnecessary handling, improve workstation flow, and keep parts closer to where the work happens. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
Structures
Too Much WIP? Too Little WIP? Both Slow You Down
Finding the right balance between stocked, moving, and waiting parts is critical to keeping production flowing.
See how modular WIP carts can help control buffers, protect parts, and reduce unnecessary handling between workstations. |
Workstation + Flow Rack: One Smart Build
When parts need to stay close to the work area, an integrated flow rack can make a big difference.
In this video, Esteban presents a modular assembly workstation built with roller tracks, wheel guides, and a stable bottom track to keep bins moving smoothly and operators focused on the task.
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Don’t Let the Coating Fool You
Flexpipe pipes may look lightweight because of their clean polyethylene coating, but the strength comes from the cold-rolled carbon steel tube inside.
This article answers one of the most common questions we hear from new users: how strong is Flexpipe, and what design factors affect load capacity?
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FREE PDF: Karakuri Kaizen Guide
Discover how simple mechanical systems can help move parts, reduce handling, and improve flow without complex automation.
Get practical examples and tips to start identifying Karakuri opportunities in your facility. |
“Without standards, there can be no improvement.”
- Taiichi Ohno |
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