5S Lean
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Increase Efficiency and Organization with Akro‑Mils and 5S Lean sort • set in order • shine • standardize • sustain + safety

sort • set in order • shine • st 5S Lean and Akro‑Mils 5S Lean is a methodology to improve efficiencies and enhance operational performance. By incorporating industry-leading products from Akro‑Mils, you can easily: • Improve inventory levels • Boost employee morale through empowerment • Reduce inventory cost and accountability • Create extra workspace • Identify problems faster • Improve safety • Promote stronger • Decrease downtime communication among teams • Develop control through visual cues

tandardize • sustain + safety Converting your workplace to 5S Lean with Akro‑Mils products is smart business! Organizations that invest in a 5S process gain productivity, create higher quality products and lower operating costs by simply implementing a system of waste removal, visual identification and efficient use of space. Whether choosing bins, containers or carts from our extensive selection, or creating a custom system, Akro‑Mils’ innovative products and services add value at every stage of your 5S operation – improving your productivity and performance!

sort Reduce-Remove-Renew Sort it out! The first step is to organize the work areas, leaving only those tools and materials necessary to perform daily activities. • Use Akro‑Mils bins to sort and separate like parts in small or large work spaces • Bins feature large hopper front for easy access and faster picking • AkroBins® are available in 14 sizes and 7 colors for total visualization. Five additional colors are available in limited sizes • Clear bins provide maximum visibility and easy identification of supplies • Shelf Bins and ShelfMax® Bins will fit on new or existing shelving systems...

• Use Akro‑Mils mobile carts, platform trucks or dollies to temporarily hold and transport redtagged items for removal • emove and relocate unnecessary items R from the work area • Use Akro‑Mils Attached Lid Containers, Nest & Stack Totes and Super-Size AkroBins® to store unnecessary items away from the work area until a decision can be made to keep or dispose of them Akro‑Mils offers a variety of products to assist during the sort stage. Organizing the items that you have will help to determine what is needed and lay the foundation for your 5S program. 800-253-2467 • akro-mils.com

Frequently used work station materials and tools should be arranged so that all needed items are easy to get to and accessible for anyone to find. • ork areas should be organized in a way that W makes the most efficient uses of shelving, racks, counter areas and floor space, keeping frequently used items within reach • AkroBins®, Shelf Bins and ShelfMax® Bins let you store items used together close to each other • rderliness eliminates waste in production and O clerical activities • Use 1:1 labeling. Label both the bin and its space on the shelf to ensure parts are always returned to their...

• ire and steel shelving systems create customized W storage systems to fit any workspace • kro‑Mils mobile systems are versatile centers that A keep items organized and within reach at all times Designated Areas • se bar codes, Akro‑Mils adhesive labels or Akro‑Mils U card holders on bins or shelving units for accurate inventory control • se parking spots for mobile waste receptacles, carts, U hand trucks and dollies Create a clutter-free workspace by using Akro‑Mils products. AkroBins and Shelf Bins give you the flexibility to customize storage areas through color coding. We also offer...

shine Polish-Protect-Prevent Prevent dirt from accumulating and develop a cleaning maintenance schedule to help protect parts and equipment from dirt, dust and debris. • Checking the condition of equipment should be included as a cleaning task to help identify early warning signs of unplanned breakdowns • Store materials securely with lids to keep items clean and protected • Akro-Grids have divider options to customize individual compartments for parts, plus optional lids to keep out dust and debris • Many Akro‑Mils plastic products are resistant to oils, chemicals and weak acids •...

• Easy-to-clean Nest & Stack Totes and Attached Lid Containers nest when empty for efficient organization and storage Many Akro‑Mils products have lids available to prevent dust and dirt from accumulating on supplies. Items such as Universal Hanging Bins, Attached Lid Containers, Nest & Stack Totes, Akro-Grids, InSight® Bins and AkroBins® help protect your products and keep items clean.

Systematic Approach • Now that you have created an organizational system, develop procedures to keep your 5S method in operation standardize Best Practice Methods Benchmarking and evaluation tactics should be utilized to maintain a consistent approach for carrying out tasks and procedures. • Never run out of inventory by implementing a Kanban system. The Kanban Extended Label Holder uses a bright orange indicator flag to show a bin needs to be restocked. • I ndicator® Two-Tone Bins simplify visual recognition when supplies need to be replenished – never run out again! • Super-Size AkroBins®...

• Easy Flow Gravity Hopper bins and racks are designed with an angled top opening for easy, consistent filling every time • The 31620 smaller size option includes FIFO sliding shelf divider to help eliminate waste and expiration of product • y standardizing operator work stations, non-valueB added tasks are removed or corrected, which reduces downtime and increases output and efficiency Akro‑Mils’ bins, carts and hoppers help create universal standards for each process such as color coding, labeling and uniform sizes. Consistent and clear standards will make the 5th S, sustain, easier to...