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Today’s warehouses are in a relentless race against time. With fulfillment giant Amazon setting the benchmark for click-to-ship speed at under a day, warehouse managers are constantly on the lookout for ways to trim down the fulfillment process. However, Amazon enjoys the advantages of a substantial budget and access to cutting-edge technology—luxuries that many companies…
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Today, warehouse managers are always seeking ways to make their operations more efficient. Ineffective operations can have a negative impact on the company’s bottom line, customer satisfaction, workplace safety, and more. The good news is that there are many storage systems that warehouses can use to streamline their operations, such as industrial flow racks. Flow…
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Whether you’re executing large-volume work orders or short production runs, effective inventory management can take your lean manufacturing efforts to a new level of success. But in order to reach that success, it’s important to provide your technicians with the right materials and tools to get the job done effectively and efficiently. That’s where industrial…
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In today’s ever-changing manufacturing environment, efficiency is not just a goal—it’s a must. For companies aiming to stay competitive and profitable, the adoption of lean manufacturing practices has been a game-changer. Lean manufacturing focuses on minimizing waste and optimizing processes, and its principles are increasingly combined with automation to transform workflows. At FlexMation, our goal…
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Anodizing is a frequently used technique in lean manufacturing that helps improve aluminum’s already robust qualities. When something like a t-slot aluminum extrusion is anodized, it can help increase its strength, boost its aesthetic appeal, and even add a layer of corrosion resistance. You may be wondering, is anodizing my aluminum something I should consider?…
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Aluminum is a versatile material that is widely used in a variety of industries. Lean manufacturers consistently choose it for extrusions due to its remarkable durability and exceptional load-bearing capacity. To create aluminum extrusions, aluminum profiles are subjected to high temperatures and force to shape them according to a manufacturer’s specifications. Aluminum extrusions are used…
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If you’re looking to improve the durability and appearance of aluminum extrusions and tubing, you’ve got various options to consider. Whether you’re designing industrial machinery, medical equipment, or consumer products, several options can enhance durability while maintaining aesthetics. As experts in lean manufacturing and aluminum framing systems, FlexMation can share the options designers have to…
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In industrial and warehouse environments, there are many “accidents waiting to happen” that are difficult to predict. Even after considering every possible manifestation of Murphy’s Law, there are still going to be unforeseeable events that can occur. That’s where custom aluminum enclosures from FlexMation start to make a lot of sense. These enclosures are specifically…
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Companies that prioritize lean manufacturing are always on the lookout for new ways to optimize processes. For many, that optimization starts with Bosch Rexroth EcoShape Tubular Aluminum, provided by FlexMation. This tubular aluminum framing system is lightweight, easy to assemble, and highly flexible, making it perfect for lean manufacturing. It’s accompanied by a wide range…
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Both factory automation OEMs and end-users of automated production systems understand the importance of structural framing. Unfortunately, selecting the best system for their unique requirements can be challenging. The market has a wide range of choices from suppliers offering similar systems. Some, like FlexMation, work closely with companies like Bosch Rexroth to provide the best…
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