Services performed in this market include the following:
Make versus buy studies for components and manufacturing processes.
Material flow studies for forklift and tugger operations using static and dynamic simulation to model kan-ban, timed routes, or electronic pull type systems.
In-plant logistics planning for pick & pack areas, bulk warehousing, centralized material areas, sequencing centers, etc.
Workstation and line display design and development using workplace planning tools and two or three dimensional CAD layouts by station.
Direct labor studies and line balancing using standardized time study data such as MOST or MODAPTS for production operations.
Lean systems design using value stream mapping, 5S workplace design, production assembly documentation, etc.
Six Sigma and error proofing methodization which includes tooling studies, process analyses, tgw studies, poke a yoke, and andon systems.
Ergonomic studies for direct and indirect labor activities.
