Versatile Workstation Is Right Prescription for Medical Manufacturer
A medical device manufacturer who has been using Creform-built structures in its production facilities was faced with the problem of providing workstations for use in both its shipping and production departments to associates of various heights. The workstations needed to be mobile, have multiple flow levels for component container feeding and the presentation of shipping supplies, while also being height adjustable.
In response, Creform Corp. of Greer, SC designed new height-adjustable, mobile workstations that provided the manufacturer with versatility, good ergonomics, and convenience. The workstations are built using the Creform System of plastic-coated steel pipes, metal joints, and accessories. As mobile structures, they can be easily moved to any point in a warehouse or production cell so that associates can perform needed tasks. The unique Ergo Lift feature can raise or lower the units up to 12 in. with a simple hand crank.
Easy-to-Use Lift Feature
Comprised of 4 hydraulic cylinders secured to each of the workstation's vertical legs, the Ergo Lift system raises both the work surface and the entire structure at the same time. Since the medical device manufacturer has multi-shift operations with people of various statures using the workstations, emloyees can quickly and easily raise or lower the units to their respective heights. The system's lift capacity is 1,000 lb.
The workstations have a plastic work surface that spans across the front. Three flow levels above the work surface all have skatewheel conveyors and slide pipe for FIFO presentation with an angle created with slide pipe that enhances product visibility and physical access. The work surface can be set for stand-up or sit-down situations and its size is easily modified if required.
Because the unit is made with Creform metal joints it can be easily modified or configured. The unit shown here is 72 in. W x 65 in. H x 50 in. D and has four 4 in. swivel, locking casters for easy rolling and positioning.
Creform provides a wide selection of pipe colors so structures can easily be color coded by department or use. ESD pipe is also available for anti-static applications. A wide variety of accessories are available including information sheet holders, label holders, tool storage, overhead lighting, hooks for hanging tools and supplies.
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