Agile Devices and
Creform Applications
Agile refers to system properties that are:
(1) Simple: simple design,
simple tools, simple assembly
(2) Mobile: portable, lightweight
devices
(3) Adjustable: devices may
quickly and easily reflect changes in the work environment, the product,
and the product demand
(4) Reusable: materials may
be reused as products, processes, or assembly volumes change. The life
of the device may be geared to the life of the job, and then workers may
reuse the components in a new device or system configuration.
Agile devices directly address issues of material handling, storage, and parts presentation/positioning for the workers. In this capacity they address the largest components of waste reduction: storage and handling. Lean/Agile devices also contribute to good workplace organization and visual structuring techniques. Creform Material Handling Systems are examples of Agile operations.
Visit our pages of Creform applications for examples of Agile devices or the Philosophies and Concepts page for more information on process improvement and error-reduction.