3 min read Material handling is a common activity in most facilities. Any time a material needs to be moved from one place to another there is a risk of it being damaged, lost, or have other problems. In addition, moving things around can also make them less organized if it isn’t taken care of properly. While it […]
2 min read When implementing a visual communication strategy, the floors shouldn’t be overlooked! Using floor tape to line different areas of the facility can help people navigate, mark off hazards, and improve the workplace’s organization efforts. Painted or taped lines are often associated with safety. They can be used where vehicles and workers are traveling to create […]
2 min read When planning a new floor marking strategy for your facility, you will want to choose the best method for your facility: tape or paint? Although the default option for in the past has been paint, advancements in adhesive tape technology make floor marking tape a preferable alternative to floor paint in many industrial facilities. Industrial […]
2 min read When visitors tour industrial factories, they often see well-ordered industrial equipment set up for optimal efficiency. Many people often just attribute floor markings within industrial settings to companies attempting to improve supply chain performance through such practices as lean manufacturing. However, they would only be partially right in most cases because many of the markings […]
2 min read The 5S system has been used for years by individuals and businesses alike to increase efficiency and move organizational projects along in a, well, organized fashion. Colored floor tape, another staple of a lean workplace, is also commonly used to assist with organization and safety. How about combining the two? Let’s take a look at […]
2 min read Safety is the most important thing in any facility, and one of the best ways to improve safety is by following the OSHA standards and guidelines. OSHA offers hundreds of different requirements for all sorts of different types of facilities, and while it can sometimes be difficult to stay in compliance, the regulations are intended […]
2 min read Any facility which is looking for a way to improve the safety of their machinery, products and employees will want to consider purchasing floor marking tape corners. Like regular floor marking tape, it is durable, visible and will securely stick to most types of flooring. Rather than simply allowing you to create straight lines, however, […]
2 min read 5S vinyl floor tape is one of the most affordable and versatile items in any facility. It comes in all different colors, and there are even different durability levels for use in different situations. The tape can be used in a temporary way to mark off areas, or for permanent markings on the floor. It […]
2 min read The job of a safety manager in a factory can be quite difficult. There is an endless list of potential hazards which need to be considered, most of which simply can’t be eliminated. Much of the job is about evaluating risk and finding ways to minimize it as much as possible. In situations where there […]
2 min read For visitors to many factories, warehouses, and other facilities, it can be quite odd to walk through an area and see colored dots on the floor. People may look at all the employees working in the area and wonder why there are polka-dots covering different parts of the floor. The fact is, however, these floor […]
