WHAT CAN BE DONE TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF TIMES MATERIAL IS MOVED OR HANDLED?

• Optimize the movement of materials to eliminate unnecessary manual handling steps. Options include:

• • Combining operation locations.
  • Shortening carrying distances.
  • Monitoring inventory so that stock is not moved more than necessary.
• Use conveyors, slides, or chutes to link workstations/storage areas or reduce carrying distance.
• Use an "air" table to help slide packages across a surface.
• Use vertical […]

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