文档介绍：EDC North Storage Project
September 7-9, 2004
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Goals of Lean Storage
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Storage conditions have a great influence on warehouse operations.
STORAGE
CHECKSORT
RECEIVING
BINNER
PICKER
SHIPPING
CONSOLIDATING
Ideal warehouse conditions - smooth flow of merchandise.
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Benefits of Lean Storage
Increased Storage Density
Reduced space requirements
Reduced capital equipment requirements
Deferred expansion
Increased Productivity
Reduced travel paths
Easier packing
Pre-sorted for stock keeping
Improved consistency supports small batch processing
Improved Safety
Reduced injuries
Lifting – store by weight
Cuts – store modity (bare parts together)
“Climbing”– store in easy reach
Increased Quality
Reduced Damage
Reduced Picking Errors
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Common Problems Associated with Poor Storage Conditions
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Common Storage Problems
Wasted Space
Very Low Density
modities
Gaskets and Metal Parts
Wasted Space
Low Density
Heavy Part
Stored High
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Common Storage Problems
Mixed Package Type
Store Vertically
Bare
Boxed
Wrapped
Wasted Space
Low Density
Heavy Part
Stored High
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Common Storage Problems
Part Location Sizing
Hard to
Reach
Locations
Bagged
Bare
Mixed Package Type
Bare
Bagged
Boxed
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Common Storage Problems
Fastest Moving Parts Not Stored in Prime Storage Areas
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7 Lean Storage Techniques
Deep Dive
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