Enhancing Manufacturing Efficiency
The Role of Material Handling Machines and CABINET VISION
Staying competitive requires continuous improvement in productivity, workflow optimisation, and safety. Advanced technologies such as Material Handling Machines (MHS) integrated with CABINET VISION can streamline operations.
Gordon, Noel and George from Planit Australia onsite.
Transforming Workflow and Productivity
Brett, Operations Manager at Supreme Kitchens in Adelaide, described the productivity improvements as “transformative!”. Supreme Kitchens is now running at full capacity with a consistent output and adjustments made in real time, ensuring that workflows are continuously improved.
The integration of MHS with CABINET VISION has allowed Brett’s team to automate many of the inefficient, manual tasks which has simplified the process and reduced unnecessary handling allowing operators to meet production demands, even during peak times.
For Leevi, Setout Coordinator at Universal Cabinets & Designs in Western Australia, the new system is a “game-changer!”. “The integration of CABINET VISION and MHS has significantly improved efficiency by reducing errors and minimising wastage,” he says.
The system’s requirement for precise cut requests fosters greater accountability and cuts down on common mistakes. The time saved by eliminating manual tasks is substantial, allowing Leevi’s team to focus more on critical front-end tasks.
Meeting Deadlines and Managing Larger Projects
Brett (Supreme Kitchens, SA), explains that streamlined workflows and material handling have created fewer delays in production so the team can work faster and more efficiently, even when dealing with large volumes of work.
Leevi (Universal Cabinets & Designs, WA) shares similar sentiments. “The seamless nesting capabilities in CABINET VISION also contribute to significant reductions in errors and inefficiencies, particularly when handling complex designs,” he says.
Automated backend processes allow the team to focus on the tasks that require human expertise, while the software takes care of the repetitive, time-consuming tasks. This enhanced ability to scale operations allows the company to grow with confidence.
Improved Workplace Safety
Brett notes that automation of material handling processes reduces and better organises the overall movement of workers and materials through the facility, leading to a safer working environment.
Leevi’s company has experienced similar safety benefits. The automation of material handling has led to a more organised factory floor, with fewer materials left in high-traffic areas, which clears up space for additional workstations.
A Seamless Integration for Future Growth
Brett’s team has embraced the changes, with operators becoming more proficient in their use of the systems. Leevi has seen his company transform from a smaller, more informal operation to a professional, highly efficient manufacturing business.
The integration of Material Handling Machines and CABINET VISION software has proved to be a powerful combination that not only improves day-to-day operations but also positions cabinet makers and joiners for long-term success.