ELECTRIC MOTORS WORKSHOP
When motors came into the workshop, they were delivered on timber pallets. As heavy metal components that weigh up to 500kg, timber pallet transport is not compliant or ideal for motors of this size.
Once the motors were stripped down by mechanical staff and separated into parts, another issue arose. Items often sat on the same timber pallets for months at a time, as the workshop waited for new parts to complete projects.
Efficiency and safety issues caused by the existing storage system included:
- Floor space taken up by multiple pallets
- Lack of organisation with parts storage
- Stripped down motor parts stored on pallets for months at a time
- Parts being mixed up or lost, causing stock discrepancies
- Timber pallets that degraded, broke or popped a board
- Damage to parts while in storage
- Risk of manual handling incidents with unstrapped parts on failing pallets
- General safety issues
This busy electric motor workshop was limited by its insufficient, unsafe storage. The workshop operator turned to DAYWALK for a solution fit for high voltage parts storage.
COST OF WORKSHOP COMPONENT DAMAGE
These critical parts were kept unrestrained in the workshop, either on the floor or placed on wood pallets. This lack of suitable storage meant that motor parts could easily be lost, misplaced or damaged.
While the projected cost of this challenge varies, the estimated ROI for suitable storage equipment was significant. These structural and machined parts are among the most expensive parts for heavy equipment, due to materials and precision manufacturing.
Estimated replacement cost of missing or damaged part:
- Cylinder blocks $1,500-$5,000+
- Drive shaft $500-$2,000
- Valve plate $500-$2,000
- Housing $1,000-$3,000
Equipment downtime:
- Workshop delays $100s+ per day
- Client awaiting repair $1,000s+ per day
BENEFITS OF STEEL MESH CAGES
Durable Storage
Galvanised steel mesh cages provide a long-term storage solution, lasting decades.
Easily Relocatable
The required component parts can be stored together in the cage, then moved by forklift or pallet jack when needed.
Stackable Cages
These cages can be stacked 2-4 high, allowing floor space to be maximised, instead of wasted with standard pallets.
DAYWALK saw the opportunity to add value and efficiency with cage storage, when compared to failing wood pallets.
Steel mesh cages with fold down gates were provided to ensure safe, organised and protected storage.
These in-stock standard cage solutions were immediately utilised to gain space and organisation for the motor workshop.
STEEL CAGE STORAGE SOLUTION
To get the parts off the pallets, away from the floor and into an organised and protected space, DAYWALK recommended our heavy-duty steel cages.
These mesh cages offer a range of benefits for workshops, including:
- Stackable storage to maximise floor space
- Pallet racking compatible
- Durable steel mesh construction
- Full visibility of the parts stored
- Removable half fold-down gate for staff access
- Anti-tipping bars and cambered safety under-rails for safe placement
- Reduces hazards and handling risks
- Move with forklift or pallet jack
- Long-term storage to suit variety of parts
- Off-the-shelf product that’s always available
Implementing the steel cage system for the workshop allowed workflow to improve. Safety issues can be resolved, floor space is optimised, and parts inventory will remain organised and visible for staff.
Another benefit is that the cages could be loaded at a warehouse, then delivered straight to the production line. This negated the need for workshop staff to enter the warehouse or help themselves to parts. The cages provided a contained storage solution, so all staff could easily keep track of the parts.
