Feature ‘Ask the expert’


Make 2012 the year to adopt time and cost saving measures


A new year presents the ideal opportunity to introduce a whole new approach to streamlining any factory environment. Brady’s Liz Gallagher reminds us that a few simple changes in place can save you serious amounts in time and money whatever the size or sector of your facility


On demand signmaking


systems will save time and money


global brands so we have a valuable heritage in asset tracking and protec- tion at every level. Web link - http://tinyurl.com/ccqtr33


Incorrect lubrica- tion causes a large number of machine breakdowns


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he ability to produce signage in- house is invaluable both from a safety and logistics perspective. With the ability to produce on- demand, legible signs you can immediately alert your workers to any potentially unsafe area or situation saving possible accidents. Similarly, if you need to temporarily re-route depot or despatch traffic, clear and custom- produced signage is a much cheaper and more efficient option than deploy- ing personnel on re-direction duty. Web link - http://tinyurl.com/c8mh2tm


Portable lockout/tagout stations One of our most successful and simple lockout/tagout solutions is our portable kit range. Why? People are far more likely to use equipment if it is close to hand and convenient for them to access. Additionally, if a machine that needs to be locked out has to be left unattended while an employee hunts around for a suitable lockout device, what guarantee is there that an accident won’t occur in the meantime? Web link - http://tinyurl.com/bmjhl3j


Lean – a common-sense approach I know a lot of managers steer clear of management schemes thinking it’s all about jargon and buzzwords. While I


Factory Equipment JANUARY 2012


can’t speak for all schemes I do know that the visual workplace seminars I have attended have made perfect sense and offer a lot of opportunity for sav- ings in both time and outlay. Take maintenance as an example. Did you know that lubrication errors are one of the most common causes of equipment failure? To reduce the risk of this kind of breakdown ensure employees know: a) the correct lubricant for any particular machine, b) how to readily detect the proper levels, and c) how to apply the right amount in the right place. Colour coding visual markers is quick, easy and shows at-a-glance what action needs to be taken. Web link - http://tinyurl.com/d8ydxsh


Asset tracking – capital expenditure protected How much of your company’s capital is tied up in company equipment such as laptops? More than you’d probably care to admit perhaps. How safe and secure is all that portable hardware? Barcodes and software can monitor the use and status of equipment, protect- ing your investment and information. Over the years our brand protection division has grown to offer the most sophisticated anti-counterfeiting methods to some of the best-known


Pipe marking - GHS compliant? Don’t be caught out by new legislation. Our new range of pipemarkers ensures you can be fully compliant with the new GHS symbols and pictograms. Clear pipemarking not only identifies what a pipe is carrying, but should also indicate direction of flow to not only save time but also potential acci- dents. Brady’s pipemarkers are manu- factured to withstand the rigours of life underwater, on an oil or petrol platform or simply in harsh industrial situations. The identification lasts and remains durable for years. Web link - http://tinyurl.com/bvrfx6m


Well, I hope I may have given you some inspiration to investigate a few changes and improvements. As ever if you want to book a free, no-obligation site visit please contact us at csuk@brady_europe.com or visit us our website.


Brady T: 01295 228288 www.en.bradyeurope.com


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Employees will be more likely to use lockout/tagout kits if they are near to hand


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