Cutting Flexpipe tubes cleanly and safely is the first step to building reliable modular structures. Whether you’re assembling a cart, rack, or workstation, the right tool makes all the difference in precision, safety, and efficiency. Over the years, our team and customers have tested dozens of cutting tools — from manual to high-end electric models. … Continued
Assembling a Flexpipe structure can be an easy process and can be made even quicker if you use the appropriate tools. All Flexpipe joint sets are assembled with the same nuts and bolts. As such, you’ll just need a 5-mm hex head tool to carry out your project. Depending on the scope of the project, … Continued
When it comes to setting up the process to assemble pipe and joint projects, there are certain principles you’ll want to keep in mind. We’ve drawn up the following list of 10 steps to follow, so the construction of your structure goes as smoothly as possible. Read on for the details! Before setting up a … Continued
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Now that you have determined the people most suited to building your Flexpipe structures, here’s a list to help you choose the perfect candidate according to their primary personality traits. The factor which will most influence the success of your project is the personality of the individual or the team who is assembling the structure. … Continued
How to go from a good idea to a great idea? Or what’s the difference between a good idea and a great idea? Good ideas come along all the time and help people solve minor problems. Great ideas appear a little less frequently and require a bit more work to execute. Your first idea isn’t … Continued
One of the most frequent concerns we hear is “I don’t have the manpower to do it”. The answer to this depends on many factors but there’re several options. However, it will vary based on your resources, budget, time, available space, location and how big your project is. Here’s a top 8 of the most … Continued
The Flexpipe Crib is a storage structure that requires assembly. The structure will allow you, among other things, to organize your various modular system parts, make the system far more intuitive to use. This equipment may appear to be somewhat costly to the uninitiated. However, by reading below, you’ll get a comprehensive overview of the … Continued
In lean manufacturing, the general rule of thumb is that anyone should be able to walk into a workplace and identify the flow of work being done within 60 seconds. One of the easiest and most effective ways to visually accomplish this goal is through the use of 5S floor marking. The proper use of … Continued
Lean suggests the elimination of large packaging. The use of small lots often requires constant supply. Gravity flow racks help realize this approach with a continuous flow in the factory. Flow racks are usually supplied from behind, and parts are consumed on the other side. Gravity racks can be used on the assembly lines or … Continued
