{"id":65895,"date":"2025-06-10T16:32:41","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T20:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/?page_id=65895"},"modified":"2025-10-03T15:53:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T19:53:00","slug":"material-handling-solutions-aerospace-industry","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/material-handling-solutions-aerospace-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Lean Tools and Material Handling for Aerospace Manufacturers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-51281 size-full\" alt=\"Custom racking system\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-scaled.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-375x281.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-24x18.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-36x27.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/custom-racking-blue-aerospace-48x36.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(70deg,rgb(0,0,0) 0%,rgba(0,0,0,0.38) 98%)\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lean Tools and Material Handling for Aerospace Manufacturers<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>From the smallest fastener to the most advanced avionics and electronics, every step within aerospace manufacturing must be lean. Optimized material handling for aerospace manufacturers demands the very best of its workforce and every employee\u2019s never-ending commitment to excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal extends far beyond just controlling costs. It\u2019s about ensuring high repeatability of processes, manufacturing, and assembling pinpoint precision parts, and fostering trust and confidence in the public by placing safety, reliability, and dependability at the forefront of every action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Success in this environment requires lean tools for aerospace production. One of these lean tools includes using steel tubes and joints to make modular, scalable material handling structures.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-container typography\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#eaeaea\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"root-eb-toc-0nol1 wp-block-essential-blocks-table-of-contents\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-toc-0nol1 \"><div class=\"eb-toc-container eb-toc-0nol1  eb-toc-is-not-sticky eb-toc-collapsible eb-toc-initially-collapsed eb-toc-scrollToTop style-1 list-style-none\" data-scroll-top=\"false\" data-scroll-top-icon=\"fas fa-angle-up\" data-collapsible=\"true\" data-sticky-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-sticky=\"false\" data-scroll-target=\"scroll_to_toc\" data-copy-link=\"false\" data-editor-type=\"\" data-hide-desktop=\"false\" data-hide-tab=\"false\" data-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-itemCollapsed=\"false\" data-highlight-scroll=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-toc-header\"><h2 class=\"eb-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"eb-toc-wrapper hide-content\" data-headers=\"[{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;1. The Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing Environments&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;1. The Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing Environments&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;1-the-demands-of-aerospace-manufacturing-environments&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe\\u2019s Flexlab Design Services&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe\\u2019s Flexlab Design Services&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;flexpipes-flexlab-design-services&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;2. Why Aerospace Modular Workstations Thrive in Aerospace&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;2. Why Aerospace Modular Workstations Thrive in Aerospace&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;2-why-aerospace-modular-workstations-thrive-in-aerospace&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Highly Adaptable Solution for Complex Layouts&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Highly Adaptable Solution for Complex Layouts&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;highly-adaptable-solution-for-complex-layouts&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;In-House Assembly and Adjustments&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;In-House Assembly and Adjustments&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;in-house-assembly-and-adjustments&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;High-Strength Steel with Excellent Wear and Impact Resistance&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;High-Strength Steel with Excellent Wear and Impact Resistance&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;high-strength-steel-with-excellent-wear-and-impact-resistance&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Ideal for Aerospace Production Line Efficiency&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Ideal for Aerospace Production Line Efficiency&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;ideal-for-aerospace-production-line-efficiency&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;3. Smart Material Handling for Aerospace Manufacturers&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;3. Smart Material Handling for Aerospace Manufacturers&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;3-smart-material-handling-for-aerospace-manufacturers&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;4. Optimized Lean Workstations for Aerospace Technicians&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;4. Optimized Lean Workstations for Aerospace Technicians&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;4-optimized-lean-workstations-for-aerospace-technicians&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;5. Multiple Work Cell Layouts for Improved Workflow&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;5. Multiple Work Cell Layouts for Improved Workflow&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;5-multiple-work-cell-layouts-for-improved-workflow&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;6. Integration With Other Lean Tools for Aerospace Manufacturing&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;6. Integration With Other Lean Tools for Aerospace Manufacturing&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;6-integration-with-other-lean-tools-for-aerospace-manufacturing&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Improves 5S Initiatives.&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Improves 5S Initiatives.&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-improves-5s-initiatives&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Improves Worker Safety&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Improves Worker Safety&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-improves-worker-safety&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Simplifies Continuous Improvement&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Simplifies Continuous Improvement&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-simplifies-continuous-improvement&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Makes Shop Floors Lean&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Makes Shop Floors Lean&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-makes-shop-floors-lean&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;7. 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Getting Started with Flexpipe&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;8. Getting Started with Flexpipe&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;8-getting-started-with-flexpipe&quot;},{&quot;level&quot;:3,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;Build your First Project with a Starter Kit&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Build your First Project with a Starter Kit&quot;,&quot;link&quot;:&quot;build-your-first-project-with-a-starter-kit&quot;}]\" data-visible=\"[false,true,true,true,true,true]\" data-delete-headers=\"[{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;1. The Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing Environments&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;1-the-demands-of-aerospace-manufacturing-environments&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe\\u2019s Flexlab Design Services&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;flexpipes-flexlab-design-services&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;2. 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Integration With Other Lean Tools for Aerospace Manufacturing&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;6-integration-with-other-lean-tools-for-aerospace-manufacturing&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Improves 5S Initiatives.&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-improves-5s-initiatives&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Improves Worker Safety&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-improves-worker-safety&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Simplifies Continuous Improvement&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-simplifies-continuous-improvement&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Flexpipe Makes Shop Floors Lean&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;flexpipe-makes-shop-floors-lean&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;7. Real-World Applications&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;7-real-world-applications&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Landing Gear Manufacturer Saves 40% on workstations and other Aerospace Lean manufacturing Structures.&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;landing-gear-manufacturer-saves-40-on-workstations-and-other-aerospace-lean-manufacturing-structures&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Electronic Manufacturer Uses Flexpipe to Increase Production Volume by 300%&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;electronic-manufacturer-uses-flexpipe-to-increase-production-volume-by-300&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Commercial Diagnostics Company Uses Flexpipe to Increase Productivity by 25% and Reduce Shop Floor Space by 20%&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;commercial-diagnostics-company-uses-flexpipe-to-increase-productivity-by-25-and-reduce-shop-floor-space-by-20&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;8. Getting Started with Flexpipe&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;8-getting-started-with-flexpipe&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false},{&quot;label&quot;:&quot;Build your First Project with a Starter Kit&quot;,&quot;value&quot;:&quot;build-your-first-project-with-a-starter-kit&quot;,&quot;isDelete&quot;:false}]\" data-smooth=\"true\" data-top-offset=\"-225\"><div class=\"eb-toc__list-wrap\"><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#1-the-demands-of-aerospace-manufacturing-environments\">1. The Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing Environments<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#flexpipes-flexlab-design-services\">Flexpipe\u2019s Flexlab Design Services<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#2-why-aerospace-modular-workstations-thrive-in-aerospace\">2. Why Aerospace Modular Workstations Thrive in Aerospace<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#highly-adaptable-solution-for-complex-layouts\">Highly Adaptable Solution for Complex Layouts<\/a><li><a href=\"#in-house-assembly-and-adjustments\">In-House Assembly and Adjustments<\/a><li><a href=\"#high-strength-steel-with-excellent-wear-and-impact-resistance\">High-Strength Steel with Excellent Wear and Impact Resistance<\/a><li><a href=\"#ideal-for-aerospace-production-line-efficiency\">Ideal for Aerospace Production Line Efficiency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#3-smart-material-handling-for-aerospace-manufacturers\">3. Smart Material Handling for Aerospace Manufacturers<\/a><li><a href=\"#4-optimized-lean-workstations-for-aerospace-technicians\">4. Optimized Lean Workstations for Aerospace Technicians<\/a><li><a href=\"#5-multiple-work-cell-layouts-for-improved-workflow\">5. Multiple Work Cell Layouts for Improved Workflow<\/a><li><a href=\"#6-integration-with-other-lean-tools-for-aerospace-manufacturing\">6. Integration With Other Lean Tools for Aerospace Manufacturing<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#flexpipe-improves-5s-initiatives\">Flexpipe Improves 5S Initiatives.<\/a><li><a href=\"#flexpipe-improves-worker-safety\">Flexpipe Improves Worker Safety<\/a><li><a href=\"#flexpipe-simplifies-continuous-improvement\">Flexpipe Simplifies Continuous Improvement<\/a><li><a href=\"#flexpipe-makes-shop-floors-lean\">Flexpipe Makes Shop Floors Lean<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#7-real-world-applications\">7. Real-World Applications<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#landing-gear-manufacturer-saves-40-on-workstations-and-other-aerospace-lean-manufacturing-structures\">Landing Gear Manufacturer Saves 40% on workstations and other Aerospace Lean manufacturing Structures.<\/a><li><a href=\"#electronic-manufacturer-uses-flexpipe-to-increase-production-volume-by-300\">Electronic Manufacturer Uses Flexpipe to Increase Production Volume by 300%<\/a><li><a href=\"#commercial-diagnostics-company-uses-flexpipe-to-increase-productivity-by-25-and-reduce-shop-floor-space-by-20\">Commercial Diagnostics Company Uses Flexpipe to Increase Productivity by 25% and Reduce Shop Floor Space by 20%<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li><a href=\"#8-getting-started-with-flexpipe\">8. Getting Started with Flexpipe<\/a><ul class='eb-toc__list'><li><a href=\"#build-your-first-project-with-a-starter-kit\">Build your First Project with a Starter Kit<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing Environments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aerospace manufacturing is not a high-volume, linear production process defined by huge production runs of me-too, generic parts. It is a high-mix and low-volume production process where a wide array of precision-engineered parts must be perfect. While the goal is to meticulously assemble, test, and validate the finished plane, the number of components within that plane is astronomical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Complicating the matter is the requirement that aerospace manufacturing be Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) compliant, while adopting ergonomic work practices that embrace and foster a safety-first mindset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, with new aerospace programs requiring lighter, more efficient, and more accurately made-to-order or build-to-print parts alongside high part and material traceability, the demand for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/councils\/forbesbusinessdevelopmentcouncil\/2024\/04\/25\/5-lean-management-strategies-to-implement-this-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">lean tools for aerospace production<\/a> has never been higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High-mix, low-volume production<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/electrical-equipment\/\">ESD-compliant<\/a>, ergonomic work environment and strict safety standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Constant adaptation for new programs and parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Importance of efficiency, traceability, and reusability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"583\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands.png\" alt=\"Hexagonal Radial diagram depicting the six biggest demands of all aerospace manufacturers. At the center, it is written Demands of Aerospace Manufacturers. On the outside, there are five demands listed. The first is High-Mix and Low Production volumes. The second is the need to make precision-engineered parts. The third is that these parts are made-to-order. The fourth is that these parts must be ESD-compliant. The fifth is that employees must have ergonomic work environments, and the sixth is that safety is paramount to success.\" class=\"wp-image-65906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-768x448.png 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-375x219.png 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-36x21.png 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-48x28.png 48w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-500x292.png 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Aerospace_Manufacturers_Extreme_Demands-800x466.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Managing the sheer volume of parts and materials requires an entirely new mindset concerning material handling for aerospace manufacturers. This requires doing away with welded material handling structures. It involves eliminating wooden carts and platform carts that don\u2019t properly secure materials and that can\u2019t be changed, altered, or adjusted to new aerospace parts or material sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It means using high-strength steel tubes and joints to assemble made-to-fit aerospace modular workstations. It means using those same materials to customize material bin sizes for lean modular work cells, customized mobile material handling carts, push carts, trolleys, and flow racks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For manufacturers wanting the very best lean tools for aerospace production, it comes down to leveraging the flexibility, ease-of-use, and quick-change features provided by Flexpipe\u2019s material handling for aerospace manufacturers solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1.jpg\" alt=\"Long parts pipe rack\" class=\"wp-image-51407\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1-375x211.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1-24x14.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1-36x20.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Long-parts-pipe-rack-Aerospace-1-48x27.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the image above, an aerospace manufacturer used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/company\/offered-services\/design\/\">Flexpipe\u2019s Flexlab Design Services<\/a> to create custom mobile carts. These custom mobile carts easily transport right-sized panels immediately in front of any rework or repair job. The above mobile cart has been customized to hold specific-sized panels. For this work task, there are nine panels required, which perfectly match the nine (9) slots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flexpipe\u2019s Flexlab Design Services<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-61721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-768x124.png 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-500x81.png 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-800x129.png 800w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-375x61.png 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-1024x166.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-24x4.png 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-36x6.png 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/expertise-number-48x8.png 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_76742\"  width=\"800\" height=\"450\"  data-origwidth=\"800\" data-origheight=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_hlDl3cKXnw?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For aerospace manufacturers that want to design their own material handling structures, there\u2019s the free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/creator-extension\/\">Flexpipe Creator Extension<\/a>. This simple SketchUp plug-in simplifies the design process for material handling structures and lean workstations. Aerospace manufacturers can design their structures and order a customized parts list directly from the extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_85315\"  width=\"800\" height=\"450\"  data-origwidth=\"800\" data-origheight=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IO1vkY7vMzA?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Why Aerospace Modular Workstations Thrive in Aerospace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several important reasons modular workstations thrive in aerospace manufacturing environments, and why Flexpipe\u2019s system is critical to creating these structures and simplifying material handling for aerospace manufacturers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Highly Adaptable Solution for Complex Layouts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Second, the Flexpipe system is designed for adaptability. Material handling for aerospace manufacturers must allow for quick adjustments. There is no need to move equipment and machinery around to make space for new workstations or lean work cell configurations. With Flexpipe, aerospace manufacturers can simply build around these structures.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In-House Assembly and Adjustments<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First, modular Flexpipe workstations and lean work cells can easily be assembled, changed, or modified in-house by manufacturing employees. As opposed to welded structures that can\u2019t be changed without incurring high costs and extended downtime, a Flexpipe modular workstation can be adjusted without the need for external third parties or suppliers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1236\" height=\"778\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support.jpg 1236w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-768x483.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-500x315.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-800x504.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-375x236.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-1024x645.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-24x15.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-36x23.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/training-live-support-48x30.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1236px) 100vw, 1236px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>High-Strength Steel with Excellent Wear and Impact Resistance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Third, Flexpipe steel is Q235 cold-drawn carbon steel with the official designation of SPPC, \u201cSteel Plate Carbon Commercial\u201d. This steel undergoes heat treatments that strengthen the steel\u2019s impact and wear resistance in addition to its loading-bearing or weight-carrying capacities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A high-strength steel that can support heavy loads, Q235 steel is also infused with carbon, an element that helps increase the steel\u2019s hardness. The result is a sturdy, durable, high-strength steel that can support heavy loads while enduring direct impacts, making it the ideal solution for heavy-industrial aerospace manufacturing environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ideal for Aerospace Production Line Efficiency<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, aerospace manufacturers must have a flexible solution that allows for increased aerospace production line efficiency. The ability to quickly adjust a workstation or lean work cell\u2019s physical structure and dimensions without needing to go outside the facility ensures faster changeovers for different-sized parts within new aerospace programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s needing wider workbenches with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/esd-protection\/\">ESD-compliant decking materials<\/a> to handle larger-sized components or assemblies, or needing to create newer lean work cell designs to account for different assembly work processes, the Flexpipe system is the ultimate solution for quick-change adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1.jpg\" alt=\"Staging protective rack\" class=\"wp-image-51402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1-500x281.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1-375x211.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1-24x14.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1-36x20.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Staging-protective-rack-aerospace-1-48x27.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This customized Flexpipe cart was designed and assembled at an aerospace manufacturer. The customized cart is used to transport airplane nose cones for the final staging and assembly. The cart has three separate doors to ensure the cones stay stationary while each cone is surrounded by <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/kaizen-foam-black-red-20x40x2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kaizen Foam<\/a> to protect the cones during transit through the various stages of production.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-175720937743\"\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:1200px;height:346.921875px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"175720937743\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJltVfBRAn%2FwmC81mQiA%2B%2FfKN6ErpVIto42bz3oUdof0B3RD%2FXE8Dll1HIWgqWQl59%2BUxQazyNBhd7vyy3NFLyM0UUnidBP1XByeZLxZNvD5VVBqV8%2BV26wTjgUDsc8viAiuKtsO%2FEUriG9TbCtgBMCkzTpQr6GhcorwCdHgC0CKb7b4uEvyaaJTVhItAb9nJhGi2zfXQjwEaordKDwd%2FVEQA%3D%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=175720937743&#038;portalId=2641120\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Download Your Free Ebook to Optimize Aerospace Work Cells Discover lean strategies and modular solutions designed to scale with your manufacturing contracts. &nbsp;\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/2641120\/interactive-175720937743.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Smart Material Handling for Aerospace Manufacturers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From creating aerospace lean manufacturing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/structure\/cart\/\">kitting and picking carts<\/a> to creating FIFO flow racks for line-side presentation and easy retrieval of materials, the Flexpipe system allows for the ultimate in customization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"829\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace.jpg\" alt=\"Carts with HDPE to transport different surfaces\" class=\"wp-image-51261\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-768x707.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-500x461.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-800x737.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-375x345.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-24x22.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-36x33.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Cart-surfaces-blue-HDPE-aerospace-48x44.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Customized Kitting Cart With ESD-Compliant Panel Placement Areas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cmp-rd1601-l-shaped-with-motionmat-flowrack-400x400-c.jpg\" alt=\"L-shaped flow racks for proximity of parts\" class=\"wp-image-7597\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cmp-rd1601-l-shaped-with-motionmat-flowrack-400x400-c.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cmp-rd1601-l-shaped-with-motionmat-flowrack-400x400-c-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cmp-rd1601-l-shaped-with-motionmat-flowrack-400x400-c-375x375.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/cmp-rd1601-l-shaped-with-motionmat-flowrack-400x400-c-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Line-Side Assembly FIFO Flow Racks With Easy Retrieval of Parts and Materials<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Given how critical aerospace components are and their extended lead time from raw material to finished product, having customized mobile carts is essential. Here, an aerospace manufacturer designed a customized cart with ESD-compliant placement holders. This ensures the parts are protected through every stage of the production process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Optimized Lean Workstations for Aerospace Technicians<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to having flexible and modular material handling for aerospace manufacturers, it\u2019s ultimately about being able to create customized, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/structure\/workstation\/\">ergonomic workstations<\/a> with ESD-safe materials for production technicians and employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Flexpipe system allows for more than just aerospace modular workstations. These workstations can be height-adjustable and made extremely safe. They can minimize musculoskeletal injuries by reducing the amount of strain required when lifting heavier integrated assemblies. They can reduce the amount of twisting and reaching while also being made to reduce the number of accidental trips and falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"814\" height=\"522\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522.jpg 814w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522-768x493.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522-375x240.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522-24x15.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522-36x23.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/medical_3_814x522-48x31.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Multiple Work Cell Layouts for Improved Workflow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While having lean aerospace modular workstations is important for ergonomics and improved efficiency, it\u2019s equally important to leverage lean work cells for improved workflows. With Flexpipe, aerospace production line efficiency dramatically improves with the ability to create multiple lean work cell layouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a standard U-cell layout for improved work processes, wanting an S or Z-cell layout to work around existing obstacles and equipment, or needing a T-Cell layout where production managers can easily access various workstations, Flexpipe allows for any-sided lean work cell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell.jpg\" alt=\"Workstations placed in a U shape\" class=\"wp-image-65533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-375x248.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-24x16.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-36x24.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-48x32.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-500x330.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/U-cell-800x528.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>U-Cell<\/strong> &#8211; Continuous Workflow and faster assembly times.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"705\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell.jpg\" alt=\"Workstations placed in a T shape\" class=\"wp-image-65537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-768x541.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-375x264.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-24x17.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-36x25.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-48x34.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-500x353.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/T-cell-800x564.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>T-Cell<\/strong> &#8211; Customized parts and quick access to individual workstations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell.jpg\" alt=\"Workstations placed in a S shape\" class=\"wp-image-65541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-375x251.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-24x16.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-36x24.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-48x32.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Z-cell-800x534.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>S\/Z-Cell<\/strong> &#8211; Maximize space around obstructions and existing equipment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Integration With Other Lean Tools for Aerospace Manufacturing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From implementing numerous continuous improvement programs, adopting fail-safe Poka-Yoke material handling practices, to ensuring 5S-compliant workstations and visual signs and indicators for improved safety, the Flexpipe system improves all lean tools for aerospace production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexpipe eliminates the most common tripping hazards so often associated with welded structures that don\u2019t allow for proper locations or placement of wires and cables. The system ensures that 5S initiatives are constantly improved while promoting and fostering a sense of responsibility for workspace upkeep amongst aerospace manufacturing technicians and production employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flexpipe Improves 5S Initiatives.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square.png\" alt=\"diagram outlining the sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain steps of 5S\" class=\"wp-image-57841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square.png 564w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square-500x520.png 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square-375x390.png 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square-36x36.png 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/5S-Diverging-Word-Diagram-square-46x48.png 46w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>As a continuous improvement methodology, 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) is successful when production employees and managers take ownership of their workstations. Its purpose is to ensure the cleanliness of the workstation so that parts and materials are more easily found and work is more easily completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexpipe ensures that 5S is more easily implemented and changed as needed. Having a modular and scalable material handling system that allows for improvements to existing workstations ensures that 5S remains a constant, never-ending, continuous improvement initiative. If a new aerospace program is awarded, the aerospace manufacturer simply adjusts the dimensions or layout of a given workstation while initiating a new 5S program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flexpipe Improves Worker Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s using simple tie wraps and other accessories to secure wires and cables to steel pipes and joint areas to eliminate tripping hazards, creating ergonomic workstations, or ensuring that placards and warning signs are more easily spotted by production technicians, Flexpipe can dramatically improve worker safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flexpipe Simplifies Continuous Improvement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/r-boeing-looks-to-car-industry-expert-for-jet-production-savings-2015-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Adopting lean and continuous improvement<\/a> requires tools that simplify these processes. Flexpipe does exactly that. It\u2019s a solution that simplifies material handling for aerospace manufacturers while being the perfect complement to improving workstation structures, material handling structures, and lean work cell layouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flexpipe Makes Shop Floors Lean<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a lean shop floor isn\u2019t just about how it\u2019s laid out. It\u2019s not just about have clean workflow and simple processes. It\u2019s ultimately about how the shop floor looks. Does the shop floor look clean? Does the shop floor look organized? Do employees feel as if they\u2019re working in a clean and well-organized environment?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All these questions are much more difficult to answer with fixed, welded, and bulky workstations and material handing structures that take up too much space. Over time, welded workstations show their age. They look dirty. They are dirty, and they quickly begin to break down. Having multiple, older-looking, delipidated workstations makes the entire shop floor unappealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Flexpipe solves all these problems. The galvanized steel pipes are available in multiple colors and have a High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) outer coating that guards against scratches and scuff marks. Not only are workstations, carts, trolleys, flow racks, and other material handling structures made-to-fit, but they also look and feel clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Welded Workstation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"344\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/welded_workstations.jpg\" alt=\"two welded workstations side-by-side. Each workstation has one work level and two pull out drawers. This workstation is poorly organized with multiple materials and tools spread randomly on the work surface. There are multiple tripping hazards and potential dangers. It is not a 5S workstation and is not lean.\" class=\"wp-image-65939\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/welded_workstations.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/welded_workstations-375x258.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/welded_workstations-24x17.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/welded_workstations-36x25.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/welded_workstations-48x33.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cluttered layout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not 5S Compliant &#8211; No location for part or material placement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not organized<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wire tripping hazards on the first level and the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not ergonomic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not safe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Lean Flexpipe Workstation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"814\" height=\"1085\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/5s-workstation.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10311\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/5s-workstation.jpg 814w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/5s-workstation-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/5s-workstation-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clean layout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5S Compliant &#8211; Specific locations for tools and materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organized<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No tripping hazards as cables and wires are secure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ergonomic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extremely Safe with floor tape indicating work areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Real-World Applications<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Landing Gear Manufacturer Saves 40% on workstations and other Aerospace Lean manufacturing Structures.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60815\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-768x127.png 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-500x83.png 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-800x133.png 800w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-375x62.png 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-1024x170.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-24x4.png 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-36x6.png 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/safran_stats_EN-48x8.png 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/case_study\/safrans-mirabel-facility-saved-40-working-structure\/\">Click here<\/a> to learn more about how this manufacturer saved $758 for all their aerospace modular workstations for a total savings of $454,800.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Electronic Manufacturer Uses Flexpipe to Increase Production Volume by 300%<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-66124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-375x300.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-24x19.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-36x29.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-48x38.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-500x400.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Batch-process-vs-One-piece-flow-pull-system-reworked-800x640.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/case_study\/construction-innovations-optimizing-production\/\">Click here<\/a> to learn more about how this electronics manufacturer used the Flexpipe steel tube and joint system to adopt lean manufacturing best practices that dramatically increased production volumes by 300%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Commercial Diagnostics Company Uses Flexpipe to Increase Productivity by 25% and Reduce Shop Floor Space by 20%<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-768x127.png 768w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-500x83.png 500w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-800x133.png 800w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-375x62.png 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-1024x170.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-24x4.png 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-36x6.png 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/hologic_stats_EN-48x8.png 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/case_study\/hologic-increased-production-efficiency-with-modular-system\/\">Click here<\/a> to learn about how a medical device and diagnostic company created over 70 modular material handling structures and workstations that increased production and freed up space.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Getting Started with Flexpipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting started with Flexpipe is easy. From starter kits, insight into various material handling structures to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/landing-page\/starter-plans\/\">free starter plans<\/a>, Flexpipe provides it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To gain insight into how to improve material handling for aerospace manufacturers, please reach out to one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/contact-us\/\">aerospace structures experts<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Build your First Project with a Starter Kit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures.jpg\" alt=\"Automotive industrie - Structures\" class=\"wp-image-47422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures-375x375.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures-24x24.jpg 24w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures-36x36.jpg 36w, https:\/\/www.flexpipeinc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/structures-48x48.jpg 48w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66%\">\n<p>Your team and management are on board, but now you\u2019re racking your brain trying to figure out which parts you need to order and which structures the team must build?<br>Don&#8217;t you worry, we built multiple starter kits to cover your bases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best way to ease your team into using this equipment &#8211; parts and plans in 1 package<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No more headaches of making sure that you have all the necessary parts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can build 4 or 5 sizeable structures with the parts included<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enclosed plans let you start building right away<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No unnecessary leftover units<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/shop.flexpipeinc.com\/ca_en\/products\/parts\/starter-kits\" style=\"font-size:16px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shop online now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1. The Demands of Aerospace Manufacturing Environments Aerospace manufacturing is not a high-volume, linear production process defined by huge production runs of me-too, generic parts. It is a high-mix and low-volume production process where a wide array of precision-engineered parts must be perfect. 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