Design

System design is essential to the operation and maintainability of your material handling solution. Fídus Global offers decades of experience in equipment application, system layout and controls engineering to ensure the system design meets the needs of your operation.​

Key Details

Layout Design and Ergonomics

Ergonomic design is crucial for improving worker efficiency and safety by reducing physical strain, minimizing fatigue, and preventing workplace injuries. Fídus Global has helped clients optimize space utilization by designing layouts that enhance workflow, streamline material handling, and ensure safe work environments for employees.

System Flow Considerations

Thoughtful design improves material flow and throughput rates by creating efficient, adaptable systems that can easily scale and evolve with future operational demands.

Compliance and Safety

Compliance with safety regulations and ergonomic standards reduces the risk of workplace injuries, enhances worker well-being, and ensures smooth, uninterrupted operations, ultimately contributing to a safer and more efficient work environment.

Value Proposition

Effective layout and ergonomic design, combined with optimized system flow and safety compliance, lead to improved productivity by streamlining operations and reducing delays. This approach lowers operational costs through enhanced efficiency and fewer workplace accidents while promoting employee well-being by minimizing physical strain and creating a safer working environment.

Features

Layout Design / Ergonomics

The layout is meticulously planned to ensure optimal flow of materials and personnel, minimizing travel time and reducing bottlenecks.

Area Functions​

Each area is tailored for specific tasks, such as receiving, storage, picking, and shipping, ensuring seamless operation. This strategic approach maximizes efficiency, reduces errors, and supports smooth transitions between different warehouse processes.

Space Utilization

Strategically planning the layout ensures the optimal use of every square foot, reducing wasted space and enhancing operational flow. Efficient space utilization leads to improved storage capacity, streamlined processes, and increased overall productivity within the warehouse.

Material Flow​

Designing streamlined pathways and processes minimizes handling time, reduces bottlenecks, and improves first pass yeild. Effective material flow ensures smoother operations and faster order fulfillment.

Throughput Rates

The goal is to achievee maximum throughput capacity by refining processes and optimizing workflows. The volume of goods processed efficiently is maximized by enhancing equipment performance, improving layout and alignment, and streamlining operations.

Expandability​ and Modularity​

Ensure future growth and adaptability by incorporating scalable components and flexible configurations. Fídus’s design process allows for easy expansion and adjustments, accommodating changing needs and increasing operational capacity without major overhauls, enhancing long-term efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Maintainability​

Maintainability is a priority that necessitates incorporating easy-to-access components and clear documentation. This approach simplifies routine upkeep and troubleshooting, ensuring that systems remain operational with minimal downtime and reduced maintenance costs, ultimately extending the lifespan and reliability of the warehouse infrastructure.

Safety​ and Regulatory Compliance​

Industry-standard safety features and regulations must be adhered to with the proper hazard controls, emergency protocols, and regular audits, ensuring a secure working environment and meeting all legal requirements to protect personnel and maintain operational integrity.

Results

Optimized Footprint​

Ease of Operation​

Minimize Cost​

Smooth & Logical Operation​

Maximized Performance​

Maximized Performance​

Adaptability​

Lower Cost of Ownership​

Employee Wellbeing​

ROI​

MTBF/MTTR​

Detailed Overview

Design is at the heart of every successful material handling solution. FiDUS Global’s decades of expertise in system layout and controls engineering ensure that every aspect of your system is optimized for performance, safety, and future scalability.

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