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42 MMS August 2017 mmsonline.com THE VIEW FROM MY SHOP Guest Columnist sound like much of a standardization, but this small action helped simplify our work life. We took a similar approach with hex key (allen) wrenches. One operator in particular previously would keep and sort through a pile of these tools to find the right size every time he needed one. For better access and efficiency, I purchased multiple sets of allen wrenches and placed them wherever they might be needed. All the inch-size wrenches are black and the metric ones gold colored, which has helped cut down a great deal of the confusion. We also added magnetic bars at the points of use from which to hang the hex wrenches to further organize. These actions may seem rather trivial when looked at individually, but this type of think- ing can pay dividends going forward. Did we invent 5S workplace organization? Of course not. But when I first heard the term 5S, the idea wasn't novel to me. Our shop recognized the value of organization long ago; we simply applied a philosophy that we thought made sense. As we became a more organized company, I felt better about charging customers for every work hour of every day, because I knew that more and more of our time was being spent adding value to their products. Customers aren't paying us to look for inserts or track down raw materials. Time wasted by disorganization comes of f our bottom line. Efficiency is the name of the game in our business, and being efficient starts with being organized. Organized thoughts, processes, shop layout, equipment, tools and people make up the strong foundation on which our company stands. It's been a long journey since that first Dyno labeling unit. I wonder what label my kids will put on my headstone someday. Staub Machine started with a single lathe in Mr. Staub's garage. Some 40 years later, the West- ern New York shop has grown to two facilities that provide precision machining for a range of manufacturers. More at staubinc.com. Tooling Technology Measuring and Presetting Technology Shrinking Technology www.haimer-usa.com Balancing Technology 40 Years Quality HAIMER The only true solution for roughing and trochoidal milling operations in the industry. 100% pullout protection with length adjustment Best runout accuracy via highly accurate shrink fit and collet chuck technology Highest balance quality and stability due to symmetrical design