UNIQUE PRODUCTION LINES MEET MADE-TO-FIT ANTI-FATIGUE SOLUTION
Regal Rexnord Corporation is a manufacturer of a range of electric motors, mechanical motion control, and power generation for equipment around the world. The company uses various types of machinery in their manufacturing processes. The number of employees, the dynamics of the space and the challenges within each of their operations differ. The one thing they have in common is a predominately standing workforce.
Regal Rexnord appreciates the importance of ergonomic matting for their employees, but like so many companies with unusual manufacturing floor layouts, proper fitting is a challenge. Regal Rexnord had been purchasing workstation mats in different sizes then taping them together to create the shapes needed to surround their machinery. This improvisation caused the mats to buckle at the seams and tear the mat’s surface away from the sponge. Not only were the mats themselves creating trip hazards, but the loose tape did too. The management team at Regal Rexnord was doing their best to do right for their employees, but they weren’t aware of a better alternative. Recognizing the severity of the situation, they sought out in search of one and found Wearwell.
Wearwell’s Regional Sales Manager coordinated with the distributor involved to gather more information and evaluate the extent of the issue.
SEEKING ALTERNATIVES FOR A BETTER WORKSPACE
For unique layouts like those of Regal Rexnord, Wearwell offers modular tile systems, or a customized mat manufactured to a specific shape and size. In this case, the best solution proved to be a customized Diamond-Plate SpongeCote mat.
The result would give the company what they were trying to achieve originally. Wearwell is the only matting manufacturer that can achieve such a high level of customization so it’s no surprise that Regal Rexnord took on the challenge themselves. Unlike traditional laminated mats using inconsistent, unstable PVC sponge, Wearwell uses a high performance, nitrile infused sponge known as Nitricell.
Not only does Nitricell provide long- lasting comfort, but its uniform thickness and stable compound allow for unmatched customization without the risk of separation.
For those reasons, Wearwell was able to manufacture anti-fatigue mats to Regal Rexnord’s specifications.
A LITTLE CUSTOMIZATON GOES A LONG WAY
The benefits of a truly customized mat was realized right away. More mats were measured up and orders placed for other areas of the facility.
Regal Rexnord’s investment in Diamond-Plate SpongeCote soon paid off in more ways than one.
By replacing multiple mats with one seamless mat, Regal Rexnord instantly removed trip hazards and the associated workers’ comp claims. By association, they reduced injuries and lost productivity due to absenteeism.
At $2.00 a linear foot, the tape used to join the previous mats along with the labor and continual maintenance cost the company thousands in material and lost productivity. Those hours spent prepping and repairing was time stollen from truly productive tasks. The tape and labor was just part of the equation. There was also the original purchase price of the mats. All in, the company’s cost exceeded $15,000.
SAVING MONEY BY TAKING CARE OF EMPLOYEES
Calling in Wearwell was the right move! Based on the number of standing employees, their pay rate and a number of other factors, the company saved over $18,000 in just the first year! That doesn't include the $15K they incurred with their previous matting. The company’s investment in Wearwell matting paid off in just a matter of months!
Last, but by no means last, the company's proactive approach and genuine interest in their employees demonstrated management’s commitment. Nothing boosts morale more than knowing that a company has their employees’ best interest at heart.
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