Toyota Material Handling's Transition to CC Nexus Casters
Our team recently conducted a site visit to Toyota Material Handling's production facility, where they showcased our product to the engineers and material handlers. This visit marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to address Toyota's ergonomic challenges in their tire press process. Shortly after the visit, we received an email from Toyota expressing interest in our product.
Initial Setup
Toyota had been using our standard 8" casters. However, they faced issues with manual push/pull operations due to the significant weight of their carts, which initially were thought to be around 1,250 pounds but were later found to be closer to 2,000 pounds.
Identifying the Need for Change
Toyota's carts were manually pushed and pulled, creating ergonomic issues for their associates. The carts, used to maneuver forklift wheels to assembly areas, required stronger casters that performed better ergonomically. They decided to switch to our triple 8 x 3 CC Nexus casters, which provided a significant reduction in push/pull force.
Implementation and Results
After receiving an initial email from Toyota, our team provided recommendations and filled the first sample order in a matter of days. The initial purchase was an order of two rigid and two swivel casters, which was followed by larger orders of 6 and 6, and 14 and 14 casters over the course of a month.
Triple 8" CC Nexus Heavy Duty Kingpinless Swivel Caster
- Weight capacity of over 2,000 lbs.
- High-quality polyurethane wheel tread
- Modular wheel design allows for increased maneuverability
- Repels debris, helping to maintain floor quality
Performance Evaluation
Toyota conducted a detailed evaluation of the push/pull forces required for their carts with both the baseline 8 by 2 casters and the new 8 by 3 CC Nexus casters. The results demonstrated a significant improvement with the CC Nexus casters, achieving an average push/pull reduction of 37%.
Summary of Results
The transition to the 8x3 CC Nexus casters provided a significant push/pull force reduction of approximately 37% compared to the standard baseline design. This substantial improvement has led to Toyota reordering these casters multiple times in quick succession, indicating their satisfaction with the product's performance.
Conclusion
The collaborative efforts between our team and Toyota have resulted in a successful implementation of the CC Nexus casters, significantly improving ergonomic conditions for their associates. The quick turnaround from initial contact to repeated orders showcases the efficiency and effectiveness of our solution. Moving forward, we will continue to support Toyota and ensure the durability and longevity of the new caster design.
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