--- title: "Multi Use Systems: The Secret to Successful Manufacturing" description: Find out how multi use systems and other material handling equipment are a manufactures secret weapon to boost production and the bottom line. image: https://www.valleybox.com/hubfs/img_on_white/multi-use-shrink-wrap-cart-sml.jpg --- [![valley-box-logo-with-phone-number.png](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/valley-box-logo-with-phone-number.png?width=388&height=186&name=valley-box-logo-with-phone-number.png "valley-box-logo-with-phone-number.png")](https://www.valleybox.com/material-handling-equipment) GO [![Quote](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/113896/fae3a5bf-cb19-4c20-8f4e-1de6da75f4a7.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/113896/fae3a5bf-cb19-4c20-8f4e-1de6da75f4a7) ## MATERIAL HANDLING BLOG ![steel.jpg](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Parallax/steel.jpg?width=1264&name=steel.jpg "steel.jpg") # Multi Use Systems: The Secret to Successful Manufacturing Wed, Aug 5, 2015 If your facility lacks the proper material handling equipment, things like efficiency and lead times, worker morale and safety, and even the quantity and quality of projects your facility can safely handle can be affected. Fortunately, if you invest in the right material handling systems for your unique facility, you will increase speed, efficiency and safety. To optimize and simplify manufacturing processes, delivery, set-up, and more consider investing in custom material handling equipment such as [multi use systems.](https://www.valleybox.com/custom-material-handling-equipment#Multi)  Remember, when your manufacturing processes run smoothly, you can expect an increase in sales which translates to increased cash flow! ## Multi Use Material Handling Equipment Multi use systems are typically custom engineered material handling equipment. These super-efficient systems combine several products into one unit that can perform multiple tasks. In addition to streamlining processes, increasing speed, and enhancing safety, multi use systems can help preserve precious floor and storage space.  ![multi use systems](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/file-1477078921-png/gallery/album/7792/steel-base1.png?width=350&name=steel-base1.png) The example above is a build stand that is incorporated into the final packaging for shipment to a sub assembly plant. The experts at Valley Custom Fab’s build can help solve many manufacturing challenges. Their solutions range from: | **Staging Stands **Help to clear factory floor space. **![multi use systems](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/file-269590951-jpg/img_on_white/steel-fabrication-cart.jpg?width=126&name=steel-fabrication-cart.jpg)** | **Assembly Stands **Eliminate part collection downtime. ![multi use systems](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/part-assembly-stand2.png?width=225&name=part-assembly-stand2.png)   | | --- | --- | | **Product Build Stands **Shorten production time. **![multi use systems](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/landing-gear-cart-lrg.png?width=225&name=landing-gear-cart-lrg.png)** | **Shipping/Handling Stands **Improve workflow by expediting packaging. **![custom material handling equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/file-1477078951-png/gallery/album/7792/base_configuration_1.png?width=250&name=base_configuration_1.png)** | ## Other Types of Material Handling Equipment ### **Steel Fabrication** ![custom material handling equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/part-assembly-stand2.png?width=225&name=part-assembly-stand2.png) When it comes to safety and time savings, [steel fabrication](https://www.valleybox.com/custom-material-handling-equipment) has you covered. Just a few fabricated applications include steel reinforced boxes and canted cradles. Steel fabricated applications such as these help: - Extend reusability - Enhance internal strength - Simplify production processes Add customization, and safety and time savings are significantly enhanced. Whether you’re looking for steel fabricated applications for your assembly line, warehouse, distribution center, stockroom, or anywhere else moving loads is required, Valley Box has a Certified On-Site Welding shop that can customize your solutions. ### **Positioning Equipment** ![custom material handling equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/Wing-Cart.png?width=190&name=Wing-Cart.png)Objects and materials that are poorly positioned for transport, handling, storage and machining can be dangerous for workers and your businesses’ bottom line. To prevent worker injury and damage to materials, consider investing in [positioning equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/custom-material-handling-equipment#Positioning) such as work platforms, assembly stands, and stock pickers. ### **Storage Equipment** ![custom material handling equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/img_on_white/multi-use-shrink-wrap-cart-sml.jpg?width=168&name=multi-use-shrink-wrap-cart-sml.jpg "multi-use-part-storage-transport-cart")Shelving, pallets, and storage carts are just a few types of storage equipment that can help improve your manufacturing process. [Storage equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/custom-material-handling-equipment#Storage) helps: - Preserve floor and storage space - Organize other equipment and tools - Keep the work area safe by reducing or even eliminating clutter Storage equipment can be ready made or made to order. Customization can further enhance the benefits of storage equipment because each piece is made according to your **exact **specifications. ### **Transport Equipment ** ![custom material handling equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/file-270857735-jpg/img_on_white/equipment-shipping-cart.jpg) For worker safety, efficiency and speed, and to prevent damage to equipment, everyone in manufacturing should be using transport equipment. Just a few popular types of [transport equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/custom-material-handling-equipment#Transport) include: - Ergonomic material handling carts (ergo-carts) - Hardwood platform carts - Heavy duty cradle carts - Utility carts and dollies While transport equipment is available in all shapes and sizes, you can also have your equipment custom made for unique uses, increased comfort, and to help simplify operations.   ![Custom Material Handling Equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Gallery/Album/7550/material-handling-cart.png?width=100&height=100&name=material-handling-cart.png) #### Written by [Custom Material Handling Equipment](https://www.valleybox.com/material-handling-equipment-blog/author/custom-material-handling-equipment) This custom material handling manufacturer creates a wide variety of warehouse and assembly line solutions to improve work flow and employee safety. Discover how to take your business to the next level by investing in custom industrial carts. work positioners, lift tables & industrial racks.   [Check out pictures of our products!](https://www.flickr.com/photos/valleybox/albums/72157629414359740) ***Serving San Diego since 1965***, Santee, CA 92071 CA 92071 866-449-2882 [Visit Valley Box Wooden Crates Website](https://www.valleybox.com/) Copyright 2018 | Valley Box Company - [Southern California Industrial Packaging](https://www.valleybox.com/) [**](https://www.valleybox.com/material-handling-equipment-blog/multi-use-systems-the-secret-to-successful-manufacturing#)