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Plant Layout for Rudy Rack
With the help of: Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing and Productivity (WCMP)
About
In 1991, as the bicycle industry developed, cycling enthusiasts were becoming more selective and savvy and the need for high-quality, versatile bicycle storage and display systems was recognized. Specialty bike shops emerged, offering greater selection and service. Rudy Rack began in a garage shop but has now outgrown several manufacturing facilities.
Rude Rack's made-to-order bike racks are developed, fabricated, and shipped worldwide. Display and storage solutions for bicycles are tailored to meet the needs of bike retailers and residential users. Rudy racks can be found in all 50 states, all Canadian provinces and in over 40 countries worldwide.
The Challenge
The MOC services has changed our business. We have the capacity to take on more orders with a shorter lead-time, better than ever. Initially, the services were recommended to me and I was skeptical. However, after our engagement and seeing the impacts, I sure appreciate the referral. I strongly recommend them.
MEP's Role
The MOC had a number of site visits to learn more about the organization and understand the manufacturing processes. MOC staff engaged the organization in a plant layout transformation. The first step was training in lean principles. Second was a mapping session of the processes by a team of employees. Third, a facilitated plan to make the layout and process changes team was designed.
Don explained his view of the MOC and their services, “What a great resource to the small manufacturers. They helped us get out of our own way, how to work smarter and make changes with the people involved. Their knowledge and experience is so valuable.”