Custom shadow boards offer numerous advantages, contributing to the efficient organization of tools and the enhancement of workplace safety. Aligned with the principles of the 5S methodology—Sort, Set to Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain—custom shadow boards play a crucial role in fulfilling these requirements. The choice of material is a pivotal decision, and there are three options available to cater to different purposes: General Purpose Composite, Industrial Grade Aluminum, and Pro Series Acrylic. Each material has distinct features and temperature ranges suitable for various environments. To create a custom shadow board, a step-by-step process is outlined. It begins with selecting the board material, followed by identifying the tools to be shadowed, choosing the title and background color, specifying the board size, and considering additional information like color-coding charts, company name, logo, or images. By following these steps, businesses can tailor their shadow boards to optimize organization and efficiency while maintaining a visually appealing and informative workspace.
Shadow Board Benefits
Custom shadow boards help fulfill the requirements of 5S.
Sort: Separate tools that are needed to get the job done and remove everything else.
Set to Order: Place all relevant tools within reach of operatives and reduce the need to be away from the workstation.
Shine: Maintain safety and order in the workplace by keeping the tools clean and helping to reduce defects.
Standardize: Create practices that will ensure maintenance of the steps you have already taken by introducing Shadow Boards.
Sustain: Stay consistent and constantly review standards.
Shadow Board Material
There are three options available depending on the purpose
of your shadow board.
Accu-Shield™
- Provides unmatched reliability in performance under extreme conditions.
- Non-glare reverse and subsurface print encapsulated by permanently bonded embossed poly surface.
- Two-ply, poly-carbonate plastic with industrial-strength backing.
- Resistant to fading, chemicals, corrosion, abrasions, cracking, and chipping.
- Temperature range: poly-carbonate -60° to 260°F, backing -40° to 176°F.
Accu-Shield™ FB-X
- Durable, long-lasting material specifically designed to withstand tough use in the food and beverage industry.
- Maintains optical clarity after repeated washdowns.
- FDA Approved.
- Safe for food contact up to 212°F.
Ultra Aluma-Lite™
- Designed to withstand harsh conditions both indoors and outdoors.
- Material is 40% lighter than solid aluminum with the same durability and rigidity.
- Impact-resistant and protected by Sign Muscle® top-coating.
- Resistant to flexing, corrosion, chemicals, and abrasions.
- Temperature range: -40° to 176°F.
Steps to Create a Custom Shadow Board
Step 1: Choose Board Material
Choose from General Purpose Composite, Industrial Grade Aluminum, or Pro Series Acrylic.
Step 2: Identify Tools to Be Shadowed
List manufacturer, part numbers and descriptions, or take a clear, straight-on picture of each tool next to a ruler.
Step 3: Choose the Title and Background Color
Choose the title and background color of the board, and the title and shadow color of the tools.
Step 4: Specify Board Size to Accommodate the Tools and Fit the Space
If size is not an issue, board can be created to fit the tools with minimal blank space.
Step 5: Consider Adding Information
Consider adding your color-coding chart, company name, logo, or other images by supplying a vector file (.EPS or .AI)*.
*A .JPEG can be used if it doesn't need enlargement.
Information provided by AccuformNMC.
