Development and manufacturing of 5S workstation systems: workbenches, tool holders, cleaning stations and welding manipulators
Josef Koch GmbH – Marke K.Lean
Karlsdorf-Neuthard (DE)New on Amplifa
About K.Lean
K.Lean is a brand of Josef Koch GmbH, based in Karlsdorf-Neuthard, and manufactures systems for 5S workplace organization. The portfolio includes stationary and mobile workbench systems, assembly trolleys, provision trolleys, cleaning stations, universal tool fastenings as well as tool shadows, complemented by welding manipulators (TurnMan), pallet transport trolleys, first-aid stations and PC/MDE stations. Products are made from sendzimir-galvanized steel sheet, stainless steel, aluminium profiles and beech multiplex; the products are labeled Engineered in Germany and Made in Germany. The brand originated from the company's own steel processing business KTS GmbH & Co. KG, after criticism during a customer audit regarding the storage of organizational equipment. In addition to the standard program, individual 5S products and custom requests are implemented; delivery is worldwide via the company's own online shop, including offers for major customers and dealers.
- Site
- Karlsdorf-Neuthard
- Processes
- 5S workstation systems (workbench systems, assembly trolleys, provision trolleys, cleaning stations), Manufacture of tool holders and workstation accessories (sheet metal fabrication), 5S workplace organization, Development of individual 5S products, Worldwide delivery via online shop, Offers for major customers/dealers
- Materials
- Stainless steel sheet, Sendzimir-galvanized sheet (3 mm), Beech multiplex (40 mm), Aluminium profile (universal clamping rail), Rubberized plastic (foot), Rubberized plastic
- Industries
- Industrial Manufacturing, Crafts, Steel Processing
- 01
Design and product development
- 02
Sheet metal fabrication and metalworking
- 03
Assembly of workstation systems
- 04
Distribution via online shop, major customers and dealers
Materials and Processes
Sendzimir-galvanized sheet (3 mm)
Corrosion protection for mobile workbench systems in heavy workshop use.
Stainless steel sheet
Used for tool holders such as drill holders and workstation accessories.
Aluminium profile (universal clamping rail)
Basic element for flexible tool holders and workbench superstructures.
Rubberized plastic
Adjustable, non-slip feet for workbench frames.
Beech multiplex (40 mm)
Worktops for stationary and mobile workbenches.
Locations
Karlsdorf-Neuthard
DEHeadquarters, development and distribution
- Materials
- Steel (galvanized), stainless steel, aluminium, plastic, beech multiplex
- Mobile Workbench Basic (003.5.417)
- Mobile Workbench height-adjustable (003.5.548)
- 5S Standard Workbench (003.5.184)
- Welding Manipulator TurnMan
- Pallet Transport Trolley
- Universal Tool Holder (003.4.165)
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5S workstation systems (workbench systems, assembly trolleys, provision trolleys, cleaning stations)Assembly | – | 2000 mm × 1500 mm × 920 mm | Load capacity per caster 400 kg | – | Stainless steel sheet, Aluminium profile, Beech multiplex, Rubberized plastic |
| Manufacture of tool holders and workstation accessories (sheet metal fabrication)Assembly | – | 355 mm × 174 mm × 90 mm | – | – | Stainless steel |
10 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Workbench Basic | K.Lean 003.5.417 | – | 1500 x 650 x 840 mm or 1500 x 750 x 840 mm | – | – |
| Mobile Workbench height-adjustable | K.Lean 003.5.548 | – | 1500 x 650 x 840 mm or 1500 x 750 x 840 mm | – | – |
| 5S Standard Workbench | K.Lean 003.5.184 | – | 1500 x 650 x 920 mm | – | – |
| Welding Manipulator TurnMan (turning rotator) | K.Lean TurnMan | – | – | – | – |
| Pallet Transport Trolley (low/high) | K.Lean | – | – | – | – |
| Universal Tool Holder (magnetic) | K.Lean 003.4.165 | – | – | – | – |
| Tool Holder for Drills (1-13 mm, 0.5 mm increments) | K.Lean 003.5.567 | – | Length 355 mm | – | – |
| Tool Holder for Club Hammers | K.Lean 003.5.843 | – | 174 x 90 x 30 mm | – | – |
| Tool Holder for Squares and Try Squares (leg width 20-40 mm) | K.Lean 003.5.840 | – | 174 x 90 x 30 mm | – | – |
| Tool Holder for Angle Grinders D 125 mm | K.Lean 003.5.710 | – | 162 x 140 x 60 mm | – | – |
Additional services
Reference customers
History
After a point deduction during a customer audit due to inadequate storage of organizational equipment at the steel processing business KTS GmbH & Co. KG, the company initially develops its own organization systems (K.Lean Stations) for internal use
Partner companies order the systems; launch of distribution of the K.Lean brand