Implement Your 5S Program with Custom Shadow Boards

The 5S shadow board system helps food production companies to improve and implement their food safety initiatives. An organized, well maintained, and clean facility will always be a safer one, not only for the employees, but also for the food products being produced. Amerisan works closely with our clients to help each facility become more efficient and improve their food safety. Shadow Board systems play a large part in achieving and sustaining 5S Lean manufacturing goals because of the application of visual elements that drive change and standardization.

Benefits of 5S Shadow Boards

Improve organization and efficiently at your facility with custom 5S Shadow Boards. These boards provide proper tools storage while enabling plant workers to quickly identify when items are missing or out of place. Providing a dedicated station for tools and equipment is proven to:

Save Time

Create Order

Increase Equipment Life

Reduce Errors

Reduce Replacement Costs

What makes Amerisan Shadow Boards so Unique?

Our Shadow Boards are custom designed and built to meet your specific needs. All StorShield materials are safe and highly durable making them idea for use in any facility where product integrity is job #1.

One Size Does NOT Fit All

No two processing plants are exactly alike. That’s why our consultants work with you to determine the best possible tool storage solutions. Whether it be wall or wheel mounted models, our Shadow Boards offer the ultimate in hygiene and efficiency. Incorporate any colors or graphics in order to achieve a truly unique look to your boards. All our Shadow Boards are custom designed and configured to meet the specific requirements of your facility.

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Quick Buy Tool Stations

Over time we developed a range of standard shadow boards that are most frequently purchased by food processors. These are our best-selling designs, size and color options. To simplify the purchase process, we now offer a “short list” of the most popular configurations to select from. You still get the option to select colors, add your logo and select mounting methods to fashion these for your facility.

Standard shadow boards come in 3 sizes to choose from: 24x72, 36x72, and 48x72.

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Shadow Board Implementation

Using Shadow Boards and Signage for safety information, procedures, facility identification and a variety of other applications is a great way to help reduce waste, enhance knowledge and improve productivity for the long haul. Implementing custom Shadow Boards for your facility is easy.

Customize1

A 5S Specialist will guide you through customizing board type, size & tools.

Quotation2

Once all aspects of your program are specified a quote will be provided.

Order3

To move forward, simply confirm acceptance of quotation and/or provide any required revisions.

Proofing4

Artwork proofs allow for you to see how each Shadow Boards will look upon completion.

Production5

Our team will promptly print, seal and build.

Delivery6

Boards are care- fully packaged and shipped directly to your facility.

Now Available Stainless Steel Shadow Boards

Eliminate the need for plastic products in your facilities by incorporating stainless steel shadow boards. These boards are extremely durable, rust and chemical safe, and reduces the risk of foreign material contamination. Completely customizable black laser marking is facilitated by our unique laser annealing process creating clear permanent shadows, logos, and other artwork.

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Shadow Board Ordering Tips

Tip 1: Specify Your Board Material

A transparent shatter proof laminated material of high strength and versatility.The most durable option available, ideally suited for harsh environments like food processing and pharmaceutical facilities.

Food SafeShatter ProofMoisture Resistant

Chemical SafeUV StableScratch Resistant

Aluminum composite consisting of two thin sheets of aluminum enclosing a Polyethylene core. Highly versatile and resilient medium duty option, ideally suited for standard applications in food processing and pharmaceutical facilities.

Food SafeShatter ProofMoisture Resistant

Chemical SafeUV Stable

PVC or 'Poly'based material available in both rigid and flexible forms. A light weight option for use in specific plant location suited to light duty applications in any food processing and pharmaceutical plants.

Light WeightMoisture Resistant

Recyclable UV Stable

Tip 2: Specify your content and Graphic Style

Contents:

Company LogoTools & EquipmentColor of Tools and Board Any Text or MessageLanguage Translations

Graphic Options:

Custom GraphicsOutline ShadowSolid ShadowSolid Board ColorColor Code

Solid Board Color; Outline Shadows;Custom Graphics; Color Code

Solid Board Color; Solid Shadows;Custom Graphics; Color Code

Solid Board Color; Outline Shadows; Custom Graphics

Header Board; Solid Shadows;

Tip 3: Choose Your Mounting

Wall Mounted

Specifically designed for wall placement. Low profile; requires little to no floor space.

Single Sided Mobile

Mounted on sturdy 304 graded stainless steel frames equipped with swivel casters for ease of transport.

Double Sided Mobile

Mounted on sturdy 304 graded stainless steel frames equipped with swivel casters for ease of transport.

Magnetic

Mounted on sturdy metal frames equipped with swivel casters for ease of transport.

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Cage

Up to 6 Shadow Boards mounted to a mobile lockable cage.

Tip 4: Choose Your Tools

Select from the range of Amerisan color coded hygiene tools or add your custom tools.

Tip 5: Choose Board Size

Select your board width and height in preferable 6” increments, but custom sizes are available. Allow your board to be 6”-12” taller than the longest tool to allow for the header area.

Standard wall mount board sizes:

Standard mobile board sizes:

iCustomize it

Special sizes are available by request. Please contact us directly for more information about all our custom shadow board designs.

Tip 6: Choose your Hooks and Holders

Select from the range of Amerisan color coded hygiene hooks & holders. Also, stainless steel hooks & holders are available as well. Designed specifically for our color-coded tools and tool storage system.

K8000 – 2 1⁄2” Wall Hook Strengthened With Fiberglass

K15150 – Small Holder

K15151 – Large Holder

S7507 – 3” Stainless Steel Single Hook

S7510 – 3” Stainless Steel Double Hook

K7501 – Small Stainless Steel Holder without Color Coded Band

K7503 – Large Stainless Steel Holder without Color Coded Band

K15154 – 20” Aluminum rail for wall mounting

K15153 – 36” Aluminum rail for wall mounting

K80005 – Color Coded End Caps for rails (K15153 & K15154)

Shadow Board Gallery

Every shadow bord is customized to meet the exact requirements of your project and achieve your key objectives. Our creative design team will incorporate your logo, color scheme, along any other specific requirements you may have.

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Amerisan’s Trademarked Integrated Thread System

Another advantage that Amerisan shadow board’s provides is our exclusive Integrated Thread System that consists of an unique thread design for a superior fit that won’t loosen or strip. Along with a stronger grip, this system simplifies installation, reduces the number of parts, increases longevity of the board, and offers substantial time savings. In addition, before leaving our facilities, all boards are pre-drilled to help facilitate the installation process and ensure the proper hook and holder placement accuracy.