Gigant

09/04/2025

🎥 We made it onto BBC’s The One Show!

Okay, technically… our workbenches did 😄

LEGOLAND® Windsor’s master model builders use Gigant workbenches every day — and now they’ve had a moment in the spotlight. 👏

We can’t guarantee your workspace will end up on TV…
…but we can help make it leaner, smarter, and better organised.

👉 Read the full case study here: https://buff.ly/lt7SvA8

18/03/2025

From growth pains to production gains! ✨

ChamSys, innovators in lighting control, needed more than just extra space — they needed a smarter, scalable environment.

With Gigant’s tailored workstations, racking and shelving, they now have a lean-ready workspace designed for long-term success.

🔍 See how we helped make it happen: https://buff.ly/scZkS4r

With our expertise in creating tailored workspace solutions, Gigant worked closely with ChamSys to design a lean, modular and future-proof production environment.

11/03/2025

🔎 How much waste is hiding in your business?

From overproduction and defects to waiting times and unused talent, the 8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing highlight the biggest inefficiencies in production. Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored how to identify and eliminate these wastes to improve efficiency, productivity and profitability.

📖 Catch up on the full blog series here 👉 https://buff.ly/4iNwKcn

💡 Want to go deeper? We’re putting together a comprehensive 8 Wastes Whitepaper, designed to help manufacturers take practical steps to reduce waste and optimise workflows.

📩 Register your interest now and be the first to receive your copy! 👉 https://buff.ly/3Qjag6e

04/03/2025

🦸 Are your employees doing their best work - or just getting through the day?

Unused Talent Waste happens when skilled employees aren’t given the right environment to thrive. It’s not just about training and career progression - sometimes, the problem is as simple as a workspace that hinders productivity instead of supporting it.

✅ Cluttered workstations? Custom drawer storage reduces decision fatigue.
✅ Discomfort causing distraction? Height-adjustable benches & anti-fatigue matting keep workers engaged.
✅ No space for ideas? Mobile tool panels & whiteboards help teams plan, collaborate, and innovate.

When a workspace is designed for clarity and comfort, employees can focus, innovate and work more effectively.

📖 Read our full blog on Unused Talent Waste to find out more 👉 [Insert Link]

This is the 8th and final waste in our series, and we hope you've enjoyed hearing all about it. Coming soon 👀... keep your eyes peeled for our 8 Wastes whitepaper (available in draft form on request!).

25/02/2025

🗑️ Defects don’t just lead to scrap - they cause delays, waste resources and increase costs. Poor organisation, inconsistent processes and inadequate workstation setups all contribute to avoidable errors.

🤔 How to reduce defects?
✔️ Precision Tools – Magnifying glasses with adjustable arms help workers focus on fine details.
✔️ Organised Workspaces – Drawer cabinets, tool panels & mobile storage reduce errors caused by clutter.
✔️ Optimal Lighting – Glare-free overhead & machine lighting ensure clear visibility for accurate work.

At Gigant, we provide precision tools, storage solutions and lighting to help manufacturers minimise defects and improve quality.

📖 Read our full blog on Defects Waste 👉 https://buff.ly/41dZKU4

In the 8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing, 'Defects Waste' inflates costs and disrupts operations. Learn how precision tools, organised workspaces, and improved lighting from Gigant can reduce errors and boost efficiency.

18/02/2025

🧑‍🔧 More work doesn’t always mean better results—in lean manufacturing, it often just means waste.

Overprocessing happens when tasks take longer, involve unnecessary refinements, or require excessive precision beyond what’s needed. This leads to lost time, higher costs, and inefficiency.

💡 How to eliminate Waste?

✔️ Flexible Arm Accessories – Keep tools, instructions, and screens within reach to minimise wasted motion.
✔️ Stable Workbenches – Ensure a vibration-free surface for first-time accuracy, reducing unnecessary refinements.
✔️ Specialised Lifting & Positioning – Secure materials in the right place with lifting columns and the Gigant Ball Positioner, reducing manual adjustments.

At Gigant, we help manufacturers streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and eliminate Overprocessing Waste with precision-focused workstation solutions.

📖 Read our full blog on Overprocessing Waste to find out more 👉 https://buff.ly/4jU1HMC

Overprocessing waste inflates costs and slows production with unnecessary steps and complexity. Learn how to identify and eliminate this waste with tools like ergonomic workbenches, precision tools, and clamping solutions

11/02/2025

🚨 Overproduction is considered by many experts to be the worst of the 8 Wastes.

Why? It ties up capital, increases storage costs, and creates a ripple effect - leading to excess inventory, unnecessary movement, transportation waste, and even defects.

💡 How to prevent it?
✔️ Short-Span Shelving – Improve stock visibility and avoid unnecessary production.
✔️ FIFO Roller Shelves – Keep inventory moving with First-In, First-Out (FIFO) racking.
✔️ Modular Drawer Cabinets – Organise surplus parts efficiently and reduce clutter.

At Gigant, we help manufacturers streamline production, reduce overproduction waste and boost efficiency with smart storage and workflow solutions.

📖 Read our full blog on Overproduction Waste to find out more 👉 https://buff.ly/4hqPT2C

Overproduction waste clogs workflows and inflates costs. Learn how to reduce surplus with solutions like FIFO roller shelves and modular storage systems to improve efficiency and align production with demand.

10/02/2025

Gigant have had the pleasure of visiting UTC Portsmouth twice and each time we’ve come away truly inspired by their approach to education. Their success in guiding students into meaningful careers is exceptional - over 50% of UTC Portsmouth students move into after completing their studies, compared to a national average of just 6.7%.

This week is National Apprenticeship Week, a great time to highlight the impact of schools like UTC Portsmouth in preparing students for real-world in engineering, manufacturing, and technical industries.

If you have a child interested in and approaching Year 9 or Year 11, it’s worth looking into what UTC Portsmouth has to offer. And if you work for a STEM employer in the South of the UK, take a moment to see how you could support their work. They’re doing incredible things - but like all specialist education providers, they rely on strong industry partnerships to help students gain the experience and pathways they need.

Read more about their initiatives and apprenticeships in their post below.

National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is all about celebrating the opportunities apprenticeships provide - offering hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications, and a direct route into a successful career.

At UTC Portsmouth, we’ve got a full programme lined up for our students to celebrate this week, including guest lectures, working lunches, and workshops - all made possible thanks to the incredible support of our Employer Partners.

We’re also showcasing some of our alumni who have gone on to exciting apprenticeship pathways after leaving UTC Portsmouth. Keep an eye on our social media this week as we share their stories, or check out our blog for a deeper dive:

https://www.utcportsmouth.org/news/2025/1/31/celebrating-national-apprenticeship-week-at-utc-portsmouth

For more information on apprenticeships, check out the government website: https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/

04/02/2025

🚨 Stop wasting time on waiting!

⏳Waiting Waste —when employees, machines, or materials are left idle — slows your workflow and raises costs. But there’s a fix.

💡 Check out our blog to discover practical solutions, including:
✔️ Barrows and trolleys for improved material flow
✔️ Modular workstations for adaptable setups
✔️ Machine guarding to minimise downtime

🔗 Read now and optimise your workflow! 👉 https://buff.ly/3PIb2cs

Discover how to identify and eliminate waiting waste in your production processes. Learn practical strategies and explore solutions like modular workstations and machine guarding to reduce downtime and boost productivity.

28/01/2025

🙋 Reaching for tools, bending for materials, or stretching to access key items? That’s Motion Waste, and it’s costing you productivity and efficiency.

In lean manufacturing, every movement matters, so unnecessary reaching, bending, or stretching can slow your team down, increase fatigue and lead to errors. ❌

In our latest blog, learn how to:
✅ Optimise workstations for ergonomics
✅ Keep tools and materials within arm’s reach
✅ Boost comfort and efficiency with customisable solutions

Read the blog to optimise your workspace today 👉 https://buff.ly/40F1Lbz

Learn how to reduce motion waste in your production environment. Discover practical strategies and tools, including customisable workbenches, tool storage systems, and mobile solutions, to streamline workflows and boost productivity.

21/01/2025

This week in our '8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing' series, we’re tackling 📦 Inventory Waste – the mess-making bottleneck that clutters your workspace and ties up capital.

Excess or disorganised inventory is particularly wasteful in production settings because it not only takes up physical space – it disrupts workflows and slows down operations.

🤔 So, what's the solution?

Simple... create organised ✅, visible ✅ and accessible ✅ storage solutions, to complement robust inventory management systems.

Straightforward, practical solutions like shelving, bin racking, and modular drawer cabinets can be a game-changer in helping you optimise how and where materials are stored... but, as ever, getting started is easier said than done.

👉 To learn more about how you can declutter, streamline, and reduce Inventory Waste in 2025, read our complete guide here: https://buff.ly/40jp2zy

Discover how to reduce inventory waste in your production environment. Learn practical strategies, explore solutions like modular cabinets and bin racks, and create a streamlined, clutter-free workspace with Gigant

14/01/2025

😵‍💫 Is your production workspace all tangled-up with inefficiency?

In our latest post on the 8 Wastes of Lean Manufacturing, we tackle Transportation Waste – one of the biggest hidden drains on productivity.

🍝 The key to uncovering this waste? Spaghetti diagrams!

By mapping the movement of materials, tools, and workers, you can clearly see unnecessary steps and inefficient layouts in action. Check out our before-and-after example diagram to see how optimising workspace flow can lead to massive gains in efficiency.

As well as more about spaghetti diagrams, our latest blog explains how to identify and eliminate Transportation Waste with practical strategies and products like:

✅ Mobile Trolleys
✅ Modular Workbenches
✅ Adjustable Shelving

👉 Read our full blog to find out more about Transportation Waste and how spaghetti diagrams can help you tackle it: https://buff.ly/3P42yfB