Did You Know Your “Smart Walls” Aren’t So Smart?
Despite their popularity, hospital supply room “Smart Walls” are anything but. We keenly understand at UNICAS that fast paced medical environments demand intelligent supply chain management solutions that go beyond inefficient, fixed wall mounted bins.
Supply Chain Management Solutions
Wall Bins
- Forces you to organize supplies by size, not category
- Not conducive to Lean process (Kanban)
- Maximum shelf depth of only 18”, which must be on the bottom
- Fixed, wall mounted item locations
- Weight limited storage (example: IV solution)
UNICAS Open Rack Systems
- Encourages natural item flow and reduces material wastage
- Fully Lean and Kanban compliant
- Densest supply storage solution and maximizes cubic inches
- Mobile shelving is simple to rearrange
- Able to be placed in the middle of any supply room
- Works with all departments
See The Difference
Anesthesia Supply Room Example
Transforming chaos into efficiency. Say goodbye to cluttered storage with our streamlined open rack system.
Not So Smart Walls
Why Wall Mounted Bins Create Inefficiencies for Nurses
Limited Configurations
Hospital departments are limited by only putting shorter bins above longer ones
Accessibility Issues
Heaviest, largest supplies have to go on the bottom, which are awkward and difficult to retrieve
Organization Challenges
Smallest items have to go on top, which are harder to see, restock, and keep track of
Intelligent Solution
UNICAS Open Rack System
Rapidly installs directly in front of wall bin mount sheeting.
Ergonomic Design
Top shelf storage is easy to view and access while being full length due to its intuitive angled design
Optimized Layout
Items are intelligently spaced, easy to access, and have maximum material storage density
Flexible Storage
Different sized and shaped items can be put anywhere for ease of picking and restocking
Talk to a Medical Supply Chain Expert Today
Contact UsFrequently Asked Questions
Is it hard to remove or replace smart wall bins?
No, it’s quite straightforward for UNICAS to replace your storage bins with minimal supply room interruption. In fact, we can put our Open Storage Racks right in front of the previous wall hook panels to save time and reduce unnecessary installation time.
How do I rotate inventory with the UNICAS system?
Instead of having to pick through jumbled bins, our Kanban-driven system allows for intuitive item picking and restocking. This reduces material outdates and saves your department money on supplies.
Does your solution not work in certain departments?
Our completely customizable, modular supply chain system works in every department at the hospital, as well as for outpatient facilities. We’ve seen it all and know how to get your team set up for success.
How quickly can I get a UNICAS system installed?
All of our medical supply chain system racks, cabinets, and components are made right here in the USA. That means we can usually ship and install your new supply rooms in just a few weeks instead of months.