5S originated in Japan and refers to the effective management of production factors such as personnel, machines, materials and methods at the production site. This is a unique management method of Japanese enterprises. 5S means sorting out (SEIRI), rectifying (SEITON), cleaning (SEISO), cleaning (SEIKETSU) and self-cultivation (SHITSUKE), which is the so-called "five principles".

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The utility of 5S:

1 and 5S are the best salesmen. They are praised by customers as clean and tidy factories, and they are willing to place orders. Many people come to visit the factory and learn about the clean and bright environment.

2, 5S is saving, reducing the waste of many unnecessary materials and tools, reducing the waste of "finding", saving a lot of time, reducing working hours and improving efficiency.

3. 5S is a safe, wide and bright workplace with a wide field of vision. Observing the cumulative limit, the danger is clear at a glance. Clear walkways will not cause confusion and affect the smooth progress of the work.

4.5S is the promoter of standardization. Everyone carries out the task correctly according to the regulations, and the procedure is stable, which brings stable quality and stable cost.

5, 5S to form a bright and clean workplace (satisfactory). Employees in the workplace make improvements and have a sense of accomplishment. It can create an improved atmosphere for everyone on site.

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