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What have our customers said about Pinnacle's performance?
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Project Summary:
- Detailed analysis of 66,000 sf warehouse.
- Design of upgraded material handling and storage systems.
- Complete project management including systems design, equipment bid and procurement, implementation, startup, and de-bug.
- Incorporated the following upgrades:
- Carousels with light trees for split case order selection.
- Traversing extendable conveyor for container unloading.
- High-speed bar code scanning for receiving sortation.
- RF directed warehouse
- Integrated conveyor from carousels through shipping.
- New warehouse management software system.
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"We chose Pinnacle because of their vast experience in warehouse design and layout. We really needed an overhaul in our warehouse and they were the best fit. They are a team of dedicated people and their support was tremendous. They were here day and night throughout the implementation. They were dedicated, on-site, and willing to do what it took to get the job done. I have complete faith in Mike Frei and Mike Murphy; you get a feeling that they care about your business. Pinnacle went "all out" to make sure this project was a success."
Michael G. Riccio, General Manager, Corp. Finance Division
Panasonic Industrial Company
Division of Matsushita Electric Corp. of America
Modern Materials Handling Magazine: Warehouse of the Month Article, Nov. 1997
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Project Summary:
- 21 Distribution Center projects, both new and remodel.
- Over 6.1 million square feet planned and designed.
- $74.4 million in material handling/storage equipment specified.
- Projects included material handling/storage planning for dry grocery, candy, cigarette, GMP, cooler, and freezer areas.
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"Frank Coleman is an individual having character, professionalism, and a high degree of competence. He is a person with whom a client can communicate very easily because he addresses his clients' concerns with open eyes and ears, and this attitude carries its impact throughout his organization. He has a unique ability to get to the lowest common denominator of a problem and provide sensible and economical solutions. I will personally use Frank's firm on any projects on which his abilities will apply and would heartily recommend that prospective clients or customers of Frank contact me if they have questions regarding his competence or integrity."
Ronald J. King, Corp. VP of Construction and Design
McLane Company, Inc., Subsidiary of Wal-Mart
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Project Summary:
- 148 Facilities projects nationally and internationally.
- Includes both manufacturing and distribution facilities as well as field offices, company stores, and mail operations.
- Developed Corporate Design Guidelines for international office buildings and warehouse/distribution facilities.
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"Frank Coleman and The Pinnacle Consulting Group team are hard-working, professional, creative, and detail oriented. They have always provided the highest quality service and dedication, and to this day remain a preferred service provider of Microsoft. I would highly recommend he and his organization for your consideration."
Carl L. Bates, Director, Real Estate and Facilities
Microsoft Corporation
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Project Summary:
- Developed consolidation plan to minimize facility costs and increase operational efficiency.
- Expanded storage system capacity for short term (2-year) plan.
- Developed finished goods storage environment for subassemblies to be picked and packed for daily orders.
- Developed long term plan and design for new distribution center.
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"You have been most helpful in many areas including production layouts, construction projects in our present locations, and our new warehouse project.Mike Frei has been a great asset in assisting me with present construction. Mike and staff have gone the extra mile in supporting me... One such project was a presentation to the board for which Mike and several others worked almost round-the-clock to complete the CAD drawings needed. ...when I requested this, ...without hesitation, they agreed to help and really came through. This shows you want to be part of the team for the long term..."
Blair J. Smith
Facilities Manager, Optiva Corporation
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Project Summary:
- New 46,000 square foot heavy truck sales and service facility with office, truck display, parts warehouse, and repair operations.
- Design incorporated optimized repair bay spacing and parts warehouse sizing.
- Facility designed to service high-technology new trucks.
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"Our decisions were nearly fatal; neither we, nor the [original] architect had any real expertise in developing efficient work flows, laying out parts distribution and storage, or other relevant knowledge. Enter Frank Coleman and the Pinnacle Group. Their professional, in-depth research, and practical user-friendly approach to design, have been instrumental in achieving a building design that will obtain a maximum return on our facility investment dollar."
Jack Porter, General Manager
Valley Freightliner, Inc.
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Project Summary:
- Complete redesign/relayout of existing 60,800 square foot water sports equpiment manufacturing facility.
- Consolidated manufacturing into one facility.
- Facility and processes designed to allow easy changes to meet changing market requirements.
- Applied new water-based manufacturing technology to improve environmental standards.
- Included new Roto-Molding machine in final design.
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"The results are beyond our expectations. Pinnacle's support of our consolidation team from initial concepts and drawings, to selection of the architect and ultimately the contractors insured the quality and overall goal of our project was met. It was refreshing to find such a high level of professionalism throughout your organization. Frank, you helped us make a dream come true."
Mark Hovind, Director of Manufacturing
O'Brien International, Inc.
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Project Summary:
- Redesign and expansion of existing distribution facility, handling high-value, life critical medical products such as heart patches and atrificial arteries.
- Implemented Total Quality Management and Just In Time with demand-based inventory.
- 100% inventory accuracy.
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"I was very pleased with the documents that captured the system as they first viewed it, the options for improving it, and finally, the specifications for bidding the components we decided upon. In fact, the specifications were so detailed that they helped us through some difficult situations with subcontractors that we had chosen. Joe and Frank keep up with the latest improvements in the material handling arena, as well as the financial condition of many manufacturers. They successfully use this knowledge to design systems that are well integrated."
Carol Sahakian, Associate
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
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Project Summary:
- Design to upgrade existing 15,000 square foot coffee roasting facility.
- Identified equipment requirements and planned the most efficient use of existing space.
- Planned and designed two existing warehouse operations for increased volume capability.
- Incorporated carton flow rack and rack storage systems.
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"We have used The Pinnacle Consulting Group to help us on three different projects. Each of these has been an excellent project, with the work done on time and within budget. Our distribution center projects were on an unrealistic time schedule, but Pinnacle made them happen and met our customer needs. We plan to include them on our future projects. I am more than happy to recommend Frank, Mike, and The Pinnacle Group for your consideration."
Greg Thayer, Director of Operations
Millstone Coffee, Inc.
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Project Summary:
- Site location analysis identified most cost-effective and efficient site for real wood veneer products manufacturing.
- Consolidation of operations into one new 96,000 square foot facility.
- Developed efficient and simple production flow.
- Flexible design allows for easy future expansion.
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"We met with and then selected Frank Coleman and Joe Pittman of the Pinnacle Consulting Group. We felt comfortable with their understanding of our needs and the approach Pinnacle would take in working with us on this project. Frank, Joe and their staff helped us determine the best location, site, facility size, and layout. These areas proved to be key factors in our decision making process. Pinnacle helped us put together a facility that will grow with our company now and in the future. I am pleased to recommend The Pinnacle Consulting Group for your consideration."
K. Alan Holtby, Vice President/General Manager
Woodtape
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Project Summary:
- Review of operations / development of a long range facilities plan.
- Design and planning for a new 126,000 sf. distribution center.
- 30 ft. clear height with super-flat floor specifications.
- Design incorporates:
- Very-narrow aisle storage with turret trucks.
- Early Suppression Fast Response fire protection system.
- Three-level mezzanine for product pick and assembly.
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"The Pinnacle Consulting Group was considered instrumental in the design, construction, and implementation of our new Distribution Center. Their assistance was considered invaluable in providing us with a state of the art distribution center."
Beverly A. Franklin, CFO & Vice President
The Wright Group
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Project Summary:
- Expansion of existing heavy truck sales and service operation to 100,000 square feet.
- Analyzed site for traffic flow, vehicle storage, and placement of service operations.
- Included 39 repair bays with optimized spacing, a parts warehouse, a body shop, and sales and display areas.
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"In the 25 years Truck Centers, Inc. has been in business, we have built or significantly expanded 5 facilities for our Freightliner franchises in Illinois and Missouri. The Pinnacle Group is the most knowledgeable and helpful company we have ever used. Their knowledge and ability to depict the efficient flow of work is invaluable. I will not build a new facility without their assistance."
John Hopkins, Chairman
Truck Centers, Inc.
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