Reaching to load — sometimes with a heavy part Principles affected Posture Force Reach Height Motions Fatigue Clearance Related pages Workstations Parts handling Material handling All […]

Too high, but easy to fix Long reach and hard to fix Extremely awkward design Background Machinery has been the hallmark of progress in production, eliminating […]

Holding slippery items Background This is a catch-all category of special application tools. The intend for much of this list is to enable readers to see […]

Common issues Tasks that require using manual scoops can involve repetitive motions, sometimes with a relatively heavy load. Common options for improvement Metal with grip at […]

Common issues Squeeze force Some tasks require a heavy squeeze force to cut or to hold an item. If done frequently, it can add to the […]

Common issues Repetitive, forceful motions When used repetitively, wire strippers can place significant strain on the hands. Newer designs of wire stripping tools can be ingenious […]

Common issues   Common options for improvement First issue Two styles of reachers many types of reachers available on the market. A feature to consider is […]

Common issues High volume production Pressure point On-going use of scissors in production can create a few critical problems, in particular: Repetitive squeezing motions pressure points […]

Common issues Squeeze bottle Manual squeeze gun Manual applicators such as bottles and squeeze guns are often used for adhesives, sealants, and similar thick fluids. Although […]

cutters in general: countersinking, reaming [in development] Common issues The primary concern is heavy force to drill through a hard object.  Working in an awkward position […]

Common issues Heavy repetitive motions;  awkward positions; vibration Using wrenches can potentially involve heavy and/or repetitive motions, often in an awkward working position. Some power wrenches […]

Common issues Awkward, inefficient Manual screwdrivers are adequate for infrequent tasks, but generally insufficient for typical assembly tasks. They tend to be  awkward and require too […]