January 2, 2019
Safety experts are familiar with the Hierarchy of Controls, or the Hierarchy of Ergonomics Controls, in this case. That is, once a hazard is identified, we […]
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January 2, 2019
We just added several new Workplace ergonomics assessment and analysis tools to our Ergoweb Enterprise™ software platform: Ohio BWC/OSU Push/Pull Guidelines ACGIH Upper Extremity Localized Fatigue […]
October 11, 2017
How much should we budget for ergonomics? Who should pay for it? Do we really need it? What value can we expect from our investment? These […]
June 29, 2017
After two years of development using state-of-the-art online software methods and standards, we’re pleased to announce the release of Ergoweb Enterprise™, ergonomics software system (software-as-a-service) for […]
June 27, 2017
Sustainable sounds like one of those corporate buzzwords that come and go, but the meaning behind it will always ring true for organizations purposely built to […]
June 23, 2017
Continuous improvement, or continual improvement, is the ongoing improvement of products, services or processes through incremental and breakthrough improvements.1 What do Lean, Six-Sigma, Total Quality Management, Performance […]
May 23, 2017
Team Ergoweb 23rd June, 2017 Applying workplace ergonomics through a continuous improvement process is essential for enterprise sustainability. A good ergonomics process plays a key role in […]
March 28, 2017
Christensen (1987) points out that the importance of a “good fit” between humans and tools was probably realized early in the development of the species. Australopithecus […]
March 2, 2016
Ergoweb Inc. 02nd March, 2016 Ergoweb Inc., a leading full service ergonomics company, announced today that it has sold its ownership interests in the ErgoAdvocate software system […]
September 6, 2013
Background Mechanism Ratchet wrench Ratchets are commonly incorporated into tools to increase efficiency and ease of use. The mechanism reduces motions by eliminating the need to […]
September 6, 2013
Background Power steering The terms “power assist” and “mechanical assist” are used loosely in general industry, but generally refers to any device that actively aids the […]
September 6, 2013
Background Without hinge: Difficult With hinge: Easy Hinges are often overlooked as a simple way to improve efficiency and physical demands on people. They should be […]
September 6, 2013
Screw clamp: Slow, forceful Quick release: Fast, easy Principles affected Force Motions Related pages Access panels Fixtures Background Quick releases and disconnects have multiple advantages over […]
September 6, 2013
Background Speed Strength The gear is an ancient mechanism that continues to have new uses. Gears can be used either to increase speed (thereby reducing motions) or […]
September 6, 2013
Lever added to wire stripper (see lever devices below) Principles affected Force Background Levers are as old as the earliest humans. Yet, they still can play a […]
September 6, 2013
Forearm brace provides heavy force with no wrist strain Principles affected Force Background Certain types of tools and tasks can place considerable strain on the wrist. […]
September 6, 2013
Innovative strap on Whizard® knife (see comments below) Principles affected Fatigue Background Constantly holding a hand tool can fatigue muscles (“static grip”), cause pain, and interfere […]
September 6, 2013
Short handle: long reach Long handle: no reach Principles affected Posture Height Related pages Tools Second handles Background The value of a long-handled tool has been […]