December 20, 2013
Topics Workbench height Storage Chairs/creepers Tilters and trunnions Adjustable height Background Normally, the workbenches and machines in maintenance shops are not used with the same repetitiveness […]
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December 20, 2013
Access panels importance doors, hinges, and quick releases arms wheels Access platforms decks and catwalks permanent step platforms scaffolding movable platforms High work platforms […]
December 20, 2013
This category refers to production machines of all types, but with particular emphasis on metalworking machine tools. The category includes both large stand-alone machines as well […]
December 20, 2013
Grip design diameter precision vs. power length friction surface grip angle pressure points Weight and balance pros and cons center of gravity Tool control […]
December 20, 2013
Several unique devices have been developed for handling blocks and pavers. These devices may also be suitable for other types of loads in general industry. Hand […]
December 20, 2013
Before: Difficult despite two people After: Easier with just one person Background Vacuum technology has developed dramatically in recent years, providing a good option for many […]
December 20, 2013
Background Bins are similar to racks, but hold smaller items, often picked individually and not by the carton. Usually the items in bins are not as heavy […]
December 20, 2013
December 19, 2013
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September 6, 2013
Bending down to pallets and into containers Principles affected Posture Force Reach Height Related pages Material handling Hoists Carts Tilters Containers Pallets Lifter-transporters Background Bending down […]
September 6, 2013
High reach Low bend Principles affected Posture Reach Height Clearance Related pages Material Handling Lifts Carts Air casters Wheels Slides Hoistes Workstations Work area storage Work […]
September 6, 2013
Problem: Bending for manual stretch wrap Low-cost solution: Homemade broom handle Principles affected Posture Related pages Workstations Packing Taping/labling Background Manual wrapping typically involves bending […]
September 6, 2013
Stopping work to peel a label Housekeeping Principles affected Force Motions Related pages Workstations Packing stations Background Peeling from rolls of labels can: require stopping productive […]
September 6, 2013
Wasted effort: Box at same level as materials Wasted effort: Materials lower than bags Principles affected Force Height Motions Related pages Workstations Label/tape dispensers Stretch wrap […]
September 6, 2013
Work is often performed directly on conveyors Principles affected All Related pages All Background Conveyors can serve as the foundation for a workstation equivalent to a […]
September 6, 2013
Temperature extremes Principles affected Fatigue (metabolic load) Environment Background Human performance decreases when working in hot and cold environments. In broad terms, the ideal temperature is about […]
September 6, 2013
Double handling Cross-body reach Principles affected All Related pages Workstations Storage Surface size Parts handling Background Layout issues can be considered on two levels: Between workstations […]
September 6, 2013
Pressure points behind the knees Instinctive need for any type of change in position Principles affected Posture Fatigue Pressure points Related pages Workstations: Seating Flooring Sit/Stand […]