September 6, 2013
Parts hard to remove Gravity drops too low Principles affected Force Height Motions Related pages Machine Ops Loading Parts handling (special issues for machines) Workstations Parts […]
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September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
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September 6, 2013
Parts hard to remove Gravity drops too low Principles affected Force Height Motions Related pages Machine Ops Loading Parts handling (special issues for machines) Workstations Parts […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]