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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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
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 […]
September 6, 2013
Self-closing gripper for buffing small parts Principles affected Fatigue Related pages Workstations Fixtures Background Picking up and holding small items can be difficult for several reasons, […]