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December 20, 2013
Background One of the most challenging issues in distribution centers is manually picking orders. The amount of lifting, bending, and reaching is obvious, but many of […]
December 20, 2013
Common issues Constant bending to check orders Lifting, walking, carrying to sort orders Checking incoming materials often is done on the floor, which then usually requires […]
December 20, 2013
Background Many of the tasks related to shipping and receiving are now performed with equipment such as forklift trucks and and involve little physical strain on […]
December 20, 2013
The system of distribution centers in North America is an unsung marvel of modern technology. When a customer orders a product, it is often removed from […]
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 […]
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 […]