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Topic: Ergonomics & Safety

Ergonomics is the applied science that seeks to improve the design and function of tools and other objects used by people. In materials handling proper ergonomics improves safety.


Mallard Manufacturing: Ergo Cell ergonomic pallet lift table
Integrate ergonomic pallet lift table into case flow picking for better productivity Engineered to work within pallet flow case picking applications, the Ergo Cell ergonomic pallet lift table has fail-safe...

ClearSpan Fabric Structures: Hybrid Building fabric structure
The Hybrid Building, part of the supplier’s line of HD structures, can be constructed with either steel or fabric side walls. Buildings measure from 25 to 160 feet wide to accommodate...

FlexArm: B-19 torque reaction articulation arm
Ergonomic articulation arm for heavy-duty assembly applications To support ergonomic work processes, the B-19 torque reaction articulation arm for heavy-duty assembly applications accommodates torque up to 100 foot-pounds. An adjustable air...

Keytroller, LLC: Slingbelt always-used seat belt
Ensure that lift truck drivers buckle up with device To ensure lift truck driver safety compliance, the Slingbelt always-used seat belt makes it uncomfortable for an operator to sit on...

Full line of directional, destination, facility and safety signage
Identify locations within the warehouse with signage For easier navigation within a warehouse, a full line of directional, destination, facility and safety signage are produced in multiple sizes and designs,...

Presto Lifts: XZ series hydraulic floor-level lifts
Floor-level lifts can be loaded, unloaded with hand pallet jack Ergonomic XZ series hydraulic floor-level lifts handle loads up to 6,000 pounds in assembly, maintenance and palletizing applications. Easily loaded/unloaded...

Newcastle Systems: Mobile PowerPick station
Powered cart offers capacity for picking, printing, scanning and computing

Banner Engineering Corp.: EZ-Light TL70 Modular Tower Light
Flexible modular tower light provides visible and audible equipment status Customizable as needed, the EZ-Light TL70 modular tower light allows for easy position changes in the field. Big and bright,...

Big Ass Fans: 6-foot version of the AirGo mobile floor fan
6-foot mobile floor fan debuted Featuring a compact design that allows it to fit through standard interior doorways, a 6-foot version of the AirGo mobile floor fan has debuted. It...

MaxLite: New 5-watt G9 LED Lamp
5-watt LED lamp offered as 40-watt halogen replacement A new 5-watt G9 LED lamp is offered as an energy-efficient replacement for 40-watt halogen T4 G9-based lamps. The lamp retrofits...

Dialight: SafeSite LED High Bay Fixture
Efficient, high bay LED for hazardous locations.

Benko Products: Sahara Drum Crusher/In-Drum Compactor
Crush drums for disposal with explosion-proof compactor With explosion-proof construction, the Sahara drum crusher/in-drum compactor is suitable for use in NFPA Class I, Division I areas. The device reduces...

Presto Lifts: Line of manual and battery-operated drum stackers
Lift, transport drums with stacker A line of manual and battery-operated drum stackers is capable of handling 30- and 55-gallon drums. The stackers accommodate loads up to 1,000 pounds on 18-inch...

Material Transfer Systems: Hydraulic Lift & Seal Drum Discharging System
Discharge drums safely, efficiently with hydraulic system The hydraulic Lift & Seal drum discharging system safely and efficiently empties drums of various materials into any process. Custom-engineered, each unit features a...

Morse Manufacturing Company: DrumTumblr
Corner-over-corner drum tumbling device mixes contents The DrumTumblr device can correct settling and homogenize the contents of steel, plastic and fiber drums. The ergonomic device agitates the drums in a...

DAQRI: Smart Helmet Head-Mounted Display
Smart helmet protects workers, provides information The Smart Helmet professional-grade, head-mounted display for industrial applications uses proprietary Intellitrack 4D software to connect workers to their environments and provide relevant information...

Omron Adept Technologies: OS32C-4M Type 3 safety laser scanner
Safeguard robotic cells, personnel, with laser scanner

Larson Electronics: EPL-TL-5X100W-C-PA Stack Light With Signal Horns
Stack light with signal horns for use in hazardous environments The EPL-TL-5X100W-C-PA stack light with signal horns is approved for use in hazardous environments where explosive and flammable...

Ergodyne: Squids Drops Zone Caution Tape
Indicate overhead and at-height drops zone with caution tape Offered in 300- and 1,000-foot rolls, Squids drops zone tape features a repeating “CAUTION: DROPS ZONE” message to prevent workers or...

Advanced Machine & Engineering: Sitema Safety Catchers
Sitema Safety Catchers are clamping devices that mount around shafts to decelerate, stop and support falling vertical loads, preventing personnel injury or equipment damage. Encased in each housing is a...