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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.


Greenheck: AMPLIFY™ DS-6 Overhead HVLS Fan
Greenheck’s AMPLIFY™ overhead high volume low speed (HVLS) fans are ideal for destratification, comfort cooling and condensation prevention in large industrial spaces. The many benefits include increased comfort, safety...

InCord Custom Safety Netting: Skylight Nets
Implement a cost-effective, portable way to protect personnel performing roof work with InCord Skylight Nets.

Adrian’s Safety Solutions: Modular Safety Netting
Industrial safety netting product provides fall protection for walkways and work areas.

HeroWear: Apex Exosuit
The Apex is a back-assist exosuit designed to reduce strain on the back while fitting like a comfortable piece of clothing. It features a patent-pending dual-mode switch turning back assistance...

HeroWear: Exo-LiFFT Calculator
Calculator reveals impact of exoskeletons.

Advance Lifts: Custom Multistage Scissors Lifts (MSL) and “Big Friggin” Lift (BFL)
Advance has the most standard units of multi-stage scissors lifts in the industry. Ideal for a wide range of applications, helps increase productivity, safety and efficiency.

Blue Giant Equipment: Heavy-Duty Industrial Pneumatic Scissor Lift Tables, Work Positioners and Tilt Tables
A complete line of heavy-duty industrial pneumatic scissor lift tables, work positioners and tilt tables by Verti-Lift are ideal for applications where hydraulic equipment, oils and fluids are prohibited.

Vestil Manufacturing: PSDT-ADP-2136 Drum Transporter and De-Palletizer
Drum transporter and de-palletizer lifts 700-pound drums.

InCord Custom Safety Netting: Truck Nets
Eliminate trailer door accidents and contain floor stacked shipments with InCord’s Truck Nets for box trucks and trailers.

Greenheck: Axial Upblast Exhaust Fans
Axial fans are a cost-effective option for low to medium pressure applications.

Greenheck: EAD-635 Adjustable Drainable Blade Louver
An adjustable extruded aluminum louver with drainable style blades.

Greenheck: Warehouse Summer Ventilation Systems
Configurable ventilation systems to meet proper air flow for your facility.

PS Safety Access™: New EdgeHalt® Ladder Safety Gates Featuring Slam-Proof™ Technology
The safest safety gates on the market, these new gates feature Slam-Proof™ technology that closes each gate in a quiet, controlled manner and the new single model exceeds the OSHA,...

Humatics: Milo Microlocation Technology
Localization system increases AGV and AMR productivity

SICK, Inc.: deTec4 Smart Box Detection
Access protection system is safe, user-friendly

Sentry Protection Products: Collision Sentry Corner Pro
Eliminate blind corner hazards with collision warning system with high volume setting.

Presto Lifts: P3 All-Around Airbag Automatic Level Loader
Featuring a small, stable base, the level loader enables users to step closer to its platform, enhancing its ergonomic benefits. The level loader can accommodate an array of loads.

Aero Rubber Company®, Inc.: Industrial Rubber Bands
Industrial operations have been moving away from utilizing rigid, cumbersome and wasteful material handling and packaging options, such as shrink wrap, straps, and cable ties.

Southworth Products: Backsaver Hydraulic Lift Tables
Ergonomic hydraulic lift tables can load 6,000 pounds.

Raymond Corporation: iWarehouse Real Time Location System (RTLS)
Operator assist technology uses ultra-wideband.