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Ergonomics

Workstations: Sitting Down on the Job

The right type of chair or stool can help address ergonomic concerns.
Austin Weber
Austin Weber
November 23, 2009
Seating helps determine how operators interface with workstations. The right type of chair or stool can help address ergonomic concerns caused by repetitive stress. Inadequate seating can place unnecessary strain on assemblers’ muscles.
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Glossary of Ergonomic Terms

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
December 1, 2008
The field of ergonomics is full of various terms, such as "carpal tunnel syndrome" and "cumulative trauma disorder." Here's a short guide to everything from "accommodation" to "work reach envelope."
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Mixed-Model Assembly Is Key to Profitability

Error-Proofing Manual Assembly

December 6, 2005
When it comes to manufacturing, the best assembly process in the world can still fall prey to such prosaic constraints as operator fatigue, inattentiveness, time pressure, and plain-old carelessness.
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What’s New With Workstations

Lean Workstations: Organized for Productivity

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
February 6, 2005
Lean workstations are designed for minimal wasted motion, which refers to any unnecessary time and effort required to assemble a product. Excessive twists or turns, uncomfortable reaches or pickups, and unnecessary walking all contribute to wasted motion.
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Material Handling System Facilitates Lean Assembly

September 1, 2003
Alfmeier uses Creform material handling systems from Textube to distribute inventory to assembly workcells.
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Parts Feeding: Productive Positioning

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
May 19, 2003
Getting the right part in the right place, in the right orientation, and at the right time is vital to time- and cost-efficient assembly. This article provides tips and techniques for effectively feeding and positioning parts for both manual and automated applications.
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Federal Government Debates Ergonomics Standards for Assembly Plants

Austin Weber
Austin Weber
October 1, 2001
A new round of regulations aim to reduce work-related musculoskeletal injuries. But, many manufacturers have already taken proactive steps to address the problem
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Workstations and Ergonomics

Options for Lighting at Assembly Workstations

Ergonomic assembly requires adequate visibility and illumination of the work area.
October 1, 2001
Ergonomic assembly requires adequate visibility and illumination of the work area. Products that support this include lights, magnifiers and vision systems.
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