Workstations Assembly

Articles about workstations and ergonomics for the assembly line.

ARTICLES

Tool Balancers and Support Arms

Traditional tool balancers and evolving support arms boost worker efficiency and safety

Jim Camillo

July 10, 2019

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There are good and bad aspects to repetition. On one hand, it's a proven way to learn to expertly perform a task. On the other, it can lead to physical problems like carpal tunnel syndrome, and bad arthritis in the hands, arms, legs and back.

Flow Cell Workstations Drive Truck Manufacturer’s Productivity

Zoe Leduc

May 8, 2019

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At the Components and Logistics facility in Gastonia, NC, Daimler Trucks fulfills orders and sub-assembly of thousands of parts. The plant provides parts for North American truck and school bus manufacturers, as well as auto parts stores.

The Reality of Augmented Reality

Wearable devices empower assemblers to be more productive

Austin Weber

May 7, 2019

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Traditionally, it's not unusual to see people wear goggles and other types of safety glasses in factories. But, a new class of wearable devices is becoming increasingly popular on assembly lines.

Digital Data Is Key to ‘Smart’ Factories

April 17, 2019

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BLOOMINGTON, IN—To be successful in today's hyper-competitive global marketplace, manufacturers are constantly finding innovative ways to use technology to increase productivity.

Positioning Equipment Improves Ergonomics for Medical Device Assembler

Powered positioning equipment helps workers at Thermo Fischer Scientific to assemble 40-pound incubators safely and efficiently

Judy Camp

April 10, 2019

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Ergonomic upgrades are becoming a vital part of many workplaces, and assembly workstations can be especially challenging. According to data from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, ergonomic issues cost U.S. companies upwards of $54 billion annually, and they account for one-third of workplace absences.

OMI to Launch Podcast Series on Manufacturing Talk Radio

March 26, 2019

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FAIRFIELD, NJ—Jacket Media Co. will be incorporating a new series, Manufacturing Tomorrow, into its nationally recognized podcast, Manufacturing Talk Radio, which has aired since November 2013. Manufacturing Tomorrow is a podcast series by the Ohio Manufacturing Institute at Ohio State University.

Hyundai Develops Exoskeletons

January 23, 2019

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SEOUL--Engineers at Hyundai Motor Group have developed exoskeleton technology to address ergonomic issues and concerns on its assembly lines.

Exoskeleton Market To Grow Over Next Decade

December 19, 2018

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Exoskeletons will become increasingly popular with manufacturers over the next decade, according to a recent report by ABI Research.

Kanban System Helps Cable Maker Get Lean

Cable manufacturer controls stock replenishment with custom FIFO system

Susanne Kaufmann

October 12, 2018

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Auto-Kabel, the global automotive supplier, manufactures cable and lead sets for power supply applications. The friction welding machines deployed in the process must always have an adequate supply of material without excessive safety stocks.

Case Studies in Wire Harness Assembly

These success stories highlight the need to use the latest processing equipment, workbenches and testing systems on the shop floor.

Jim Camillo

October 11, 2018

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Companies measure success in several ways. One of the most important measurements is their number of repeat customers. For wire harness shops, the best way to gain repeat customers is to provide them an ongoing supply of harnesses that are high quality, economical and specifically designed to meet each application challenge.

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EVENTS

Industry

4/10/14

Ann Arbor, MI

United States

Managing an Ergonomics Process

Attendees will develop the ability to recognize, plan, and integrate the strategic elements of ergonomics into their current business processes. This workshop is not an introductory course and is intended for those who have previously attended the Applied Industrial Ergonomics seminar.

Industry

6/19/14

Ann Arbor, MI

United States

Advanced Ergonomic Design Workshop

This workshop takes you beyond identifying and assessing ergonomic risk, and leads you into “designing out” the risk to begin with. Through hands-on experiences and group activities, some of which may be held off-site, participants will learn how to evaluate existing equipment and propose methodologies for good ergonomic design. This workshop is for people who have previously participated in the Applied Industrial Ergonomics training course.