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OSHA Ergonomic Guidelines: Creating the Ultimate Workstation

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 29, 2025 5:15:00 PM

 

A stiff neck, sore back, or aching wrists after a long day at your desk isn’t just annoying; it’s a warning sign. With more people working in front of screens than ever before, the health risks of poor workstation habits are on the rise. The key is applying OSHA ergonomic guidelines – simple adjustments that protect employees' bodies, keep them comfortable, and help them perform at their best.

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Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, Safety, Testing & Prototyping, office equipment, OSHA

Hospital Furniture Standards: What Healthcare Facilities Need to Know

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 29, 2025 5:00:22 PM

When you walk into a hospital, it’s easy to notice the advanced medical equipment, high-tech monitors, and life-saving devices. Just as important, though often overlooked, are the chairs, tables, cabinets, and beds that fill each room.

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Topics: Counterbalances, Ergonomics, Design, Hinges, Medical Equipment, Safety, Hospitality Furniture

How to Create the Ideal Ergonomic Desk Setup with Screen Placement & Monitor Arms

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jul 25, 2025 12:00:00 PM

When it comes to ergonomics and computer screens, it’s all in how you look at them. One thing is beyond dispute: If you want an ergonomic workstation setup at the office or in a university setting, there’s definitely a right way and a wrong way to do it.

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Topics: Ergonomics

Collaborative Workspace Design: Integrating Ergonomics & Hot Desking

Posted by Weber Knapp on May 7, 2025 1:00:00 PM

Office design has always balanced space efficiency with employee well-being. As businesses evolve, so must workspaces — making collaborative workspace design more important than ever. Hot desking is one of the most innovative evolutions within this category, enabling businesses to optimize their space through flexible, shared office environments.

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Topics: Ergonomics

Ergonomic Furniture Design Backed by ANSI/BIFMA Standards

Posted by Weber Knapp on May 1, 2025 7:45:00 AM

Gone are the days when office furniture was simply about desks and chairs. 

Today, ergonomic furniture design plays a pivotal role in the health, happiness, and productivity of your workforce. If your current setup leaves employees hunched, strained, or uncomfortable, you’re likely paying for it — in lost productivity, increased sick days, and higher turnover. But how can you be sure your office equipment actually supports ergonomic principles?

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Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, office equipment

Avoiding Ergonomic Workplace Hazards (Before They Hurt Productivity)

Posted by Weber Knapp on Apr 4, 2025 11:00:00 AM

Nothing derails productivity faster than uncomfortable office equipment. Most of us have experienced it firsthand: chairs that never quite feel right, desks at awkward heights, and keyboards that strain your wrists within minutes. Although these issues may look minor, they’re real ergonomic workplace hazards that can lead to chronic discomfort, reduced focus, and long-term employee dissatisfaction.

But solving ergonomic issues in the workplace takes more than Googling “ergonomic chair.” Office managers need to know how to spot bad ergonomic products and what makes a product truly ergonomic before investing.

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Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, Push Cart, office equipment, OSHA

Why Ergonomics Is Important in Workplace: A Comprehensive Guide

Posted by Weber Knapp on Mar 12, 2025 11:00:00 AM

Picture this: An employee sits at their desk for eight hours a day, hunched over a poorly positioned monitor, straining their wrists on a rigid keyboard, and shifting uncomfortably in a chair that offers zero support. Over time, discomfort turns into chronic pain, productivity declines, and absenteeism rises. This isn’t just an individual issue — it’s a workplace-wide problem.

Workplace ergonomics is more than just comfort — it’s the foundation of a productive, healthy, and sustainable work environment. Whether you're in an office, a manufacturing facility, or working remotely, bad ergonomics in the workplace can lead to serious consequences, from musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) to increased turnover and financial losses.

By prioritizing ergonomic solutions, businesses can protect their employees from injury, increase efficiency, and stay compliant with OSHA and other regulatory guidelines.

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Topics: Applications, Ergonomics

Why Your Office Needs Ergonomic Computer Keyboard Trays

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jan 23, 2025 4:30:00 PM

At first glance, everything in your office might seem fine. 

Employees are diligently working at their desks, meeting deadlines, and keeping the wheels of productivity turning. But beneath the surface, a hidden productivity killer is creeping in — chronic pain and repetitive stress injuries caused by poorly designed workstations.

Without ergonomic solutions tailored to your employees, you may be unknowingly setting the stage for discomfort, injury, and reduced efficiency. These issues can spiral into costly outcomes, including increased workers’ compensation claims and lost productivity.

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Topics: Ergonomics, Appliance, Safety, office equipment

Innovative Ergonomic Solutions: Trends for 2025

Posted by Weber Knapp on Jan 6, 2025 10:30:00 AM

As workplaces change and technology moves forward, innovative ergonomic solutions are making a big difference in creating healthier, more comfortable spaces for employees.

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Topics: Ergonomics, Design, Safety, office equipment

Maximizing Space: 5 RV Design Ideas

Posted by Weber Knapp on Aug 20, 2024 2:00:00 PM

RVs could easily be dubbed "tiny houses on wheels." While they offer a touch of luxury for your camping adventures, it's no secret that space is limited.

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Topics: Counterbalances, Ergonomics, Motion Control, Design, Aesthetics