Today “motion control” implies automation, robotics, and electronics. But you’d be amazed at what you can achieve when you combine old-fashioned mechanical engineering with a creativity-minded manufacturer.
VIDEOS: Motion Control Engineering Solutions for Complex Hinge Design
Topics: Counterbalances, Applications, Ergonomics, Motion Control, Design, Lid Support, Vectis, Durability, Safety, Food Industry, kitchen, hospitality, office equipment
The Ergonomic Furniture Your Office Needs for Happy, Healthy Workers
Topics: Ergonomics, Motion Control, office equipment
Labor Shortages: Why Office Ergonomics Has Never Been More Important
4 Reasons Why Office Ergonomics is Important
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The Great Resignation has forever changed the workplace. It doesn’t matter if you’re hiring for an office environment, a healthcare setting, or a manufacturing floor, many employers are facing labor shortages. In fact, more than 40 percent of the workforce is weighing employment options.
Keeping employees happy and healthy may be more important than ever.
Topics: Ergonomics, Safety, office equipment
Ergonomic Office Solutions & More ‘Mobility’ at Work
With the entire millennial generation now in the workforce, the modern office is changing. “Wellness” and “mobility” have new meanings. Workers’ expectations are evolving, especially in light of the increased remote work movement after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Topics: Ergonomics, Design
Keep this work from home ergonomics checklist in mind when transitioning into remote working:
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Topics: Ergonomics, office equipment
Design Guide for Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Marine Hinges
No matter where you live, work, or play, there are hinges around. Cabinets, fridges, grills, cars, and airplanes all have hinges that we interact with on the day-to-day.
Boats in particular offer an interesting opportunity for implementing kinematic motion control, mechanical spring counterbalance, and spring assist technologies. Marine hinge design takes into account factors ordinary hinge design might not, including weather condition, humidity, and corrosion.
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Motion Control, Design, Hinge, Hinges, Industrial, Finishing, Durability, Manufacturing
5 Tips for Employee Health and Safety for Sitting at Work
Is standing at work healthier than sitting? Yes, but even employees with a sit-stand desk don’t want to be on their feet all day.
Topics: Ergonomics, Safety, office equipment
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Motion Control, Durability, Cost
Where to Purchase Ergonomics Office Furniture: How to Find a Supplier
So you’ve read up on the benefits of ergonomic office products. You’ve heard rave reviews about the top ergonomic office chairs, ergonomic computer solutions (i.e. advanced keyboard mechanisms and adjustable monitor arms), and desktop components for training desks.
Topics: Applications, Ergonomics, Motion Control, Cost, office equipment
7 Things to Consider When Purchasing a Sit-Stand Desk
An eight-hour workday can make staying alert and fully focused a challenge for even the most invested employees. Standing desk ergonomics can go a long way toward improving focus over the course of the workday. It also puts you in a better mood, since your body releases endorphins while standing.
Topics: Ergonomics, Aesthetics, office equipment