In this insightful episode of Mission Control- Ergonomic Solutions Series: Casters as Ergonomic Solutions in Material Handling, Doug Backinger, our esteemed Director of Sales, delves into the transformative role of casters in enhancing material handling through improved ergonomics. While casters are commonly relegated to the sidelines when considering workplace safety, Doug compellingly argues why they should take center stage:
Key topics covered include:
The fundamental importance of casters, Critical design considerations, Engaging case studies highlighting the positive impact of caster modifications, Essential factors to weigh when selecting the most fitting caster for your company's needs.
A special thanks to the Ergonauts team at @ergonauts
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1:21 Doug Backinger Intro
2:15 Presentation Begin
2:50 The Importance of Ergonomic Casters
3:00 About Caster Concepts
4:17 What is "Ergonomics - MHI Definition
5:07 Overexertion Injuries
6:07 Economics of proper ergonomics
7:45 What impacts a casters' ease of movement
8:14 Journey to ergonomic solutions - caster designs
12:39 Wheel Design
16:10 Wheel Tread Material
17:45 Caster Placement
26:56 Case Study 1 (3,500lb + 200lb push-force + 4 people to move)
28:32 Case Study 2 (1,900lb + 80lb push-force + Multiple Injuries Reported)
29:29 Making Moving Heavy Loads Safer
31:45 Presentation End with Full panel discussion, and questions from audience
4 апр 2024
