A Different Kind of Calculator
When you need to move materials in your warehouse, hotel, hospital or other workplace, do you follow a trial-and-error method to determine the most efficient way? Our DJ Products Ergonomic Load Calculator helps you find the right equipment based on load and available labor.
The Role of Industrial Ergonomics
On-the-job injuries are the biggest drain on labor and expenses, resulting in significant reductions of efficiency and major increases in medical claims. Industrial ergonomics is the practice of adapting job tasks and conditions to maximize natural abilities and movements of your employees.
There is a precise way to figure out the elements needed to push or pull a particular load, but you don’t have to be a scientist to use it. Our Ergonomic Load Calculator takes your input, determines the necessary amount of force and compares it to available manpower.
How to Use the Ergonomic Load Calculator
- The calculator first estimates the amount of horizontal force needed to move a load on wheels. Information used includes weight of the load, condition of the wheeled vehicle, and surface covered.
- Next, the calculator computes the “Human Performance Capability” based on variables involving the employee and proposed application.
- Finally, the calculator generates a table comparing the estimated amount of force with the corresponding Human Performance Capability. If the former amount is greater than the latter, a list of recommended ergonomic methods is included.
DJ Products: Your Source for Industrial Ergonomics Solutions
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