Ergonomic workplace design for industry & logistics
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Ergonomics am in the industrial workplace refers to the adaptation of workstations, tools and processes to the physical and psychological needs of employees.
The aim is to reduce strain, increase productivity and promote long-term health.
Well-designed ergonomics in the industrial workplace not only improves working conditions but also enhances efficiency throughout the entire production process.
Particularly in industrial manufacturing, logistics and dispatch, ergonomic concepts are crucial for reducing strain on employees in the long term and ensuring that work processes run smoothly.
Ergonomics at the workplace can relate to the following areas:
- Working environment: Adaptation of the workspace to the individual needs and abilities of employees.
- Labour efficiency: Improving work processes results in higher productivity and quality.
- Occupational safety: Ensure that working conditions minimise the risk of accidents and injuries.
In this article, we will delve deeper into ergonomic workplace design in industry and find out how companies like Rocholz can help achieve these goals.
What are the benefits of ergonomic workplace design in industry and logistics?
The ergonomic design of workstations is not a luxury, but a necessity, especially in industrial environments. It offers numerous advantages that go far beyond the immediate comfort of employees.
First and foremost, ergonomics increases productivity and efficiency in the workplace. If employees feel comfortable and can carry out their work without physical discomfort, they are able to perform at a higher level. In addition, ergonomic workplace design leads to a significant reduction in accidents at work.
- Ergonomic workplace design in industrial and logistics sectors boosts productivity, as work processes are carried out more efficiently and with fewer errors.
- Ergonomically designed workstations help to reduce physical strain, which in turn can help to minimise health problems and work-related absences.
- Workstations tailored to individual needs convey a sense of appreciation, enhance well-being and thus increase staff satisfaction in day-to-day working life.
Why is ergonomic workplace design a key to success?
Ergonomic workplace design boosts efficiency, reduces absenteeism and improves staff health.
An ergonomically designed industrial workstation is more than just a comfortable place to work. It is an investment in efficiency and health.
Height-adjustable desks, optimised reach zones and adapted work equipment can significantly reduce physical strain. A study by IEGUS identifies the use of ergonomic furniture and technical aids as a factor that can help to reduce physical strain and contribute to a positive trend in sickness absence figures.
At Rocholz, every workstation system is based on modular components that can be tailored precisely to the requirements of the respective working environment. This applies to assembly areas as well as to packing tables in logistics.
Where is workplace ergonomics applied in industry?
In production and manufacturing facilities, workplace ergonomics play a key role. Whether it is assembly, order picking or quality control, ergonomically designed packing tables and shelving facilitate precise work. At the same time, they reduce strain on the back and joints. Supplementary standing workplaces enable dynamic and healthy working over longer periods.
How does ergonomics improve working conditions in the logistics sector?
Ergonomic solutions boost productivity, particularly in dispatch departments that handle high throughput rates on a daily basis. Individually adjustable packing tables allow staff to select the optimum working height, arrange tools within easy reach and minimise walking distances.
Packing tables: Improved workplace ergonomics for industry and logistics
Packing tables are designed to ergonomically modernise logistics and industrial workstations and to speed up packing processes in a sustainable manner. Thanks to well-designed ergonomic features and versatile accessories, workstations can be quickly adapted to suit different users, tasks and process steps. Retrofitting adjustments can also be carried out with ease. This reduces physical strain whilst simultaneously boosting performance in order picking and dispatch. The following points highlight the features our packing tables offer for use in industry and logistics:
- Rocholz packing tables can be adjusted to different working heights during the working day, either by hand using a crank or electrically.
- Thanks to their modular design, they can be quickly assembled, expanded and retrofitted to suit specific processes.
- They are designed to be used in conjunction with scales and roller track tables.
- With SYSTEM FLEX, SYSTEM 2000, SYSTEM BASIC and MODUL 5000, Rocholz offers packing tables to suit a range of operational requirements.
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Digital support in the workplace
Digital assistance systems can specifically complement workplace ergonomics in industry and logistics, helping to reduce the cognitive load on staff, minimise errors and make processes more stable.
SimpleAssist: Quick, visual step-by-step guidance right at the packing station
SimpleAssist supports staff working at height-adjustable packing tables by providing visual instructions that are projected onto the work surface via a projector. This reduces the need for queries, search times and mental strain – particularly when dealing with varied tasks and a changing workforce. As a stand-alone Plug&Produce system, it can be operated without any IT knowledge; instructions can be created easily (e.g. using MS PowerPoint®). This results in fewer errors and self-directed workflows directly at the workplace.
AssisTable: Process reliability in the face of product variety and value-added services
AssisTable is a digital work catalogue for order-picking and packing processes that provides the appropriate steps based on product characteristics, the supplier or the destination country. This makes process knowledge ‘available at the workplace’, which reduces the cognitive load and standardises execution. In addition, services and quantities can be recorded via a quality report – serving as a data basis for planning, control or invoicing. This reduces interruptions and stabilises complex processes.
InspecTable: Zero-defect quality control through image-based inspection
InspecTable detects deviations before goods reach the customer by comparing actual conditions with pre-trained reference images. It analyses individual items, including their orientation and position, as well as the overall picture, and enables machine learning-based assessments (e.g. probability of a match). The system can be flexibly trained to adapt to changing conditions and set up without the need for IT expertise. This reduces the pressure on quality control whilst ensuring greater process reliability.
DocumenTable: Clear photographic documentation without any disruption to the media flow
DocumenTable enables photo documentation to be carried out directly at the packing table, e.g. in goods-in or dispatch. After scanning a unique number (e.g. a delivery note), photos are taken at the press of a button (or, optionally, via a scanner) and saved with a timestamp. This reduces manual rework, interruptions and unnecessary journeys. At the same time, record-keeping is integrated more reliably into the process.
Ergonomics Analysis Tool: Work with us to promote your employee’s health
Ergoficiency ® is an innovative method for analysing physical strain, which enables us to contribute to the ergonomic design of workstations.
During an initial consultation, we record work movements and processes using modern IoT-based sensor technology. The data collected in this way is used to analyse musculoskeletal strain and processes by means of a validated digital twin.
Building on this, we draw up and evaluate specific job and process profiles in order to gain a detailed understanding of the prevailing working conditions.
Based on these findings, tailored recommendations for action are drawn up to optimise work processes from an ergonomic perspective and to design suitable workstations, thereby promoting the health and efficiency of staff in the long term.
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Rocholz: The pioneer in innovative workplace design for industry and logistics
We are renowned for our high-quality solutions for the design of logistic workstations. Through our commitment to ergonomics, flexibility and technological integration, we offer workstation systems that take into account both the needs of employees and the requirements of modern production processes.
Focus on ergonomics: We offer a wide range of height-adjustable work tables and other ergonomic workstations that can be adapted to suit the individual needs and abilities of employees.
Modulare systems: With modular workstation systems, we enable flexible and efficient workstation design that can be easily adapted to changing process requirements or new technologies.
Digital assistance systems: With our digital assistance system Simple Assist, we offer an innovative solution to support employees in logistics. This system offers functions such as work instructions, quality control and documentation that make work more efficient and error-free.
With our innovative solutions, we make a valuable contribution to the design of logistics workstations that meet the requirements of the modern industrial world.
Are you interested in ergonomic workplace design in the logistics sector? Then we are your experienced partner
Ergonomic working not only promotes the well-being and health of employees, but also helps to increase productivity and efficiency.
Companies that decide to implement ergonomic workplace solutions can count on us.
With our customisable workplaces for logistics, high-performance lifting systems, flexible standing workplaces and innovative assistance systems such as AssisTable, we are making a lasting improvement to workplace ergonomics in industry and logistics!
FAQ
How can workplace ergonomics be improved in the industrial and logistics sectors?
Ergonomics can be improved by adapting workstations to individual body measurements and designing work processes in such a way as to reduce strain and poor posture. Height-adjustable desks, practical accessories, clear reach zones, movement incorporated into the workflow and lifting systems reduce discomfort and boost productivity.
What workplace ergonomics requirements must industrial companies meet?
Industrial companies must design workplaces in such a way as to safeguard health and safety and minimise risks such as overwork, accidents and injuries. This includes providing suitable work equipment, appropriate working heights, good lighting, safe processes, and the regular assessment and adjustment of working conditions.
How does Rocholz promote workplace ergonomics in the industrial and logistics sectors?
Rocholz promotes ergonomics through modular, customisable packing tables and workstation systems that can be quickly adapted to suit individuals and processes, as well as through digital assistance systems designed to reduce cognitive load. In addition, Rocholz uses ‘Ergoficiency’ and IoT sensors to provide data-driven analyses and specific recommendations for ergonomically optimised workstations.
