8 avr. 2024
Our advice for optimal management of your industrial space. Discover how well-designed ergonomic storage can improve efficiency and productivity.
Ergonomics in industrial storage is essential to optimize efficiency and productivity. This approach encompasses a variety of techniques and tools, from drawer shelving to dynamic storage solutions and order picking. A well-organized workstation and well-designed storage space are key elements in facilitating the working conditions of your employees. Let's find out together how to improve the ergonomics of your industrial storage for an optimized working environment.
Thanks to its integrated design office, the PRODEX company teams design ergonomic furniture that corresponds to your activity and your products.
How to make your workstation ergonomic?
The ergonomics of industrial storage is based on certain fundamental principles:
The storage of products has to be designed to minimize physical effort. Efficient and ergonomic storage can result in the use of dynamic shelving, or shelving with drawers where products are easily accessible.
The layout of the workspace must be carried out taking into account the specific needs of each operator. This may involve adjusting the height of workstations, choosing appropriate handling equipment for heavy loads, drawer storage for flat storage of your fragile or simply bulky products, or even logical organization tools and products.
Operator safety is another important consideration. This can be ensured by the use of ergonomic storage solutions which minimize the risks of accidents and occupational illnesses.
Finally, movement optimization is another aspect to consider. This is to limit unnecessary travel and facilitate handling. For example, the heaviest or most used products should be within reach to minimize effort and maximize efficiency.
These principles help create an optimized work environment, where employee well-being is taken into account and productivity is maximized.
Contact our teams to study your layout projects together and find solutions for drawer shelving, dynamic shelving and order preparation, which make your storage easier.