Industrial and Manufacturing Ergonomics

We work closely with industrial and production engineers to ensure that production processes are safe and efficient in a variety of industries from glassware and electronics to automotive and food processing.

Applying ergonomics principles:

• improves productivity and quality
• reduces sickness
• cuts compensation claims
• saves costly redesign of production processes.

Failure to apply ergonomics to production not only reduces productivity but jeopardises health and safety and increases risks of upper limb problems and manual handling injuries.

We use our knowledge of human capabilities to optimise the design and organisation of production processes, equipment and the working environment.

Benefits

• Quick and cost effective - our advice can take as little as one day
• Major issues can be identified early in the design of the production process avoiding expensive retrofitting when problems emerge
• Ensures compliance with health, safety and ergonomics legislation and guidance
• Independent authoritative expertise improves buy-in of staff and other key stakeholders.

Our approach

• We conduct an ergonomics audit which collects a variety of data using checklists, video, direct observation and other data recording techniques.
• We interpret this data taking account of legislation, standards and industry best practice to help your industrial engineers create effective production processes.
• The data can also be used to customise training courses targeted at operators, supervisors and engineers as part of an in-house ergonomics programme
• Experienced consultants work closely with your design team
• Clear and straightforward results presented in an easy to use format
• Practical recommendations - we will continue to work with you to improve the design of your production processes.

Typical projects

• We have provided training and consultancy support to Ford for a number of years. This has contributed to several important modifications to existing manufacturing areas, as well as the improved design and layout of new areas
• Ergonomics support to Cadbury, including advice on packing line automation and warehouse and laboratory layout
• A wide-ranging ergonomics audit followed by a series of customised training courses for Waterford
• Scoping study, comprehensive risk assessment, development of reporting procedures and training programme for GE manufacturing unit.

What do our clients say?

System Concepts has a helpful, consultative style which promotes engagement and co-operation on the shop floor.  This approach means they get the best from staff at all levels, don’t ruffle any feathers and make it easier for us to implement changes.

System Concepts’ recommendations provide a good return on investment, and their tight project management ensures they keep to the brief, budget and timescales.

Dr Paul Kanas, Head of Occupational Health, Cadbury

For more information on any of our services, please contact us