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Aug, 23
Choosing the Best Sit/Stand Desks: Factors to Consider
This article reviews some of the most common sit/stand desks available.
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Jun, 23
An ergonomic ice cream scoop: Optimal postures for the holiday weekend
If you plan to scoop ice cream for an endless line of hungry humans this holiday weekend, your wrists will be screaming for attention. This article includes some tips, and a review of a new scooping tool, said to improve scooping posture. Before you begin scooping, a few tips: Everyone has a favourite ice cream […]
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Jun, 23
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May, 23
The importance of ergonomics: How one inch can make a difference in workplace safety and performance
Did you know that the placement of your keyboard and mouse can have a significant impact on your physical health and work performance? In industrial workplaces, the locations of conveyors, boxes, parts, and tools have similar effects. In this post, we’ll explore the importance of ergonomics and how even a small difference in reach or […]
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Feb, 23
Design for all, and some history about your desk
This article discusses how a non-adjustable desk height affects posture, and provides the recommended height range for sit stand desks.
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Jan, 23
Product review: Vertical mouse is a hit!
I’ve been using a vertical mouse for a month now, so I thought I’d share my anecdotal findings. I chose the “Logitech Lift”, shown above left. Prior to adopting this new pet, I was using a Microsoft mouse, shown above right. First off, shopping for mice is difficult, particularly if you want to use the […]
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Aug, 22
Just one quick question: What height…?
What height should this work bench be? This is a simple enough question, but getting to the answer is remarkably complex. The best height for a task depends on: The effort required. Heavier work should be lower than elbow height, whereas lighter work should be at elbow height. The precision required. If you need to […]
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Jul, 22
There once was an ergonomist, who lived on a hill
I vacationed last week at a cottage which, like many lakeside island properties, was elevated from the lake. We’ve spent quite a lot of leisure time at this property, and so we’ve come to appreciate the view that the elevation provides. We also try to appreciate the exercise that is associated with hauling groceries, water, […]