Sheet Handling Equipment
Lifting sheets safely is often a challenging material handling problem as sheets are often bulky, heavy, and can be prone to damage.
We offer a variety of vacuum sheet handling solutions designed in order to safely lift and move sheets made of a variety of materials.
The solutions we provide follow three distinct design principles: adaptability and flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and durability. Whether the solution you’re looking for is simply lifting, rotating or tilting, we have the products and expertise to get the job done.
Injury incident: Accident Report Detail
At approximately 8:50 a.m. on May 6, 2003, Employee #1 was working in the press brake department of a stove manufacturing facility operating a Darley Press Brake, Model Number EHP50 25/20, Serial Number 12508. He was using the press brake to bend a 10-pound piece of 18-gauge sheet metal that was 37 inches long by 18 inches wide with notches on all four sides. While standing in front of the press brake, he held the top of the sheet metal with his left hand and the right side with his right hand. He was wearing white fabric gloves with black rubber dots on them. As he was turning the piece over, his left hand slipped downward and fell sideways to the left. The piece of sheet metal hit his left forearm and made a 4-inch laceration. He was hospitalized for 3 days with his injuries.
Metal Sheet Handling
Metal sheet handling can be a difficult process or your workforce that can cost excessive time and money. A vacuum sheet lifter can be the perfect addition to your facility to provide a necessary competitive advantage. Utilizing vacuum handling technology is the first step to increasing productivity/efficiency and simultaneously significantly reducing potential workplace injuries.
Glass Sheet Handling
Ensure glass lifting is effortless by removing the strain of manual handling with a reliable and proven Glass Vacuum Lifter. A manually operated vacuum handling system will revolutionize the manufacturing process while reducing lead times and increasing employees’ motivation and performance. Our systems combine to offer functionality, safety and easy ergonomic operation. Designed to be used day in and day out, our ergonomic glass handling systems will increase productivity within your workplace while simultaneously decreasing potential injuries.
Stone Sheet Handling
We offer production grade, steel framed vacuum lifters for both smooth and/or rough Stone Handling. The systems we build are solid, reliable, and designed to be used on a day-to-day basis. The components we select are durable and reliable, meaning no downtime, and can be relied upon in a variety of environments. Our vacuum lifters offer a secure ergonomic material handling solution for the movement of large slabs and finished stone pieces both within your facility and on-site.
Wood Sheet Handling
Wood Sheet Vacuum Handling Systems are designed for handling rough or smooth wood surfaces, and are designed to lift, tilt, and rotate. Designed to work where you need it, we have both fixed and portable Wood Sheet Vacuum Handling Systems. Our Wood Sheet Vacuum Handling Systems are compact, air-powered and designed for one user to lift heavy wood panels without straps or slings. These systems are ideal for workplaces that require speed for production/assembly, storage, and improved ergonomics.
Models
- Drastic reduction in heavy/repetitive lifting
- Customized for your specific application, designed to work with your product(s)
- Reduction in workplace illness/injury claims, resulting in lower insurance costs
- Allows for diversity/adaptability on the job, more workers are now able to complete the task without physical limitations being an issue
- Our systems pay for themselves via productivity and efficiency increases
- Weight and capacity ranges are considered during the design process, our systems can handle multiple weights, textures and products without altering the system
- Designed to work in your specific facilities conditions, such as high heat, dust, humidity, moisture etc.
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical
- Hospital Food & Beverage
- Warehouse
- Retail
All of our Vacuum Handling solutions either meet or exceed all applicable regulations which include; OSHA, ANSI and ASME B30.20.
- R&D Ergo Ltd.
- Lift
- Powered Tilt
- Manual Tilt
- Manual Rotation
- Powered Rotation
- Air Powered
- Electric Powered
- Pick and Place Systems
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Ergonomic Material Handling
Cost effective material handling solutions
Custom engineer systems
Meets or exceeds all OSHA and ANSI safety standards and regulations
Protect employees from workplace injuries and Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs)
Reduces the potential for costly fines and high insurance premiums
Improved productivity of workforce
Improved quality of work
Increase employee engagement and satisfaction
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Bag Handling Equipment
Vacuum Lifters are the perfect solution for quickly and safely moving sacks and bags efficiently and safely, without harming the product. Our products can be completely customized.
Tote and Box Handling Equipment
Factory Supply has an extensive line of Ergonomic Box and Tote Handling Equipment designed to improve efficiency and eliminate workplace injuries. We have both portable and fixed systems.
Odd Shapes and Custom Material Handling
The engineering team at Factory Supply can fabricate or assemble custom products with standard parts that can lift, angle, rotate and move irregular products while causing no damage to the product.
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