Ergonomic solutions at RPC Superfos
At RPC Superfos, in Randers, large amounts of packaging products are produced and packed all week 24 hours a day. They contacted TAWI to find a solution for their cardboard box packaging needs.
Manual routine lifting every day
As a part of their daily work, the packing employees pack the finished products into cardboard boxes and place them on pallets. They have many lifting operations over shoulder height and stack up to 8.5 feet of cardboard boxes. These routine lifting operations affect the body long-term and could lead to work-related injuries.
Vacuum lifters were the solution to the problem
We contacted TAWI, and together, we found a solution that perfectly fits our needs. We have used the same company as our favourite lifting equipment supplier for over 18 years.
Ergonomics is our top priority.
The packing employees use the vacuum lifters day and night, and all new staff members are taught how to operate the lifting equipment as part of their training. They use vacuum lifters with suction feet and lifts with hooks.
“We would not be able to handle the manual lifting operations without them”, says Susan Betzer, packing employee and work environment representative at RPC Superfos Randers.
Henning Frederiksen, Project Manager, continues: “With our vacuum lifters, we lower the risk of work-related injuries in the long run. Moreover, our employees are pleased that we have found a solution that considers their health and well-being”.