In a society where risks & working conditions are at the heart of concerns, we are going to discuss the advantages of automated industrial logistics to prevent MSD (Musculoskeletal Disorders).
Industrial logistics is a set of techniques designed to automate the internal handling of goods and products within companies. It offers a number of advantages compared with the risks of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) that workers can suffer.
Reduced physical workload: Industrial logistics systems considerably reduce the physical workload imposed on employees. Manual handling tasks, which are often responsible for MSD, are automated. Employees no longer have to lift, carry, or move heavy loads, which reduces the risk of injury.
Line automation allows operators to carry loads or perform repetitive movements, so they are often present to complement the automatic line, with less repetitive tasks assigned to them.
Precision and speed: Industrial logistics systems are fast and accurate. Products are transported and processed efficiently, without human error. This reduces the pressure on employees to perform repetitive tasks at high speed, which can contribute to MSD.
Improved ergonomics: The logistics systems are designed with ergonomics in mind. Workstations are optimised to reduce unnecessary movements, awkward postures and repetitive movements. This improves worker comfort and reduces the risk of MSD.
At BENNE S.A. we build ergonomic workstations that help in risk management.
Enhanced safety: Logistics systems incorporate advanced safety features such as sensors and emergency stops. This reduces the risk of accidents at work, which can also lead to MSD. This enhances employee safety.
We build safe equipment to protect operators when the equipment is operating. We analyse all possible risks on each of our projects, to propose appropriate solutions to anticipate and avoid any likely risks.
For example, on certain projects, we have installed automated wire mesh enclosures. If an operator enters the production area while the line is running, the line is automatically stopped as a safety precaution.
Handling diverse loads: Industrial logistics systems capable of handling a wide variety of loads, from the lightest to the heaviest. This means that employees do not have to constantly adapt to different loads, reducing the risk of MSD linked to poor adaptation.
We have a range of conveyors capable of transporting very heavy loads of up to 2 tonnes (heavy-duty motorised roller conveyors, wide belt conveyors, etc.).
All in all, industrial logistics offers many advantages for preventing MSD. It reduces the physical workload, improves ergonomics, increases safety in the workplace and enables accurate and efficient product management. Investing in industrial logistics can therefore contribute to the health and well-being of workers, while improving business productivity at the same time.
