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Safety has a high priority at Schmalz
Maximum Safety and Reliability
Safety for the operator and process reliability are our main priorities when developing handling systems. All Schmalz products meet or surpass the currently applicable European and international safety standards:
Recommendation by the German Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs for implementing the European Directive 90/269/EWG
Musculoskeletal disorders are the most often-cited reason for absence and sick leave from work. One cause of these disorders is lifting and carrying loads during the workday. Even when handling lighter loads, employees often move several tons per shift. For this reason, experts recommend using lifting aids for lifting and carrying even lighter loads.
Vacuum lifters from Schmalz are the perfect tools for lifting and carrying both light and heavy loads. The ergonomic working posture when using these tools is gentle on the spine and the muscles of the back, minimizing the risk of absences due to employee injuries.
Comparison of handling speeds between handling with the vacuum tube lifter and manual handling
Vacuum handling systems from Schmalz make your working processes not only more ergonomic, but also more productive: