Standing could be the future for remote operator consoles and cabins to encourage ergonomic working conditions and employee wellbeing.
With research suggesting that sitting for long periods of time while working could be as damaging to employees’ general health as smoking, the shift from stationary desks to sit and stand combination desks is on the horizon.
Short term research conducted in 2019 by The University of Pittsburgh found that employees who transitioned to a sit stand desk experienced lowered blood pressure, slight weight loss, lower back pain relief, and increased alertness and productivity.
Here at Leveltec, we have partnered with console and cabin manufacturers Spohn + Burkhardt to deliver custom designed console solutions for the transport, mining, and shipping industries.
Our team specialises in finding the balance of space and functionality for the modified sit and standing workstations and consoles to ensure they provide:
- A safe and positive environment for the company’s staff to perform their job
- Ergonomic and fatigue reduced seating or standing areas as many of these industries include shift work
- A fit for purpose workstation that seamlessly integrates equipment in an intuitive design.
- An increase in employee satisfaction and productivity due to a positive and comfortable operating environment.
Many companies and industries are also moving towards remote operator consoles, which can also be upgrades to sit and standing stations with the integration of custom chairs, desks, and cabins.
The move towards to remote operator consoles allows companies to keep employees and contractors safe away from a process or machine that could cause serious injury and can also allow employees to work from anywhere in Australia, meaning they can build a network of talent across Australia and New Zealand.
Our experience designing, manufacturing, and installing workstations that only prioritise the purpose of the consoles, but also the experience of working within the console has helped us develop an understanding of the whole of life strategy to ensure the equipment does not require frequent replacements or upgrades.
To further discuss the benefits of sit and standing operator consoles for mining, shipping, and transport, or to view examples of custom designed and manufactured workstations, contact the Leveltec team.
