Printer Ergonomics

Newspaper Printer Roller Cleaning Causes Injury

Problem

Extended reach with downward pressure triggers frequent shoulder injuries and exacerbates back pain issues (strain/sprain).  

Issue

Large rollers require continuous cleaning during and between production runs. Continuous downward pressure required to “scrub” rollers with special pads on topside and backsides.

Excessive forward lean for lower rollers

Solution

Designed and developed specially configured cleaning tool for holding pads and providing downwards and upwards cleaning/scrubbing pressure without injury/pain trigger.

Result

At-risk conditions eliminated and roller cleaning efficiency improved.