Ergonomics - Atlas Copco
Ergonomics - Atlas Copco
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134<br />
Grinder<br />
GTG 40 F085<br />
The relevant variables for the grinding<br />
machine can be selected from Table 3.1<br />
(page 71).<br />
HANDLE DESIGN<br />
Variables Weighting Preferred Acceptable Permitted To be Score<br />
factors avoided<br />
(a) (0) (1) (3) (5)<br />
Circumference low force<br />
trigger activated a1=1 120 mm 0<br />
Circumference<br />
trigger open a2=1 170 mm 0<br />
Length low force<br />
a4=1 105 mm 0<br />
End marking a6=0.5 smooth 0<br />
Adjustability a7=0.5 no 0.5<br />
Support surface a8=0.5 no 0.5<br />
Viscoelastic<br />
coatiing a9=0.5 yes 0<br />
Friction and<br />
ventilation a10=0.5 good 0<br />
Table 4.1 Evaluation of handle design for the Grinder GTG 40 F085.<br />
This powerful (4.5 kW) grinder is regarded<br />
as a machine for male operators. The motor<br />
is an air-driven turbine.<br />
Total score: 1