Choosing the RightErgonomic Stand

Outfitting your food or beverage processing plant with high quality ergonomic stands can prove to be a challenge. Do a quick Google search for ergonomic stands, and you’ll find a number of options,

styles, and configurations to choose from. How do you know what ergonomic stands to purchase? How do you choose which ergonomic stand style will work best for your operation?

Making It EasyChoosing the right ergonomic stands can be difficult, but here at Fusion Tech, we’ve tried to

make it easy for you. Our ergonomic stands buyer’s guide below will help you choose the right stand for your food or beverage processing operation.

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Light Weight Stand

Description:A light weight ergonomic stand is the least expensive option and comes with the least amount of features compared to other ergonomic stands. Often considered the base model, this style of stand is for the budget-conscious company that still wants to reduce the risk of employee injuries. A floor stand, the light weight ergonomic stand sits on the floor next to your equipment.

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Light Weight Stand

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Advantages:• Budget-friendly• Light weight• Easy to adjust

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Disadvantages:• Typically has a lower employee weight rating• Very few options

Fusion Tech Version• ERG-100 Ergonomic Stand

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Standard Stand

Description:A standard ergonomic stand is the mid-range option and comes with a decent amount of features compared to other ergonomic stands. This style of stand is best for the company that wants extra safety features on their stand. A floor stand, the light weight ergonomic stand sits on the floor next to your equipment.

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Standard Stand

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Advantages:• Adjustable foot pads optional to accommodate uneven flooring• Toe kicks optional• Light weight• Easy to adjust

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Disadvantages:• Slightly heavier stand, but still easy to use

Fusion Tech Version• ERG-200 Ergonomic Stand

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Heavy Duty Stand

Description:A heavy duty ergonomic stand is the high-range option and comes with the most amount of features compared to other ergonomic stands. This style of stand is best for the company that operates a multi-shift operation and needs a stand that can handle extensive use. A floor stand, the light weight ergonomic stand sits on the floor next to your equipment.

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Heavy Duty Stand

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Advantages:• Heavy-duty and durable• Anti-slip coating• Best for multi-shift operation• Holds more employee weight• Adjustable foot pads optional to accommodate uneven flooring• Toe kicks optional• Easy to adjust

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Disadvantages:• Heavy stand• Can be Expensive

Fusion Tech Version• ERG-300 Ergonomic Stand

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Hanging Stand

Description:A hanging ergonomic stand is another high-range option and comes with the most amount of features compared to other ergonomic stands. This style of stand is best for use in a tight operating space as the stand can fold up and out of the way. A hanging stand attaches to your equipment by a rail.

Type of Ergonomic Stand:

Hanging Stand

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Advantages:• Attached to equipment• Folds up and out of the way• Easily moves from one work station to another• Anti-slip coating• Best for mobile equipment – stand stays with equipment• Easy to adjust

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Disadvantages:• Can’t move stand from one piece of equipment to

another easily• Need to weld a rail onto existing equipment

Fusion Tech Version• ERG-400 Ergonomic Stand

About Fusion Tech

About Fusion Tech Fusion Tech Integrated, Inc. is a custom metal fabrication company with 15 years of experience and expertise in creating steel solutions for a variety of clients in the food processing, pharmaceutical, transportation, mining, renewable energy, and agricultural industries.

We specialize in providing innovative solutions for the food processing industry.

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