Stop-fatigue mats: ergonomic solutions for Maviflex production
Publié le 18 November 2024
Stop-fatigue mats: ergonomic solutions for Maviflex production
Maviflex’s Health/Safety/Environment and Methods departments have introduced a new measure to improve working conditions for operators.
After several months of reflection and study, the company opted to install anti-fatigue mats at certain workstations.
Why anti-fatigue mats?
Maviflex listens to its teams and is keen to offer a more comfortable and efficient working environment, so it decided to try out this innovative solution, which has already been successfully adopted by other companies.
What are the benefits for teams?
- Reduced fatigue: Anti-fatigue mats help to absorb shock and reduce pressure on the feet, legs and lower back.
- Improved blood circulation: By encouraging gentle movement, the mats stimulate blood circulation and reduce the risk of venous disorders.
- Increased comfort: A more comfortable working environment helps to improve team motivation and productivity.
Strategic deployment
The anti-fatigue mats have been installed in three key production areas: the Fabrics section, the Electrical Room (where they also provide insulation) and the new sheet metal line.
A total of 20 mats were deployed, including 17 anti-fatigue mats and 3 insulating mats.
Positive feedback from Maviflex teams:
Feedback on the anti-fatigue mats has been extremely positive. The Toiles et Electriques teams report a significant improvement in their comfort at work, particularly when standing for long periods:
- Reduced fatigue: The majority of users report a significant reduction in fatigue in the legs and feet, even after several hours’ work.
- Pain relief: Heel and foot pain, which used to be common, tends to diminish or even disappear with the use of mats.
- Increased comfort: The mats are considered to be pleasant and comfortable, distributing pressure evenly across the soles of the feet.
- Proven effectiveness: Employees noted a real difference between areas fitted with anti-fatigue mats and those without, confirming the effectiveness of these products.
And what about tomorrow?
Building on the success of this initiative, the company plans to gradually equip all new production lines with anti-fatigue mats to offer optimum comfort to all operators.
This measure is part of an overall initiative to improve quality of life at work at Maviflex.
Thank you to everyone involved in this project, who are helping to make our company an ever more pleasant and efficient place to work.