Robotic solutions improve foundry worker safety

Brokk outlines how remote-controlled demolition machines can enhance worker safety.

Remote-controlled units allow operators to maintain a safe distance from tasks and removes virtually all manual labour involved in foundry maintenance work.

Currently, foundry employees miss an average of 32 days of work after fracture injuries, a common ailment for operators of handheld equipment.

The use of these machines can decrease workers' compensation costs by up to 50% and boost productivity by as much as 75%.

To improve indoor air quality, some manufacturers offer electric-powered models that eliminate the hazardous exhaust fumes produced by gas-powered equipment.

In addition to safety improvements, the use of remote-controlled demolition reduces the number of labourers needed to complete a task, decreasing the likelihood workers with handheld equipment will accidentally injure one another.

The technology aims to help plant managers increase profit margins through a combination of improved workplace safety and greater operational productivity.