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BOSTONtec® to Showcase Signature Ergonomic Electric Height-Adjustable Workstation During 2019 Medical Design and Manufacturing Convention

by | Jun 4, 2019 | Company News, Ergonomics

BOSTONtec Medical StationVersatile modular design accommodates ever-changing workflows.

MIDLAND, Mich., June 4th, 2019 – BOSTONtec® (https://bostontec.com) recently announced they would, for the first time, be exhibiting their electric height-adjustable workstations at the Medical Design and Manufacturing (MD&M) convention in New York, on June 11–13, to be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center (Booth #1367). The workstation to be displayed is specifically engineered for the modern medical and assembly workforce; allowing for a wide variety of physical adjustments to suit nearly any body type, and/or physical accommodation or consideration, while also adjusting to a variety of work tasks.

REDUCTION OF WORKPLACE INJURY

“While automation in the workplace has improved quality and efficiencies dramatically in modern work environments, many of the remaining manual tasks are often repetitive and can cause injury or other WMSDs (work-related musculoskeletal disorders),” said Kelly Wehner, President of BOSTONtec®. “Finding and retaining workers for these repetitive tasks is becoming increasingly difficult for companies. In a tight labor market employee retention is a major success factor.”

In addition to carefully considered ergonomics, function and ease-of-use are central concerns addressed by the BOSTONtec® design. Proper reach zones, optimized for both task type and frequency of use, help maximize workflow efficiency and accuracy, while significantly reducing risk of work-related injuries. Moreover, an overall comfortable working experience increases worker satisfaction, thus increasing worker retention.

BOSTONtec® workstations can be found in medical facilities and cleanrooms across the country, where electric models allow for height adjustment at the push of a button. Every station can be equipped with an array of accessories which lift, tilt, rotate and slide to allow for optimal flexibility. Always adapting the workstation to the user instead of the other way around, BOSTONtec® designs accommodate both sitting and standing task-performance positions, and are fully ADA compliant.

MARKETS AND APPLICATION

BOSTONtec® workstations are fully customizable and can be crafted to meet the needs of almost any industry, allowing for faster and safer worker performance.

• Laboratory: Medical device assembly, testing, educational activities, and biotech operations.
• Assembly: Mechanical and electronics — assembly, inspection, testing, and quality control activities.
• Fulfillment: Packing, shipping, receiving, and return activities.

“Diversity in the workforce has made the uncompromising one-size-fits-all approach to design obsolete. The ‘average’ worker does not exist. So versatility is key.” said Paul Abdou, BOSTONtec® National Sales Manager. “By investing in ergonomic workstations that adjust to accommodate a large range of the workforce — from the 5th to the 95th percentile — employers can help reduce unnecessary motion and increase productivity up to 25 percent.”

ABOUT BOSTONtec®

Established in 1993, BOSTONtec® is a Michigan-based company that produces high quality, height-adjustable steel workstations intended for the assembly, fulfillment, healthcare and technology markets. With more than 20 years of design and manufacturing experience, BOSTONtec® is the leader in custom and ergonomic modular workstations. All BOSTONtec® products are designed and fabricated in the United States and sold worldwide.
Learn more at: https://bostontec.com.

BOSTONtec®: Best Ergonomic Practices for Employee Wellbeing

by | Apr 1, 2019 | Company News, Ergonomics

PROMAT seminar features Jeff Hoyle, Director of Ergonomic Services, The Ergonomics Center, North Carolina State University

Midland, MI – BOSTONtec®, the leader in ergonomic, modular workstations is hosting an essential seminar during the PROMAT 2019 conference taking place at the McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

The seminar, Basic Steps That Can Improve Productivity and Reduce Operator Injuries, will be held on Monday, April 8th at 12:00 noon, Theater I of the McCormick Place.

Featured presenters are:
Jeff Hoyle, MS, CPE – Director of Ergonomic Services, The Ergonomics Center, Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, North Carolina State University, and
Robert Doucette, Jr., Applications Engineer with BOSTONtec®.

Interested parties can register free of charge for PROMAT 2019 by visiting https://www.promatshow.com/register.

“While automation in the workplace has improved quality and efficiencies dramatically in warehouses, many of the remaining manual tasks are often repetitive and can cause injury or WSMDs (Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders).” Hoyle explains. “Finding and retaining workers for these repetitive tasks is becoming increasingly difficult for companies.” Kelly Wehner, President of BOSTONtec® adds “In the United States we are experiencing a tight labor market, and employee retention is a major success factor in highly competitive markets like online fulfillment and material handling. Designing ergonomic work environments will deliver a significant return on investment by reducing employee turnover, fatigue, workplace-related injury, and maximize productivity and quality.

APPLY ERGONOMIC PRINCIPLES AND INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY

At its core, ergonomics is the science of fitting the task to the worker, not the worker to the task. By taking time to plan the workstation design, operator comfort and productivity can be significantly improved.

Diversity in the workforce has made the one-size-fits-all approach to designing a workstation obsolete. The “average” worker does not exist. By creating an ergonomic workstation that adjusts to accommodate the 5th to the 95th percentiles of the workforce, employers can help reduce unnecessary motion and increase productivity up to 25%.

REDUCE WORKPLACE INJURY

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) are injuries and disorders of soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints and the nervous system caused by repetitive motions. WMSDs account for 34% of all lost workday injuries and illnesses annually. Each year employers report nearly 600,000 MSDs requiring time away from work with a cost of over $20 billion annually.

By incorporating ergonomic concepts into the design of a workstation, companies can significantly reduce WMSDs that result from lifting heavy items, bending, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling loads, and performing the same or similar repetitive movements. View ergonomic workstation solutions here.

ABOUT BOSTONtec®

BOSTONtec® produces high-quality, height-adjustable steel workstations for the assembly, fulfillment, healthcare, and technology markets. With more than 20 years of design and manufacturing experience, BOSTONtec® is the leader in ergonomic, modular workstations and custom solutions. All BOSTONtec® products are designed and fabricated in Midland, MI, and are sold worldwide.
Visit https://bostontec.com for more information.

Case Systems & BOSTONtec Invest $2 Million in Midland Operation

by | Oct 10, 2018 | Company News

BOSTONtec Ribbon Cutting

Midland, MI – Case Systems and BOSTONtec are pleased to announce two major investments in the Great Lakes Bay Region. The projects include a $750,000 state-of-the-art laser steel cutting machine and $1.2 million office renovation. 

The new Phoenix laser was purchased to replace two decades-old units that had been in use by BOSTONtec prior to Case Systems purchasing the company in 2003, moving operations from Massachusetts to Michigan. “BOSTONtec has experienced significant growth over the last four years,” says Kelly Wehner, president of Cases Systems and BOSTONtec. “The new laser more than doubles the steel cutting capabilities of the previous two lasers combined allowing us to keep up with current and future demand.”

The system processes steel sheets as large as 120 by 60 inches with thicknesses up to one-half inch.  It can handle a maximum capacity of 6,000 pounds – and reloads sheets in just 40 seconds! “The new laser also has ‘lights out’ capability which allows for projects to run overnight and be ready for our fabricators when they arrive in the morning,” explains Wehner. 

The laser installation came on the heels of completing a 22,000 square-foot office renovation. Partnering with Case Systems on the project were interior design firm SPACE Inc. and Spence Brothers Construction both locally based companies. The project incorporates an open concept, team pods, and ergonomic principles to create an environment that functions well, encourages collaboration and promotes positive energy.

“Teamwork is a core value for our company so our designers focused on creating open, flexible workspaces that allow for easy flow of movement and communication,” says Wehner. “The renovation supports our efforts to be an employer of choice in the mid-Michigan area.” 

The company celebrated the completion of the projects with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 9, 2018. The event included local organizations, project partners, government officials and media guests. 

Case Systems is a leading designer and manufacturer of laminate casework systems serving education, healthcare and laboratory markets for over 60 years. BOSTONtec engineers and manufacturers ergonomic height adjustable workstations designed to improve productivity and safety in fulfillment, assembly and laboratory operations. 

Midland Daily News and WSGW attended and covered our local event.

“Made in Midland” Video Showcases Local Manufacturers

by | Sep 22, 2016 | Company News, Videos

September 22, 2016 – Midland Tomorrow, Midland, Michigan – When Herbert H. Dow founded The Dow Chemical Company in Midland, MI, he not only created what would evolve into a globally successful company, but also inspired an entrepreneurial spirit that spread throughout the community.

Midland County is home to manufacturers of a wide variety of products distributed throughout the country and the world. They may not be as well-known but have contributed to our economic success for decades. Midland Tomorrow, the county’s economic development agency, decided to highlight some of those manufacturers in a “Made in Midland” video launched online this week.

“Midland County is home to numerous small and medium-sized manufacturers who have made important contributions such as jobs to our economy, some for 70 years or more,” explained Becky Church, vice president of operations for Midland Tomorrow. “We felt it was important to recognize them and share their success with the local community and beyond. The video is also designed to serve as an attraction tool, showing that Midland County is open for business.”

The video includes footage from Alloy Construction, Case Systems and BOSTONtec, CPI Fluid Engineering, Falcon Asphalt Repair Equipment, Fulcrum Composites, Ingersoll CM Systems, International Engineering and Manufacturing (a.k.a. Woody’s), The Savant Group and Scientific Anglers.

“This is by no means a comprehensive list of all the successful manufacturers in Midland County,” added Church. “We hope to be able to produce similar videos in the future highlighting additional Made in Midland companies.”

“Case Systems and BOSTONtec are proud to be a part of the Midland community. Our success is possible because of the breadth of talented people this region has to offer. Our quality products and unmatched service are a testament to the phenomenal spirit of our employees,” said Kelly Wehner, President of Case Systems and BOSTONtec. “Midland Tomorrow has long been instrumental in promoting Midland as a community in which businesses can grow and find success. We are proud to call Midland our home and thank Midland Tomorrow for including our products in their video.”

The video can be viewed on YouTube.

BOSTONtec® Announces Laboratory Workstation Product Line

by | Sep 1, 2015 | Company News

September 1, 2015 – BOSTONtec, Inc., Midland Michigan, a division of Case Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of its’ laboratory workstation and accessories product line. These laboratory products answer the high demand for modular, durable and ergonomic workstations with functional accessories in the healthcare, research, medical device and pharmaceutical markets.

BOSTONtec has sold products to the laboratory market for many years with its core business primarily in industrial applications such as assembly and fulfillment environments. The new product offering will continue to satisfy current customers in the laboratory space while also creating solutions for new customers who value ergonomics and productivity. Products include electric and manual height adjustable workstations, carts, shelving, monitor arms, hanging storage solutions and more.

“This is an exciting time of growth for BOSTONtec. We are confident this new laboratory product line will aid customers in creating a flexible and ergonomic atmosphere in the fast-paced, ever changing lab space. The configurability is key for diverse tasks and multiple users, our electric height adjustable workstations provide just that.” Says Mike Kirby, Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing.

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