Height adjustment

Height adjustment is essential for ergonomic workplace Design.

It is incorporated into e.g.:

• Assembly and lifting aids for heavyweight activities (such as lifting columns, equipment carriers)
• Standing and sitting workplaces (height-adjustable chairs and tables)
• Aids for supporting Freedom of movement where there are physical limitations (adjusting furniture)
• Medical technology equipment (hospital beds, dentist chairs)

A height adjustment system can be manual, electric, hydraulic or pneumatic and be fitted with electronic controls. Height-adjustable equipment must be able to accommodate high loads and moments, particularly when Work involves heavy loads.

The use of height-adjustable workstation technology can help to prevent illness-related downtime. Adapting a workstation to take into account the physical needs of employees can prevent or minimise fatigue among personnel. Height-adjustment systems also promote dynamic working and enhanced concentration.