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Introducing SiteLink™ – Real-Time Safety Data Without Wi-Fi
In fast-paced industrial environments, safety depends on real-time insights. But what happens when a facility lacks Wi-Fi, or when IT policies restrict external devices from joining the network? Connectivity challenges should never stand in the way of worker protection—that’s why MākuSafe developed SiteLink™. What is SiteLink™? SiteLink™ is a breakthrough
Optimizing Workforce Efficiency with MākuSafe Interact™ in Smart Factories
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive manufacturing environment, organizations must strike a delicate balance between labor costs and productivity. Many facilities struggle with workforce allocation, often overstaffing or underutilizing key areas due to a lack of real-time visibility into worker presence and job functions. MākuSafe Interact™ is designed to solve
Forklift Safety: A Smarter, More Practical Approach
Each year, approximately 7,500 workers suffer injuries in forklift-related incidents, with nearly 100 fatalities reported, according to federal statistics. While safety is a top priority, businesses cannot afford to sacrifice productivity. The right solutions must improve safety without impeding operations. The Challenge of Forklift Safety Many assume that stopping or
Combating Heat Exposure in Labor Workers: The Role of Wearable Technology
Combating worker heat exposure As summer temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses and injuries among outdoor trades, industrial, and indoor workers. From construction sites to manufacturing plants, workers are exposed to extreme heat, which can lead to serious health problems. According to the Occupational Safety and Health
LifeLine Emergency Vehicles shares experience with MākuSafe wearable safety tech
Life Line Emergency Vehicles, a 100% employee-owned manufacturer of custom ambulances in Sumner, Iowa, prioritizes employee safety and well-being. Introduced to MākuSafe through CIRAS, Iowa State University’s Center for Industrial Research and Service, Life Line sought to address both known safety concerns and unidentified hazards across their
Catch the Latest MākuSafe News
Missed our summer newsletter? No worries, you can sign-up to get MākuSafe news directly to your inbox here. ASSP Safety24 in Denver, CO Meet MākuSafe at booth #1761, and catch Tom’s presentation above. Also Aanna Hoch will deliver a flash session presentation: Data-Driven Results – Cases for
From Chaos to Control: How Wearable Tech Can Transform Production Efficiency
A classic episode of I Love Lucy humorously highlights challenges in production environments. Lucy and Ethel struggle to keep up with a speeding conveyor belt in a chocolate factory, leading to chaos as they stuff chocolates into their mouths and hats. While funny, this scenario reflects a real issue: production
Operant Conditioning: Negative vs. Positive Reinforcement
In this episode of The Big Bang Theory, the gang debates various forms of punishment for going off-topic during discussions, a nod to operant conditioning principles. They explore positive punishment (adding a consequence) and negative punishment (removing something enjoyable) to keep conversations on track. This highlights how operant conditioning concepts
Wearable devices promise improved safety, productivity
The following article is adapted from the original published by the Indiana Business Journal: Adapting to Industry 4.0 often involves adding sensors to machinery and collecting data from robots. However, it can also entail using sensors to monitor workers to ensure they are working safely and efficiently.
Enhancing Workplace Safety: Beyond Compliance
Since the advent of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in 1971, we’ve made significant strides in reducing recordable injuries and fatalities through compliance and regulations. However, we’ve reached a point where these improvements have stagnated over the past several years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, recordable
The Limitations of Haptic Biofeedback for Lasting Workplace Behavior Change
Haptic biofeedback uses physical sensations or vibrations to provide real-time feedback to users about their behavior. This technology is often promoted as a way to encourage habits like sitting up straight or taking deep breaths. However, the effectiveness of haptic feedback in promoting lasting workplace behavior change is questionable. In
NCCI Series: “The Future of Workplace Safety Technology Is Now,” Part Three
In this third installment of their series on safety technology, NCCI features a MākuSafe client, Life Line Emergency Vehicles, and their experience with our wearables. LifeLine talks about the impact they are having using MākuSafe, and how they are measuring results. Read more below