Ergonomics of a Heavy Machinery Armrest

Perhaps a much more complex topic than initially thought, ergonomics is the most important consideration when designing an operator armrest or seat for any piece of machinery. As the primary touchpoint for your operators, the comfort, adjustability, and functionality of your armrest and the controls integrated into it, such as joysticks and switches, is critical. For example, rather than multiple joysticks, a single 3-axis joystick can achieve the same level of functionality while taking up less space and being more comfortably used by the operator.

As the industry leader in engineered solutions for OEMs, the GS Global Resources team has designed countless armrest and consoles for various industries and environments and can create the perfect solution for your machine.