{"id":59004,"date":"2026-09-25T12:19:55","date_gmt":"2026-09-25T10:19:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/?p=59004"},"modified":"2026-10-20T17:14:43","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T15:14:43","slug":"handling-rolls-up-to-1000-kg-how-to-improve-safety-ergonomics-and-productivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/handling-rolls-up-to-1000-kg-how-to-improve-safety-ergonomics-and-productivity\/","title":{"rendered":"Handling rolls up to 1,000 kg: how to improve safety, ergonomics, and productivity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Handling large rolls is one of the most common and challenging operations in the packaging, paper, plastic, and converting industries. When loads become heavier and bulkier, companies face a clear challenge: ensuring fast and safe handling operations without compromising operator ergonomics or production efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, an increasing number of manufacturers are adopting assisted handling systems that simplify reel handling while reducing the risks associated with manual load manipulation.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pneumatic-manipulator-for-rolls.png.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-59005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pneumatic-manipulator-for-rolls.png.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pneumatic-manipulator-for-rolls.png-350x186.webp 350w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pneumatic-manipulator-for-rolls.png-149x79.webp 149w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pneumatic-manipulator-for-rolls.png-768x407.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pneumatic-manipulator-for-rolls.png-700x371.webp 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by ATIS<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The main challenges of rolls handling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rolls represent a particularly demanding type of load.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to their significant weight, they often need to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Picked up from pallets or storage areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Properly oriented before use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transferred between workstations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precisely positioned on production lines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handled in areas with limited space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many applications, operators must also access the reel handle from different positions, making flexibility of gripping a key requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When reel weight reaches <strong>1,000 kg<\/strong>, precision and safety become essential to prevent production delays, material damage, and workplace injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For further information visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.atismanipolatori.com\/en\/blog\/rolls-handling-packaging\/\">https:\/\/www.atismanipolatori.com\/en\/blog\/rolls-handling-packaging\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Handling large rolls is one of the most common and challenging operations in the packaging, paper, plastic, and converting industries. 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