Remote control technology allows operators to safely run machines from outside the cab, removing them from risky operations or providing them unobstructed views of the work…
Fatigue is a major consideration when deciding if remote operation is beneficial. “In most cases, remote operation will increase productivity because it reduces fatigue and allows a team to work more efficiently with less downtime,” says Walid Dimachkie, product manager, FORT Robotics. “Using a remote allows the operator to have a much better view of the work they are doing, and it can help eliminate the need for a spotter, allowing other workers on site to do more productive tasks. In addition, using a remote can improve overall worker health, reducing total in-cab hours and effects of potential back strain or pain, and allowing more time outside of the cab without reducing work productivity.”
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