MOTION ECONOMY

BY: SHOBHIT KUMAR

 MOTION ECONOMY
 Gilberths originated it and it is explained
by Branes.
 These principles are widely applied today
to reduce fatigue, eliminate motions of the
workers, for time saving and to improve
the methods of the work.
 CLASSIFICATION OF
MOVEMENTS
CLASS PIVOT BODY MOVED
Finger
1. Knuckle
Hand and Finger
2. Wrist
3. Elbow Forearm, head, finger

Upper arm, Forearm, head, finger

4. Shoulder
Torso. Upper arm, Forearm,
5. Trunk head, finger
PRINCIPLES OF MOTION
ECONOMY
THREE RULES
 RULE 1.RELATED TO THE USE OF THE HUMAN
BODY

• The two hands should begin and complete

their movements at the same time.
• The two hands should not be idle at the same
time except during the rest periods.
• Motions of the arms should be symmetrical
and in opposite directions and should be
made simultaneously.
• Hand and body should be moved in such a
way that the work can be done satisfactorily.
RULE 1.RELATED TO THE USE OF THE HUMAN
BODY

• Smooth continuous motions of the hands are

preferable to the zigzag motion
• Ballistic movements are faster, easier and
more accurate than fixation or controlled
movements.
• Rhythm is essential for the smooth and
automatic performance of an performance of
an operation and the work should be
arranged to permit an easy and natural
rhythm wherever possible.
 RULE 2.RELATED TO THE ARRANGEMENT TO
THE WORK PLACE
 Definite and fixed place for the tools and materials.
 Tools, material and controls should be located close to the
operators.
 Tool deliveries should be used wherever possible.
 Materials and tools should be so located as to permit the best
sequence of motions.
 The height of the work place and the chair should preferably be
arranged so that alternates posture of sitting and standing at work
are easily possible.
 A chair of the type and height to permit good posture should be
provided for every worker.
 Provision should be made for adequate conditions of seeing. good
illumination is the first requirement for satisfactory visual
perception.
 RULE 3.RELATED TO THE DESIGN OF TOOLS
AND EQUIPEMENT

 Tools and materials should be pre-positioned wherever

possible.
 Each finger perform a specific movement, such as
typewriter, the load should be distributed in accordance
with the inherent capabilities of the fingers.
 Large screw drivers should be design as to permit much
space of the hand so that considerable force can be
applied.
 Handle of the screw driver i.e small and large.
 Levers, crossbars and handle wheel should be locate in
such a position that the operator can manipulate them
with the greatest mechanical advantage.