Greenfield Engineering (SM) Ltd is pleased to announce the implementation of a new Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) monitoring programme across its manufacturing operations through the introduction of wearable monitoring technology from Spacebands.
The investment forms part of the company’s ongoing commitment to occupational health, employee wellbeing, and proactive risk management. The new system provides real-time monitoring of vibration exposure for employees using hand-held power tools and equipment throughout the manufacturing process.
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome remains one of the most significant occupational health risks within manufacturing and engineering environments. Prolonged exposure to vibration can result in permanent damage to nerves, blood vessels, muscles, and joints, making effective monitoring and exposure management essential. The Spacebands system uses wearable technology to monitor vibration exposure continuously, automatically calculating daily exposure levels and providing instant alerts as employees approach exposure action or limit values.
Unlike traditional manual recording methods, the wearable system allows exposure data to be captured automatically and uploaded to a central analytics platform. This provides improved visibility of vibration exposure across the business, enabling informed decisions around task rotation, process improvements, tooling selection, maintenance programmes, and workforce protection measures.
The implementation also supports Greenfield Engineering’s wider health and safety strategy by strengthening compliance monitoring, improving exposure record keeping, and enhancing employee awareness of vibration-related risks. Real-time alerts help operators manage exposure during the working day rather than relying solely on retrospective calculations or manual logs.
David Valins, Health & Safety, Environmental and Training Co-Ordinator at Greenfield Engineering, commented:
“Protecting the long-term health of our employees remains one of our highest priorities. The introduction of HAVS monitoring technology provides a significant step forward in our ability to understand, monitor and manage vibration exposure throughout the business. By providing real-time information to both employees and management, we can take proactive action to reduce risk and continually improve our working environment.”
Daniel Green, Director at Greenfield Engineering, added:
“Investment in advanced manufacturing technology must go hand-in-hand with investment in employee wellbeing. The introduction of the Spacebands monitoring system strengthens our occupational health controls and provides valuable data that will help us make informed decisions around equipment, processes and working practices. It is another example of our commitment to creating a safe, sustainable and responsible manufacturing environment.”
The rollout of the system will be supported by employee training and awareness programmes to ensure users understand vibration risks, exposure limits, and the importance of early reporting of any potential symptoms. The collected data will also help identify opportunities for further engineering controls and continuous improvement initiatives across the factory.
This latest investment reinforces Greenfield Engineering’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and employee welfare while continuing to invest in innovative technologies that support sustainable manufacturing excellence.
