![]() Click here to see some examples of costs. Failing to provide proper safeguards against injury could cost more than the price of implementing these safeguards. As a consequence you may be put on modified duties at work and not be able to enjoy personal hobbies and activities due to physical limitations.ġ0. There are the immediate consequences of dealing with a trip to the local emergency room and possibly suffering permanent nerve damage, infection, or even loss of a finger. Let’s consider the human tragedy o f suffering a workplace injury. “The Razer” is designed to service Zamboni, Olympia and IceCat ice resurfacers and can handle any length of blade from 77” to 96”.If you have concerns about flexibility over future ice resurfacer purchases, “The Razer” is easily converted over to another make of ice resurfacer in about five minutes by means of a simple conversion kit.ĩ. By following the step by step instructions all ice technicians can now use the same method of changing blades and eliminate confusion when technicians relocate to different arenas.Ĩ. By using The Razer all arena's can now standardize their blade change operation. Blade change times vary from one facility to another, so individual results may vary as well but on average you can expect about a 30% reduction in blade change time.ħ. While the main purpose of the Razer is to prevent injuries it will also reduce blade change time, thereby increasing productivity. Ice technicians can now change a blade without having to handle it.Ħ. There is no need for Allen Wrenches or and other special tools.Īt every step of the way the blade is controlled and the operator is never exposed to the blade edge. Bolt spin has been completly eliminated allowing the use of power impact tools to install and remove mounting bolts. It is specifically designed to hold a blade securely in place under the conditioner while the operator easily installs or removes the mounting bolts from the top. “The Simnor Blade Change System” will eliminate most blade changing injuries that result in lost time and WSIB claimsĥ. Therefore it stands to reason that, as soon as you remove the blade from the sheath, it becomes a potential hazard to any one handling it.īy using "The Razer", all Ice Technicians can safely change a blade without ever removing it from its protective transportation sheath until it is mounted to the conditioner blade receiver. The answer is …”In its transport sheath.” Incidents of worker injury have been reported due to the handling of heavy, razor-sharp blades, and the consequences have resulted in hours of lost time injuries and workers compensation claims.Īsk yourself, “Where does an ice resurfacer blade have to be, in order not to cause any harm when being handled?” Until now, changing an Ice Resurfacer Blade was accomplished using rather unsophisticated and sometimes dangerous methods involving wire hooks and pieces of lumber. After use The Razer folds away into a compact storage rack.Ĥ. The Razer was designed by arena personnel for ease of use and maintenance. “The Razer” with its patented technology comes with a set of written instructions and video that guides the technician step by step through the installation and removal process. Handling of the bare blade is kept to a minimum.ģ. Likewise the sharp blade and sheath are placed onto “The Razer” and lifted into place. The dull blade is deposited directly into the transport sheath right under the conditioner. Unlike the magnetic edge guard, “The Razer” uses the entire transport sheath to protect the Ice Technician. Until now there hasn’t been a complete system that protected the ice technician at every stage of removal and installation process. “The Razer” is the only safety device on the market for changing ice resurfacer blades. Similar regulations exist for all provinces and states.Ģ. Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act employers and employees are required to take every reasonable precaution to safeguard against workplace injuries. One Machine Services Both Olympia and Zamboni Ice Resurfacersġ. ![]() ![]() Standardized System For Changing BladesĨ. Prevents back, neck and shoulders injuriesħ. Only Safety Device Available On The MarketĤ. ![]()
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