Meat Processing Awards

Bettcher Industries continues to be the leader and innovator of products to meet the needs of workers worldwide. Our commitment to consistent quality, craftsmanship and the development of technically superior products has gained us industry recognition over the years.

  • In 1960 the Whizard wins the Gold Medal Award in Brussels for the best American invention of that year.
  • awards2In 1995 the AirShirz is recognized by the Institute of Industrial Engineers by winning the prestigious INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERS EXCELLENCE IN PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENT AWARD, for the favorable impact this tool makes on the human factor in a high-production environment.
  • In 1998 the EDI Innovation Award is given to AirShirz Scissors for the innovativeness of this tool.
  • In 1998, Bettcher Industries is recognized by the Governor of the state of Ohio for excellence in exporting. This "E" Award signifies the increasing importance of the marketing and sales efforts of the company worldwide.
 

Ergonomic Workstation Design

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As the result of a multi-year investigation and evaluation of meat processing plant operations, Bettcher Industries has published Ergonomics Program Management Guidelines for Meatpacking Plants. This valuable guide helps plant managers identify areas of potential ergonomic hazard within their facilities, along with providing recommendations for improvement.

Bettcher Industries conducted the research and prepared this report as a service to the meat processing industry and its employees.  Click here to view or download a complimentary copy of the key findings and highlights of this study.