Hi Carl.

ESD shoes may not be a bad idea.  Our SMT guy wears them, and while we do
not require them, we do recommend them.  No straps, no cords, of course if
he picks his feet up off the floor and rests them on anything thats not
grounded I have to wack him with a stick. (I'm kidding about that
part...well, mostly kidding.)

www.lehighsafetyshoes.com

I'm sure there are others.  I dont handle parts, so I don't need them
myself.  And there may be another solution.  Anyone?


Steve
Mass Design Inc.

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Subject: [TN] ESD Requirements in SMT Setup Area?


>                 Hello,
>
> We are trying to address an issue in our SMT area where operators are
> setting up the feeders for the machines. If they wear wrist straps while
> sitting they have a tendency to get wrapped around everything and or
> themselves. If we put them on their ankles, we are concerned about the
> safety of people tripping or walking away and forgetting they are attached
> and doing themselves or something else harm.
>
> Also wondering about at the AOI station, when the operator is seated and
> product is in the machine, as soon as they stand the 2 heel straps take
> over. Our requirement is that as soon as you sit the wrist strap must be
> attached. Some feel the wrist straps are not necessary for AOI.
>
> I am interested in how the rest of the world handles this specific ESD
> question.  All responses are welcome, online or offline.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Carl Barnes
> Production Process Analyst
> 480-968-6790
> extension: 4236
> Page At: 602-201-1435
>
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