The Benefits of Circadian Light in Control Rooms
Originally Posted on Evansonline.com When contemplating the control room atmosphere, have you ever considered the benefits of circadian light in your control room? Managing intricate processes demands a sophisticated strategy. Imagine a control room that not only maximizes productivity but also enhances the well-being of the professionals within. This is where Circadian Light steps in, optimizing the control room operator environment from the top down. A Real Life Example Meet Sarah, a seasoned control room manager with decades of experience in the Utility Control industry. Every day, she oversees a team of dedicated professionals ensuring the seamless operation of critical [...]
Revco’s Response NextGen Console Project Named Evans Project of the Week
Stevenson High School's Security Office Console Named Project of the Week In November 2022, Chris Banner of Evans Consoles was approached by Bob Von Stein of Revco IT Solutions (revco-inc.com) about outfitting Adlai Stevenson High School (https://www.d125.org/) in Lincolnshire, IL with a new Evans Console Response NextGen console for their school's security office. Stevenson High School is one of the largest public high schools in the north shore of Chicago with 4,392 students. It's also one of the top-rated public schools in north shore. The staff at ASHS had recently visited the Axis Experience Center in Chicago where they saw the [...]
Important Ergonomic Facts for Operators
Originally Published at Evansonline.com Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) Facts from Evans: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are injuries or disorders of the muscles, nerves, tendons, joints, cartilage, and spinal discs. MSD's are the leading cause of pain, suffering, and disability in the American Workplace. MSD strikes 1.8 million American workers each year. 58% of MSD cases are from operators, fabricators, laborers; and persons in technical, sales, and administrative support occupations. 30% of all worker's compensation costs are from MSD. Ergonomic-related injuries require 38% more time away from work. Ergonomic-related MSD cases are on average 11 days away from work. Compared to the average [...]
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Control Room Virtual Tour & Rover Update
Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Control Room Virtual Tour & Rover Update Originally published at www.evansonline.com On February 18, 2021, NASA and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) landed the Perseverance rover on Mars — a huge feat for the team and a great accomplishment for the scientific community. Here at Evans, we played a small part in bringing the Perseverance Rover to the red planet. Learn about our relationship with NASA, the unique JPL control room, the recent accomplishments of this mission, and a virtual tour of mission control! Evans-Made Control Room Supports the JPL team We are very excited about [...]
Optimize Control Room Monitor Positions for Ergonomics & Ease of Use
Optimize Control Room Monitor Positions for Ergonomics & Ease of Use Originally published at www.evansonline.com Control room operators often work long shifts monitoring and actioning mission-critical information, it becomes essential that their workstations are comfortable and easy to use. A component of optimizing operator effectiveness is ensuring proper display positions to avoid eye strain, muscle fatigue, and headaches. There are best practices to address monitor positions and ways to optimize them for ergonomics and ease of use. We will also introduce the Evans E-Arm and Unity Arm solutions for managing multiple monitors. Optimizing Operator Viewing Angles and Sightlines We get [...]
Video Case Study – Marshall County E-911 Communications Center
Originally published at www.evansonline.com Take a few minutes to watch our video case study highlighting Marshall County Kentucky E-911 Communications Center... https://youtu.be/8ciOeAZrInY