Ovation QS BioNatural Pipette – Adjustable Volume-Set Operator’s Guide
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BIONATURAL PIPETTING
Studies have shown that pipetting is the #1 cause of musculoskeletal disorders in the
laboratory – it is, by nature, a repetitive process that puts strain on the body. While
we can’t change how repetitive pipetting is, we can and did change how comfortable
you are while doing it.
The Ovation BioNatural Pipette is the only pipette designed to keep your hand in the
neutral position recommended by ergonomics experts. We call this BioNatural™
pipetting – it allows a lower hand location to ease stress in the shoulder, and a
relaxed wrist angle eliminates uncomfortable extension and radial deviation
movements in the arm. Force, velocity and exertion from repetition or duration have
also been neutralized because of the Ovation pipette’s unique working position and
reduced forces required during operation.
Some practice may be required to change years of posture and habits developed
using standard axial pipettes; the physical benefits of BioNatural pipetting are worth
the practice! When using the Ovation pipette, arm/hand elevation should remain low
to the work surface, wrist rotation should not exceed 90º, and hand posture should
remain relaxed with the wrist and back of hand slightly flexed.
Introduction
Posture
Arm elevation remains low,
minimizing stress to elbow,
shoulder and neck
A loose, relaxed grip increases
available strength in the hand,
improving endurance and
productivity during pipetting
Wrist remains in a neutral
range of motion throughout
all pipetting operations
