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These days, linear actuators are found in almost every corner of the healthcare industry. They can be seen powering hospital beds and wheelchairs as well as equipment that is used for scanning or examining patients with a stethoscope; they even help people out who require assistance getting dressed by lifting their clothing!

Here is a collection of Blog posts related to the Healthcare sector. The healthcare industry is one that has seen significant change over recent years as new technology and equipment become available for both patients, caregivers (such as nurses), medical professionals like doctors or technicians. This can include things like IoT devices which are used to help people live their lives with greater independence at home; AR/VR glasses that provide immersive graphics during surgery—perfect when you need an extra pair of eyes on your patient!

The benefits don't stop there either: we also have remote monitoring systems so no matter where they're located around the world - someone will always be able to get access.

Recent Blogs

8 places where Rotary Actuators are used
Revolutionizing automation: Exploring rotary actuators' limitless applications

Discover the limitless applications, high precision, and unparalleled performance of rotary actuators. Find out how to select the perfect actuator and wire it like a pro. Click now and revolutionize your automation projects.

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How do Tesla Bot Actuators actually work

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently unveiled the companys Tesla Bot. The robot code-named Optimus shuffled across a stage, waved its hand, and pumped its arms in a slow-speed dance move. Musk predicts the robot could cost $20,000 within three to five years if all goes according to plan.

Are standing desks really good for you?
Are standing desks really good for you?

Studies show that standing at least every hour has many health benefits, in fact there is evidence to support this theory since the Apple I-watch has a built in health monitor that even reminds you every hour to stand up and walk around if it notices you have been sitting for...

What Standing Desk Lift Do I Need?
What Standing Desk Lift Do I Need?

With more individuals having the ability to choose to work remotely and the rising concern of the negative health effects of sitting too much, standing desks are coming more popular and vital for our health.

COVID-19 Spurs Need for Healthier Home Office Desk
COVID-19 Spurs Need for Healthier Home Office Desk

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, millions of people have been forced to work from home and many companies may be transitioning to having more and more of their employees work remotely. During these challenging times, our workplace and workday routine is evolving and may be not for the better.

What’s the Difference between Single and Dual Stage Legs in a Standing Desk Lift?
What’s the Difference between Single and Dual Stage Legs in a Standing Desk Lift?

When shopping for a standing desk lift, there are a few different factors you’ll need to consider when deciding what standing desk lift is right for you. One of those factors is whether you choose a standing desk lift with single stage or dual stage legs. But what does that mean?

What Are the Different Types of Standing Desk Lifts?
What Are the Different Types of Standing Desk Lifts?

A standing desk lift is a mechanism that allows you to convert your regular sitting desk into a standing desk. These mechanisms have risen in popularity as more people become aware of the risks of prolong sitting and the benefits to standing. With more and more people working from home, standing desk lifts...

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Is this the simplest form of Automatic Ventilators Ever ?

The principles behind this set-up is that the Linear Actuator goes back and forth to compress the Ventilator bag against a hard surface. The speed of the back and forth can be adjusted using the timer relay.

Homemade Medical Ventilator
Homemade Ventilator

Due to COVID-19 pandemic (Coronavirus) there is a huge lack of Medical Ventilators all around the world. Our goal was to create a project to create a Homemade Medical Ventilator from readily available material off the shelf.

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Assembly Video for the Firgelli E-Desk 2-Leg sit stand mechanism

Want to see how easy it is to assemble one of our 2-Leg Sit stand Desks lifts ? watch this short video clip to see exactly how easy it really is. 


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What Really Happens to Your Body When You Sit Too Long

Many experts say that sitting at a desk for prolonged periods is one of the worst things you can do for your back, as it destroys your posture. This results in serious back pains and can even lead to complicated back conditions, such as premature degeneration, chronic pain, compression on...

Health Benefits of Using Sit Stand Desks
6 Surprising Health Benefits of Using Sit Stand Desks

Studies have found that standing for six hours a day instead of sitting can be an effective way to shed some pounds. Standing has been proven to burn more calories than sitting, so by opting for a sit stand desk, you can prevent weight gain and even shed some extra pounds.

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The Terrifying Ways Traditional Desks Are Destroying Your Body and Why Sit/Stand Desks Are a Must

We don’t mean to scare you but it’s important that you know exactly what sitting for long periods of time is doing to your body and health as a whole. Studies show that sitting for 8 hours a day increases your risk of dying prematurely by a whopping 12%. That...

All Apple employees now get standing desks
All Apple employees now get standing desks

Apple CEO Tim Cook reveals that all Apple employees are getting a standing desk. And no this isnt some cruel directive to force employees into servitude, Tim Cook views this as a way to promote a healthy work environment.

Why You Should Be Using A Sit Stand Desk  The Shocking Risks of Sitting
Why You Should Be Using A Sit Stand Desk

The Shocking Risks of Sitting - How many hours a day do you spend sitting? What if you added up all the time you spend watching TV, sitting in the car and using your computer?  One study found that the average adult spends 50 - 60% of their day in sedentary...

Are sit & standing desks as beneficial as they are trendy?
Are sit & standing desks as beneficial as they are trendy?

According to a new study by Texas A&M University’s Health Science Center School of Public Health, they are — but not just for workers’ health. The popular desks also improved their productivity – significantly

Treadmill Desk at the Office
Treadmill Desk at the Office

Good thing, you can now add more physical movements on your daily schedule despite your sedentary work by using Firgelli’s sit stand desks. It is also called the electronic or motorized desks or Treadmill Desks