DOZ Apotek

Lift&Drive 90IE makes everyday work safer and more ergonomic

In an operation where every lift, movement and picking task is repeated hundreds of times a day, ergonomics becomes a critical success factor. At DOS Apotek in Åkersberga and Norrtälje, they have long seen how physical strain risks wearing down staff and, in the long run, affecting both operations and the customer experience. To create a safer and more sustainable workday, the pharmacies chose to invest in a Lift&Drive 90IE lifting trolley – an aid that today is as natural as any other part of the daily equipment. The result is fewer heavy manual lifts, more stable workflows and a work environment where employees can focus on what matters most: taking care of customers.

The challenge

Work at DOS Apotek is both repetitive and physically demanding. Every day, heavy crates and boxes are lifted and moved between goods reception, storage, picking areas and the pharmacy front. Many tasks involve lifting in uncomfortable positions – upwards, downwards, away from the body or over longer distances. A central challenge has been to:

• reduce the load on back, shoulders and knees

• avoid employees wearing themselves out over time

• while maintaining an even and efficient workflow

Without the right equipment, the workday risks becoming heavy and unsustainable – both for staff and for the business. The risk of strain injuries increases, sick leave can rise and, in the long term, the customer experience is also affected when staffing becomes vulnerable.

The Solution

To address the root cause, DOS Apotek chose to introduce a lifting trolley from Lift&Drive. The goal was clear: to replace heavy manual lifting with a flexible and easy‑to‑use aid that works in several parts of the operation. The lifting trolley is now used in a number of tasks during the day, including to:

• lift and move crates from goods reception to storage

• facilitate picking and sorting at different heights

• transport materials between different workstations

• reset and move empty packaging in a gentle way

It is used several hours a day and has become a natural part of the workflow. Instead of staff adapting to heavy lifts, the work is now adapted to the lifting trolley – it is there when needed and makes the job both easier and safer.

The benefits of Lift&Drive 90IE

Introducing Lift&Drive has had a clear impact on everyday work at DOS Apotek:

Reduced risk of strain injuries
Heavy, recurring lifts have been replaced by ergonomic support. This relieves pressure especially on back, shoulders and joints and enables staff to work sustainably over time..

More stable workflow
When the lifting trolley is available, the work flows smoothly, goods are put in place on time and the workday becomes more predictable. On the occasions when it is not available, for example if it has not been charged, this is noticed immediately in the form of a heavier and slower flow.

Safer work environment
Employees can focus on quality and customer service instead of worrying about heavy lifts. This creates security, engagement and the possibility to work longer without being worn out.

Basis for satisfied customers
A healthy workforce and well‑functioning logistics are the foundation for customers to receive fast and safe service. When the work environment functions well, the pharmacies can stay open, deliver on time and meet customer needs. Every day.

A natural part of daily operations

For DOS Apotek, the lifting trolley from Lift&Drive has gone from being an aid to being a necessity. It is integrated into routines, used by several employees and planned into the daily flow.

With the right ergonomic solutions in place, the pharmacies can continue to grow with healthy employees and a work environment where safety and efficiency go hand in hand. Lift&Drive is simply a key component in making everyday work function – today and in the longer term.