Archelis Contributes Article to June Issue of 'Food Machinery and Equipment' on Load Reduction Devices

Archelis Inc. (Yokohama, Japan; CEOs Katsuhiko Saho and Hideyuki Fujisawa) is pleased to announce that an article by CEO Katsuhiko Saho titled 'Updating Standing Work in Food Manufacturing: Safety Measures Using Load Reduction Devices' was published in the June 2026 issue of the monthly magazine 'Food Machinery and Equipment' (Special Feature on Food Hygiene and Safety).

The article introduces safety concepts and case studies using the company's 'Stabi Series' standing rests as a means to reduce the physical burden of tasks such as inspection, sorting, and packing in food manufacturing facilities, where labor shortages and an aging workforce are significant challenges.

### Background: Why focus on standing work in food manufacturing?
Many tasks in food factories, such as inspection and sorting, are still performed while standing. Meanwhile, labor shortages are critical, with the job opening ratio in food manufacturing reaching 3.10—more than double the industrial average. Furthermore, an amendment to the Industrial Safety and Health Act effective April 1, 2026, mandates that employers strive to provide work environments that accommodate the characteristics of elderly workers. While regulations suggest providing chairs where possible, this is often impractical in food factories due to operational constraints.

### Main Content of the Article
- Background: Labor shortages, aging workforce, and legal trends in food manufacturing.
- Current Status of Standing Work: Why sitting or automation is often difficult.
- Utilization of the Stabi Series: Mechanisms and adoption records in the food industry.
- Benefits: Reducing physical load and its impact on employee engagement and recruitment.

### About Archelis
Archelis is a support device brand dedicated to 'updating the world's standing work,' liberating people from the strain of standing through technology and design. Starting in 2014 with surgical assist suits, the company now serves manufacturing, logistics, retail, and dentistry.

### Product Lineup for Food Manufacturing
- **Stabi Half:** A compact shin/knee support model ideal for tight factory spaces. Price: From 48,400 JPY (incl. tax).
- **Stabi Full:** A versatile large model supporting thighs and waist with a 344mm stroke. Price: From 81,400 JPY (incl. tax).
- **Stabi Left/Right:** Single-leg support reducing sole load by up to 65%. Price: From 107,800 JPY (incl. tax).
- **Stabi Twin:** A 3-point support model for high stability during long shifts.
- **Fatigue Reduction Gel Mat:** Distributes body weight to minimize floor reaction force. Price: 17,600 JPY (incl. tax).
- **Assist Insole:** Supports foot arches to reduce fatigue in safety boots.