... Increased Productivity through Reduced Hand Stress

Vermilion, Oh., November 20, 2006— AirShirz® pneumatic scissors from Bettcher Industries are the ideal tool for quickly separating chubs and clipping around other metal clips. The scissors’ ingenious air-powered design enables operators to make short order in cutting around metal clips, while avoiding the hand stress associated with using manual scissors. The result is a better, cleaner cut ... along with reduced hand stress leading to improved productivity and lower exposure to repetitive motion injuries.

AirShirz® pneumatic scissors increase operator speed and productivity, while at the same time reducing muscle fatigue. Lightweight yet powerful, AirShirz® scissors provides a clean, accurate cut while requiring 90% less muscle activity to operate.

AirShirz® scissors feature an automatic spring-return action, so no effort is required to open the blades. Moreover, the pneumatic design gives the user complete control over the cutting action, thereby guarding against accidents or an inadvertent cut. A safety latch can be used to secure the blades in a locked position to enhance safety and prevent damage when not in use. All units use standard 80 to 120 psi compressed air.

With AirShirz® scissors, major improvements have been achieved in lessening muscle fatigue, exposure to repetitive motion injuries, as well as in reducing other risk factors associated with musculoskeletal disorders. Operators of meat and other food processing plants who are looking for improved employee welfare, safety and lower turnover – along with increased productivity – will find AirShirz® to be a strong new ally.

AirShirz® pneumatic scissors from Bettcher Industries utilize stainless steel blades, with multiple configurations available. Blades can be removed in seconds and sharpened using conventional sharpening equipment. For more information on AirShirz® scissors and their ideal suitability for chub separating activities, contact Wayne Daggett at (440) 965-4422, or e-mail your request to wdaggett@bettcher.com. Web site: www.bettcher.com.

Established in 1944, Bettcher Industries brings more than five decades of successful innovation to the meat and other food processing industries. The company is a leading worldwide developer and manufacturer of innovative precision cutting tools for food processing operations. Based in the United States, Bettcher Industries is an ISO 9001-certified company with direct distribution and service in 50 countries throughout the world.

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