Palm Claws Pro Machine
The palm oil industry has been vital to Malaysia's economy since 1848, significantly impacting both local and international markets, especially in the European Union. However, the industry struggles with the mechanization of the harvesting process. Many Malaysian farmers still rely on manua...
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| Language: | en |
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2025
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| Online Access: | http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/12532/1/P17890_e9163b4e1dbf088820bbed0983258e1a.pdf http://eprints.uthm.edu.my/12532/ https://smpu.uthm.edu.my/uploads/P17890_e9163b4e1dbf088820bbed0983258e1a.pdf |
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| Summary: | The palm oil industry has been vital to Malaysia's economy since 1848,
significantly impacting both local and international markets, especially
in the European Union. However, the industry struggles with the
mechanization of the harvesting process. Many Malaysian farmers still
rely on manual tools to lift palm fruit bunches (FFB), which can weigh
up to 20 kg. This manual labor often leads to musculoskeletal disorders
and injuries due to physical strain and poorly designed tools. This
report introduces the Palm Claws Pro (PCP), a machine designed to lift
and load fresh fruit bunches onto trucks, reducing the physical burden
on workers and improving workplace safety. The project aims to create
a user-friendly machine that requires minimal training, assess its safety
effectiveness, and compare its performance with traditional methods.
The PCP machine was meticulously designed and tested to meet
ergonomic needs. The grabber can lift FFB to a height of 1.79 m without
hydraulic assistance, allowing for easy transfer onto standard truck
platforms. The machine's robust design can handle the weight of a 20
kg bunch without damage, thus maintaining operational reliability.
Testing revealed that the PCP machine significantly reduces the time
and effort needed to load FFB compared to manual methods. This
efficiency improvement not only enhances productivity, lowers
transportation costs, and enhances logistics in palm oil distribution.
Moreover, using the PCP machine is expected to decrease absenteeism
and labor turnover by reducing work-related injuries, creating a safer
work environment. The Palm Claws Pro machine provides a practical
solution to challenges in the palm oil industry. By alleviating physical
strain on workers and increasing efficiency, the PCP machine supports
a healthier workforce. Future enhancements could include a hydraulic
jack for heavier loads, a handle for better mobility, and a more powerful
motor for improved gripping strength. |
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