In modern cabinet design, the combination of aluminum profiles and stainless steel materials should not only consider structural strength and aesthetics, but also the integration of ergonomics is the key, which aims to create a cabinet that is convenient, comfortable and efficient.
First of all, in terms of cabinet height design, according to ergonomic principles, the height range of users should be fully considered. For cabinets that often need to operate the countertop, such as kitchen cabinets or laboratory workbenches, the operating height should be set at a position where the user's arms can be operated comfortably when they are naturally drooping and slightly bent, generally between 50% and 70% of the height. This can reduce the fatigue caused by users bending or raising their hands for a long time and improve work efficiency. For example, when designing a kitchen aluminum profile + stainless steel cabinet, the height of the stove can be designed to be 70-80 cm, and the height of the sink can be slightly higher than the stove, between 80-90 cm, so that users of different heights can cook and wash conveniently.
Secondly, the depth design of the cabinet is also very particular. Considering the arm's reach and visual range, the depth of general storage cabinets should not be too deep to avoid users bending over or leaning over to get things. Usually, the depth of wardrobe cabinets is about 55-60 cm, which can not only meet the needs of hanging and storing clothes, but also ensure that users can easily take items. For cabinets with special purposes such as tool cabinets, they can be adjusted appropriately according to the length and frequency of use of the tools, but they must also follow the principle of human convenience.
In addition, the position design of handles and switches cannot be ignored. The handle should be installed in a convenient position for hand grasping, with a moderate height, generally 90-110 cm from the ground, to avoid being too high or too low to cause inconvenience to users. The switch should be designed in an easy-to-operate position, such as close to the edge of the cabinet door and in line with the natural position of the user's hand when standing, usually 10-20 cm from the top or bottom of the cabinet door, to facilitate opening and closing the cabinet door and reduce body distortion and excessive force during operation.
In addition, the design of internal compartments and drawers also follows ergonomics. The height of the compartments should be flexibly divided according to the common sizes of the stored items. For example, the height of the compartment for storing documents is 30-40 cm, and the height of the compartment for storing shoes is 15-20 cm, so that the items can be stored in an orderly manner and easy to find and take. The slide rails of the drawer should be smooth, and the depth and width of the drawer should be designed to facilitate users to reach in to take and put items, avoiding too deep or too narrow to cause difficulty in operation.
Incorporating ergonomics into the design of aluminum profile + stainless steel cabinets not only improves the user experience and comfort, but also improves the practicality and functionality of the cabinet, so that it can better serve people's life and work needs.
