Ergonomic design of a multipurpose portable mortar mixer for tiling works

Mohd Roshdi, Farrah Rina and Ab Kadir, Mohd Zulhilmi and Zamri, Muhammad Aiman Zulkarnain and Mohd Zahir, Amirul Danial and Mohd Nor, Muhammad Amirun Hisyam (2025) Ergonomic design of a multipurpose portable mortar mixer for tiling works. In: The 14th international invention, innovation & design competition 2025 (INDES 2025), 26 Jun 2025, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak.

Abstract

The Multipurpose Portable Mortar Mixer for Tiling Works project seeks to design and build a portable mortar mixer to enhance efficiency and productivity within the construction sector. The mixer is specifically engineered to streamline modest construction tasks at job sites, minimising the time and labour needed for manual mortar mixing. Furthermore, it seeks to offer a pragmatic answer to mobility challenges in areas with constrained space or challenging accessibility. The tool's design considers numerous critical criteria, including stability, reliability, and user-friendliness, while employing lightweight yet robust materials, such as aluminium and durable plastic, to guarantee long-term efficacy and longevity. An efficient hand drill mechanism powers the mixer, while the ergonomic design guarantees ease of use for users across diverse working environments. The development process encompasses market research, material selection, and efficiency testing to verify that the instrument satisfies practical requirements in real-world applications. This initiative aims to enhance productivity and decrease labour costs in the construction sector, particularly for small and medium-sized projects. This mobile mortar mixer is anticipated to be an innovative solution that addresses the limitations of traditional construction equipment, which necessitates extensive area and substantial personnel.

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Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
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Mohd Roshdi, Farrah Rina
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Ab Kadir, Mohd Zulhilmi
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Zamri, Muhammad Aiman Zulkarnain
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Mohd Zahir, Amirul Danial
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Mohd Nor, Muhammad Amirun Hisyam
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Subjects: H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > Labor. Work. Working class
T Technology > TH Building construction > Management of the construction site. Superintendence of building construction
Divisions: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Perak > Seri Iskandar Campus > Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying
Journal or Publication Title: The 14th international invention, innovation & design competition 2025 (INDES 2025)
Event Title: The 14th international invention, innovation & design competition 2025 (INDES 2025)
Event Dates: 26 Jun 2025
Page Range: pp. 475-477
Keywords: Portable, Mortar mixer, Tiling works, Ergonomic design, Static posture
Date: 2025
URI: https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/133652
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