In today’s fast paced environment there is a constant drive for increased productivity within the workplace. Attaining this goal however must not mean compromising the objective of achieving “zero-risk” for operators as they perform their duties on the factory floor. There are of course multiple factors which impact productivity levels, including maintenance procedures, for example. Stäubli’s high quality quick-release couplings make a valuable contribution to productivity by reducing the time required to disconnect and re-connect energy sources, crucially, without compromising operator safety during these essential operations.