Ergo Pull approach

Retracting utility knives have sliders that, when pushed, expose the blade for cutting. The contradictory actions of pushing the slider while pulling the knife during the cut cause unnecessary strain. Slice asked: Why not pull both the slider and the knife?

The invention of Ergo-Pull represents Slice’s commitment to re-examining every aspect of cutting technology. Its ergonomic design doesn’t just cover the handle’s shape, it also extends to retraction mechanisms.

Testing by United States Ergonomics confirms that the Slice 10558 Utility Knife with Ergo-Pull reduces forearm and upper arm muscle effort, compared with standard metal-bladed utility knife. These results were consistent regardless of the orientation of cutting (horizontal or upright). Ergo-Pull results in a measurable boost to worker comfort, especially during repetitive cutting tasks. Less muscle effort means fewer repetitive strain injuries, and that’s good news for occupational health and safety.