It can be divided into preventing the generation of static electricity and mitigating the damage caused by static electricity. Static-electricity protection is a long-term, systematic undertaking; any mistake or oversight at any stage could lead to the failure of the entire static-electricity protection effort. In the production process, the primary measures for static-electricity protection include static leakage, dissipation, neutralization, humidification, shielding, and grounding. The human-body static-electricity protection system mainly consists of anti-static wrist straps, ankle straps, work uniforms, shoes and socks, hats, gloves, or finger cots—all of which serve functions such as static leakage, neutralization, and shielding. Grounding-based anti-static treatments for flooring primarily include anti-static ceramic-steel composite modular floor tiles, all-steel modular floor tiles with anti-static properties, and anti-static porcelain floor tiles. Grounding is crucial for reducing the accumulation of static charges on conductors. Since the human body is a conductor and a major source of static electricity generation, we must minimize the buildup of static charges on individuals who come into contact with sensitive anti-static components or assemblies. A highly effective way to prevent static charge buildup on the human body is through proper grounding. Several types of personal grounding devices are available: in industrial settings, wrist straps are commonly used grounding devices. Wrist straps effectively discharge static charges from your body; to ensure that a wrist strap functions properly, it must make adequate skin contact. A dirty or loose wrist strap may retain residual static charges, rendering the anti-static protection ineffective. Conductive footwear or foot-grounding devices can be used to supplement wrist straps when necessary. At workstations, a conductive or static-dissipative work surface is an essential component of an electrostatic-safe workstation—especially in areas where manual assembly takes place. When using wrist straps, it’s critical to maintain clean work surfaces and connect them appropriately to a common ground point. Conductive or static-dissipative materials themselves can generate static charges; however, when properly grounded, they can effectively discharge these charges.

　　Anti-static workstations are typically used in electronics and manufacturing enterprises. The desktops of anti-static workstations usually feature anti-static plastic mats, while the workstation legs are grounded. Throughout the entire usage process, no static electricity is generated, thereby protecting the electronic components being produced and assembled from damage caused by static discharge. Depending on specific application requirements, there are many different types available. Below, we’ll introduce several commonly used types.

　　1. Assembly-line format: This facilitates the smooth transfer of items from one end to the other. On the one hand, it reduces the need for personnel and saves on labor costs. On the other hand, it lowers the rate of damage to items during transportation.

　　2. Single-person workstations: For certain tasks that require convenient and easy individual operation, each workstation is designed with a single seat. This arrangement helps address the issue of product classification during enterprise production, saves space, and allows for the addition of drawers—multi-layer drawers that can be used to efficiently organize and categorize production materials, product processing tools, or other production-related items.

　　3. Double-sided conveyor-type antistatic workbench: This type of workbench allows convenient operation from both sides. It’s not something you can simply manufacture however you like—rather, it’s custom-made based on the specific flow requirements of the product.

　　Three little-known facts about antistatic measures:

　　1. Many customers ask why an anti-static workbench is necessary: When people perform operations in a dry environment, or when dry air flows over the surface of an insulator, static electricity can be generated due to friction. The electric charge produced by friction accumulates on the surface of the insulator. The more charge that accumulates, the higher the voltage becomes. At a certain high voltage level, discharge will occur. This discharge process can lead to dielectric breakdown, thereby destroying the insulating properties of the material. Similarly, some electronic components can also be damaged by the high voltage generated by accumulated static charges, causing long-term harm. Therefore, it is crucial to take precautions against damage caused by electrostatic discharge during these operations. That’s why an anti-static workbench is needed—to provide protection for electronic components and other sensitive devices.

　　II. What is the purpose of an anti-static workbench? The primary functions of an anti-static workbench are twofold: 1. To reduce static electricity generation and prevent its accumulation; 2. To appropriately lower the workbench’s insulation level. Additionally, the workbench must maintain good grounding to ensure that static charges promptly dissipate into the earth, preventing their buildup and the formation of high voltages.

　　3. Which industries are suitable for antistatic workstations?

　　1. It’s definitely an electrical and electronics profession—given the importance of product quality, they’re sure to obtain certification for anti-static products.

　　2. Based on the second major characteristic of static electricity—electrostatic adsorption—there are industries with purification requirements, such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, scientific laboratories with purification standards, and hospitals.