This presenter describes the findings from four research projects aimed at improving ergonomics in distribution center operations. The research projects are: the effects of different flooring materials used to relieve lower extremity pain in distribution centers; how to lessen the shock experienced by the knees as standup fork trucks are driven in and out of trailers; the efficacy of an articulating conveyor belt for manually unloading and loading trailers; and efficacy of the Ecopick lift assist device.