Handpiece holder or start-stop tag?

Two smart solutions for seamless workflows.

Modern Podiatry Drills should not only be powerful, but also integrate intuitively into everyday practice. For the Nova Pro and Nova SE, RUCK provides two smart options for controlling the handpiece motor: the classic handpiece holder with an automatic start/stop function and the new start-stop tag for maximum versatility.

But how do the two solutions actually differ? Which variant is suitable for whom? And why do the two functions complement each other so well?

The common ground: intuitive work without buttons

Both the handpiece holder and the start-stop tag serve the same purpose: to make workflows simpler, more ergonomic and more fluid.

With both solutions, the handpiece motor starts or stops automatically – without the need for additional operation via the display or traditional switches. This allows the user to stay fully focused on the treatment.

The main difference lies in the type of application and how they are positioned in the daily work life.

The handpiece holder – the secure and integrated solution for the workplace.

The handpiece holder is integrated directly into the working environment and is a familiar feature of many users’ practice set-ups. When the handpiece is inserted into the holder, the motor stops automatically. When it is removed, the handpiece starts up again.

This delivers an especially organised and tidy workplace.

Typical benefits of the handpiece holder

Fixed position at the workstation
Clear and structured workflows
Automatic start/stop
Ergonomic storage of the handpiece
Suitable for stationary workstations

Who is the handpiece holder especially suitable for?

The handpiece holder is especially suitable for users who:

work at fixed treatment stations,
prefer structured movement sequences,
regularly put the handpiece in the holder,
or emphasise a particularly tidy workspace.

Then this creates a highly ergonomic workflow, particularly in modern practices with an integrated instrument tray.

The Start-Stop Tag – Maximum versatility exactly where you work

The Start-Stop Tag adds an especially versatile solution to the automatic control system. Instead of inserting the handpiece into a fixed holder, simply bringing the handpiece close to the tag is enough to start or stop the motor.& nbsp;

The tag can be positioned almost anywhere:

magnetically on metal furniture,
using an adhesive pad on non-metallic surfaces,
or directly on clothing.

This means the control system is ideal for individual working styles – not the other way round.

Typical benefits of the start-stop tag

Flexible positioning
Ergonomic freedom of movement
Suitable for mobile applications
Quick cutter change without display operation
Intuitive control directly during the movement

Who is the Start-Stop Tag especially suitable for?

The Start-Stop Tag is suitable for users who:

do not place the handpiece in the holder in the traditional way,
work on the move, would like to continue using existing practice equipment,
prefer individual movement patterns, or deliberately would like to work without constant display operation.

The Tag also provides particular versatility for workspaces with limited space or special case and rucksack solutions.

An example from everyday practice

Then a workflow is formed that adapts optimally to individual requirements.

The handpiece is placed in the holder during treatment.

The start & stop tag is used for quick burs changes.

When used in mobile practice, the tag can be attached to clothing.

Which solution is ideal for your way of working?

Handpiece holder	Start-Stopp-Tag
Fixed workstation	Flexible positioning
Structured processes	Personal freedom of movement
Classic handpiece tray	Control directly within the process of moving
Suitable for stationary practice stations	Suitable for mobile or flexible applications
A tidy workplace solution	Ergonomic accessories for custom setups

Smart support for modern workflows

With the automatic handpiece holder and the new start/stop tag, the Nova System provides two ingenious solutions for different working methods in podiatry and foot health, both of which share the same goal: less interruptions, more ergonomic movements and intuitive operation that integrates naturally into everyday practice.
After all, modern technology really comes into its own if it makes work easier.