Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Machine Guards",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Safeguarding machinery in schools and colleges from
Procter Machinery Guarding, which we summarised at the time by saying "Jeremy Procter, Convenor of the European Standards Committee responsible for Machine Guards, reviews the updated BS4163:2007 code of practice relating to machine
safeguarding".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Machine guards expand range from
Folding Guard: "Folding Guard machine perimeter guarding systems are designed to meet stringent regulatory requirements".
In September 2007, we covered the news from Procter Machinery Guarding
concerning its On Your Guard guide
- take a look at Safety kit suits machinery designers
which says: "The latest seven-page PDF edition of the On Your Guard guide to machinery guarding standards provides the basics, as well as showing readers where they can find out more about specific topics".
Take a look also at the news release from MiniTec UK, Curved profiles meet custom needs,
as well as Guarding machinery in educational workshops. from Procter Machinery Guarding,
and Aluminium chosen for machine guarding from Automation Supplies.
See also:
Machine Accident Investigation Kit updated
(April 2007)
New version of Machine Accident Investigation Kit (MAIK) introduced by Procter Machinery Guarding
Door guards protect against dangerous machines
(March 2007)
Supermagnet door guards control the opening of movable machine guards in harsh, industrial environments with powerful electromagnets, and may prevent unintentional opening of the guard
Control system suits all kinds of doors
(March 2007)
The adaptability of Fortress Interlocks' eGard safety and control system means the system is suitable for all types of door
Hydraulic dampers produce consistent force
(January 2007)
Hydraulic dampers include an innovative balance chamber to produce a constant travel speed, resulting in a smoother and consistent damping force
Safety interlock switches are tongue-operated
(December 2006)
Universal tongue-operated safety interlock switches feature NEMA6/IP67 enclosures to ensure rugged, reliable operation in water washdown environments
Machine building show sees aluminium and steel
(November 2006)
In addition to its wide range of aluminium profile machine building systems, MiniTec UK will be exhibiting its new range of SUS304 stainless steel profile at Machine Building 2007
Gas springs remove the need for muscle power
(October 2006)
A wide variety of gas springs and accessories are offered by Ondrives from its 937-page mechanical drive components catalogue
Hydraulic damper offers easy adjustment
(October 2006)
Small format hydraulic damper has a 12mm diameter and stroke lengths between 10 to 80mm
News on the Machine guards from Troax UK
(September 2006)
Troax UK has installed a comprehensive machine safety solution for construction products manufacturer Forticrete
Machine enclosure guards made to order
(May 2006)
Procter Machinery Guarding is offering machine tool manufacturers an opportunity to cut the costs associated with designing and manufacturing guarding for one-off and series machines
Cutting the cost of machine tool enclosure guards
(May 2006)
Procter Machinery Guarding is offering machine tool manufacturers an opportunity to cut the costs associated with designing and manufacturing guarding for one-off and series machines
Ferrari Experience offered at Drives and Controls
(April 2006)
If visitors can navigate to the MiniTec UK stand D39 and drive an M8 Allen Key, they could win a fabulous Ferrari Experience at this years Drives and Controls Show
Workstation selection online
(February 2006)
Online resource lets users select dimensions and materials to match requirements for workstations and download 2D and 3D, CAD and image files for Autocad and other programs, with complete parts lists
Fasteners line up for Midlands manufacturers
(February 2006)
Protex Fasteners will exhibit its latest quick-action fastening systems at the Midland Manufacturing Exhibition
Handle and actuator help guard machines
(February 2006)
Ergonomic, easy-fit handle and actuator unit for hinged and sliding doors can be installed on machinery guarding in minutes without the need for additional brackets
Dampers keep cable cars on the level
(February 2006)
Hydraulic dampers have found an unusual application in providing a smooth ride for cable car passengers
Timing belt module for machine building system
(February 2006)
32mm wide module steel-reinforced polyurethane timing belt added to ancillary components available for modular profile, machine building system
Calculator provides safe distances for machinery
(January 2006)
Procter Machinery Guarding is offering a free safety distance calculator for establishing the required safety distances and heights of machine guards in accordance with BS EN 294
Free EN 294 machinery safety distance calculator
(January 2006)
Procter Machinery Guarding is offering a free Safety Distance Calculator for establishing the required safety distances and heights of machine guards in accordance with BS EN 294
News on the Machine guards from Horton
(October 2005)
Whether you need to protect employees from machinery-related hazards or costly equipment from damage caused by debris, Horton reckons its wire form products will accomplish the task
Accidents will happen - so learn from them
(October 2005)
A free machine accident investigation kit will help companies perform investigations so that they meet their statutory obligations and help prevent accidents from occurring in the future
Free Machine Accident Investigation Kit (MAIK)
(October 2005)
Procter Machinery Guarding is launching a free Machine Accident Investigation Kit (MAIK) that will help small and medium-sized manufacturing companies perform investigations
Clamps are used to build machine frames
(September 2005)
Winco, a supplier of standard industrial machine components, has announced that it has added metric aluminium, split assembly T-angle connector clamps to its product range
Latest fasteners on show in Southampton
(September 2005)
Redditch-based Protex Fasteners will be highlighting its latest products on Stand 9 at the Fastening News Live Roadshow at Botley Grange Hotel in Southampton on 15th September
Medium duty latch suits resealable applications
(August 2005)
Protex Fasteners has extended its range of medium duty products with the introduction of the type 33 fastener series
Door stops save on space
(January 2005)
Item has developed a neat and simple moulded bracket for machine guard doors that bolts securely into the outer frame, and incorporates two elastomer inserts to dampen the contact as the door closes
News on the Customised machine guards from Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley Guardmaster )
(January 2005)
A safety system that is difficult to use is more liable to be removed or bypassed, and so difficult machine guarding problems require special consideration
Interlock system now offers AC switching
(November 2004)
The popular Magnasafe MS6 machine-guard safety interlock system is now available with AC switching
Wood enters the frame for machine builders
(October 2004)
MK Profile Systems reckons it has introduced a novel material technology to the frame building systems market - wood profiles
Safety switch features stainless protection
(August 2004)
Manufacturers who are frustrated by frequent stoppages due to damaged safety switches could find a reliable solution in the form of the new stainless-steel MS-6 from Mechan Controls
Machine guards combine innovation with regulation
(July 2004)
Terry Hayward, MD of machine safety specialist Schmersal, discusses machine perimeter guarding and says combining innovation with regulation can provide a much more effective and productive solution
Online condition monitoring keeps plant running
(June 2004)
Unplanned downtime on high-speed paper machines can cut into a mill's profitability through both lost production and the diversion of engineering resources to get a machine back up and running
Versatile uses for safety door handle system
(June 2004)
To safeguard operators from walk-in hazardous areas, Schmersal has introduced what it claims is the most versatile safety door handle system available
News on the Machine Guards from Procter Machinery Guarding
(April 2004)
Jeremy Procter, Convenor of the European Standards Committee responsible for Machine Guards, presents guidelines for conforming with machinery guarding standards