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148-150 Birmingham New Road
Wolverhampton
WV4 6NT
UK

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Listing of all 31 news releases from Fortress Interlocks:

Covers protect industrial safety interlocks

Stainless-steel spring-loaded dustcovers for mGard interlocks have a robust clamp inside that grips the lock body.

News from Fortress Interlocks (23 June 2008)

Modular system protects workers

User application article By inserting the door key into two key switches inside the cell, the operator can manually control the robot at a reduced power, allowing programming and teaching of the robot without risk.

News from Fortress Interlocks (29 May 2008)

Safety keys prevent premature machine starting

By including the safety key modules in an eGard configuration, workers that access the hazardous area can be protected against being locked in the area or the machine restarting.

News from Fortress Interlocks (19 March 2008)

Safety interlocks prevent electrocution

VS units from Fortress monitor the voltage on the windings of the machine's motor, in addition to any shorts or open circuits and grant access only when it is safe to do so.

News from Fortress Interlocks (15 January 2008)

Safety interlocks receive E-stop upgrade

eGard is a modular system that simply clips together and provides a vast number of options including the addition of stop and start switches, indicator lights or gate switch modules.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 August 2007)

Safety switches monitor roof tile production

User application article Several amLok AS-i solenoid switches, from the amGard range of interlocks, were installed on the three production lines at Forticrete's Leighton Buzzard plant.

News from Fortress Interlocks (20 July 2007)

Steel company chooses solenoid interlocks

User application article The amGard AutoLok safety switches regulate access to the battery area of the new Schwelgern furnaces that melt iron ore.

News from Fortress Interlocks (21 June 2007)

Safety equipment wins innovation award

Fortress Interlocks' safety equipment ensures that potentially dangerous procedures take place in the correct, safe order.

News from Fortress Interlocks (29 May 2007)

Control system suits all kinds of doors

The adaptability of Fortress Interlocks' eGard safety and control system means the system is suitable for all types of door.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 7 March 2007)

Safety and control module is green design

Fortress Interlocks has won the prestigious Green Innovation Award at this year's innovation and Design Excellence Awards (iDEA) against strong competition.

News from Fortress Interlocks (18 October 2006)

Safety gate switches come with internal release

Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an internal release (IR) adapter for the company's amGard range of modular safety gate switches.

News from Fortress Interlocks (13 September 2006)

Access control system adds trapped key interlocks

A modular system controls access to hazardous machinery, via gate switch and trapped key technology, and can also include simple machine or access controls such as pushbuttons, e-stops and lamps.

News from Fortress Interlocks (29 May 2006)

Pod keeps operators out of dangerous areas

Option pod with keyswitch for modular safety gate switches ensures an operator can only enter a potentially hazardous area when it is safe.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 6 April 2006)

Handle and actuator help guard machines

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.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 9 February 2006)

Safety gate switch is explosion proof

Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an ATEX Certified explosion proof safety gate switch.

News from Fortress Interlocks (26 September 2005)

Gate switches hold the key to safety

Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced access key and safety key modules for the company's AmGard range of modular safety gate switches.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 July 2005)

Website enables informed safety decisions

Fortress Interlocks has a new website designed to deliver extensive information on products and applications.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 6 May 2005)

Lightweight guards come with 4000 billion options

Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks is introducing a completely new approach to controlling access to hazardous machinery and equipment.

News from Fortress Interlocks (10 March 2005)

Modular interlocks come with rotary switches

Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has extended its range of mGard trapped key safety interlocks.

News from Fortress Interlocks (16 August 2004)

Machinery access controlled via AS-i

Machinery safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has launched the Amgard AS-i range of heavy-duty machinery access control products which connect directly to AS-i Safety at Work control networks.