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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 Engineeringtalk, 23 June 2008
Modular system protects workers
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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 1 August 2007
Safety switches monitor roof tile production
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 Engineeringtalk, 20 July 2007
Steel company chooses solenoid interlocks
The amGard AutoLok safety switches regulate access to the battery area of the new Schwelgern furnaces that melt iron ore.
News from Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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 Engineeringtalk, 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.
News from Engineeringtalk, 11 February 2003
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