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Flexible lock-arm Flexible lock-arm shield for grinders Flexible lock-arm shield for band saws Introducing our new line of flexible lock-arm shields!

Flexible lock-armOur new line of flexible lock-arm shields are made of black, premium-grade copolymer. These shields can be used on lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, band saws, woodworking machines, and similar equipment. These flexible copolymer lock-arm shields have standard arm sizes of 12", 18" and 24" and are available in many different sizes and shapes of transparent shields. Two mounting options for these flexible lock-arm shields are offered: direct mount or magnetic mount.

Shop now to order flexible copolymer lock-arm shields.

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Introducing our new line of electrically interlocked heavy-duty shields!

Our new line of electrically interlocked heavy-duty shields is manufactured specifically for drills, mills, lathes, and crosslide/carriage travel applications. The shields are made of high impact-resistant transparent polycarbonate that provides operator protection from flying chips and coolant. The heavy-duty arms are made of durable pressed steel and the mounting brackets house a safety microswitch. When the shields are swung out of position, the positive contacts on the microswitch open, sending a stop signal to the machine control.

These electrically interlocked heavy-duty shields are available in different sizes and have many points of adjustability. Each safety microswitch has an enclosure rating of IP 67.

Heavy-Duty Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Drill Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Drill Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Lathe Chuck Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Crosslide/Travel Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Crosslide/Travel Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Milling Machine Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Milling Machine Shields Heavy-Duty Interlocked Lathe Chuck Shields

Shop now to order electrically interlocked heavy-duty shields.

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NEW Detect-A-Finger® Drop-Probe Device

Detect-A-Finger® Adjustable Stroke DeviceOur new DAF-100 Detect-A-Finger® drop-probe device is an adjustable stroke device that is used for safeguarding riveters, spot welders, eyeletters, stakers, staplers, crimpers, fastening and assembly machines, and screw machines. The DAF-100 Detect-A-Finger® drop-probe device is an electric-air system that can provide a stroke of up to 4". It consists of a control box, drop-probe assembly, aluminum sensing probes, and other necessary components. It can be mounted on the left or right side of the machine.

Shop now to order DAF-100 Detect-A-Finger® drop-probe device.

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Bench Grinder Safety Gauge

Rockford Bench Grinder Safety GaugeRockford Systems bench grinder safety gauge is just what you need to properly adjust the tongue and work rest openings on your bench grinders to be in compliance with OSHA standards. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.215 specifies that work rests must be kept adjusted closely to the wheel with a maximum opening of 1/8" to prevent the workpiece from being jammed between the wheel and the rest. OSHA also states that the distance between the grinding wheel and the adjustable tongue must never exceed 1/4".

Shop now to order Rockford's Bench Grinder Safety Gauge.

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Rockford Systems Sensing-Saf-Start® Devices

Sensing-Saf-Start

• Combination Sensing-Saf-Start® and E-Stop package
• For use on 120-V machines
• When a power interruption occurs, the SAF-START®
  prevents the machine from automatically or
  unintentionally restarting
• Complies with OSHA requirements, NFPA 79 electrical
   standard, and CSA standards

Simple tie-in of the Sensing-Saf-Start® and E-stop package
• Drill Presses
 • Scroll Saws
• Tool Grinders • Table Saws
• Mills • Cut-Off-Machines
• Lathes • Belt Sanders
• Band Saws • Disc Sanders
• Radial Arm Saws
   to 120-V machines		 • Polishing Machines
   
   
   
Rockford Systems Sensing-Saf-Start® SAFS-300

 


This one-box SAFS-300 is designed for installation on 120-V (15-A maximum) machines. When installed correctly, the SAFS-300 will prevent the machine from automatically or unintentionally restarting when a power interruption occurs. The machine cannot restart until power has been restored, the machine has been turned off, and the reset button pushed.

The SAFS-300 is housed in a Nema 4 polycarbonate enclosure and includes a reset button and E-stop. The Saf-Start® complies with OSHA requirements, NFPA 79 electrical standard, and CSA standards.


 

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Safety Bumper and Touch Sensor Strip

 Safety Bumper


A safety bumper system is designed to protect someone or something from hazardous machine conditions. A safety bumper and a safety interface provides a Category 3 safety system. When a person or object comes in contact with the safety bumper, a signal is sent to stop the machine.


Touch Sensor Strip



A touch sensor strip along with a safety interface control provide a Category 3 safety system. The pressure-sensitive touch sensor strip is designed for use in low-voltage applications. It offers a user-friendly surface that provides a safe stop signal when touched.

 


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Belt Sander Shields and Disc Sander Shields

Belt Sander and Disc Sander Shields


These high-quality, adjustable belt sander and disc sander shields place a barrier between an operator and flying debris generated at the point of operation. They fasten directly to the machine using 1" x 2" extruded aluminum with mounting hardware included. Shield assemblies are available for the upper belt, lower belt, and disc sander.

Shop now to order belt sander shields or disc sander shields.

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Machine Safeguarding Demonstration Videos

Versatile On/Off Magnetic-Base Shields


We've added several demonstration videos to illustrate and explain ways to provide increased machine safety. Some topics include:

• Lathe Chuck Shield Mounting Brackets
• Electrically Interlocked Guards
• Two-Hand Control Safeguarding
• Self-Ejecting Chuck Wrench
• Foot Switch
• Type 'A' Sliding Gate Device


Look for more videos in the near future and make sure to subscribe to our YouTube™ channel to never miss a new safeguarding demonstration video.

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CSA Certification Achieved

Versatile On/Off Magnetic-Base Shields
Our SSC-1500 Generation II Controls and our new SSC-1500 Hydraulic Controls have met the requirements of the Canadian Standards Association (CSA). These controls now carry the CSA mark on each label located on the control module. The controls are certified for both the Canadian and United States markets and meet each country's applicable standards.

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