FACTS
- Large guards manufactured from steel can become very heavy. An alternate material should be considered. Thermoformed plastic machine guards almost always weigh a fraction of metal guards, greatly reducing the number of injuries from handling the guard.
- Consulting with a specialist on machine guarding is a helpful way to make sure your equipment guarding is properly sized. Many guarding manufacturers can complete surveys, make suggestions, and also provide a properly fitting guard.
- Using a back plate completely encloses moving components and can prevent reaching around or past the guard. A back plate can prevent fingers, loose clothing, hair, etc. […]
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