The amGard range of safety gate switch interlocks is designed for use in extreme harsh environments, where dust, moisture and temperature changes are on the order of the day. With overdimensioned stainless steel heads, handles and actuators these products can last for years as proven in the cement, concrete, steel and rubber industry. amGard is particularly suited for machines that require quick and frequent access to equipment via hinged or sliding doors. It is designed...

The amGard range of modular safety gate switches now offers a internal release adaptor, which provides an internal release function for safety and access key installations. The IR adaptor is also compatible with a Fortress STOP, a non-solenoid gate switch that will switch off the safety circuits. The amGard range combines both trapped key and gate switch technology to control access to equipment protected by safety guarding. The IR adaptor provides a means of escaping potentially...

The mGard range of trapped key interlocks offers to possibility to safeguard machinery and installations up to Cat. 4, SIL3 and/or PLe without the need of wiring on doors and hatches. By using personal safety keys which are only released after insertion of the isolation key, the risk of accidental machine restart and lock in of personnel are eliminated. As part of an interlock system, the locks are used to control access to dangerous machines and enclosed areas until a safe condition...

Fortress Interlocks’ new eGard system for machinery access and control now includes an ergonomic, easy-fit handle and actuator unit. Designed for both hinged and sliding doors, like the rest of eGard system it can be installed on machinery guarding in minutes without the need for additional brackets. The handle can also be used with an eGard head unit as a simple and easy-fit latching door handle. The handle provides a huge saving in terms of cost and time of design and fabrication...