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148-150 Birmingham New Road
Wolverhampton
WV4 6NT
UK

Listing of all 39 news releases from Fortress Interlocks:

Interlocks safeguard robotics system operators

User application article Fortress' eGard interlocks protect a robot cell when an operator wants to gain access as he must turn and remove a key, which shuts down the power to the protected area.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 2 June 2008)

Safety interlocks protect against plasma spraying

User application article Fortress Interlocks has installed its interlocks to improve the protection of workers against plasma-arc spraying by interlocking the plasma torch with a vacuum vessel door.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 8 May 2008)

Machine control and safety functions combined

Safety key lock modules combine any machine controls with safety controls on hazardous machinery and equipment, providing a complete access control system.

News from Fortress Interlocks (17 March 2008)

Voltage switching unit betters safety, efficiency

Voltage switching units that prevent the removal of a safety gate access key whilst a machine is in motion and is far more efficient than an alternative fixed timer system.

News from Fortress Interlocks (18 January 2008)

Safety switches guard furnace workers

User application article Fortress Interlocks has supplied ThyssenKrupp with amGard AutoLok safety switches to regulate access to the battery area of the Schwelgern furnaces that melt iron ore.

News from Fortress Interlocks (22 June 2007)

Fortress wins queen's award for innovation

UK manufacturer of safety interlocking equipment, including for hazardous areas, Fortress Interlocks, has been officially recognised for its innovation.

News from Fortress Interlocks (22 May 2007)

Safety and control system rotates 360 degrees

The head module for Fortress Interlocks' innovative eGard safety and control system rotates through 360 degrees and is suitable for all types of door.

News from Fortress Interlocks (15 March 2007)

Modular system controls machinery access

Machinery safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an AS-interface (AS-i) control and safety base module for its eGard system.

News from Fortress Interlocks (15 December 2006)

Machine guard idea wins 'Green' Innovation Award

Fortress' eGard, a product which combines machine safety and control modules in one flexible unit, has gained the prestigious 'Green' Innovation Award.

News from Fortress Interlocks (24 October 2006)

Fortress wins 'Green' innovation award

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 (17 October 2006)

Internal release adaptor safeguards operators

An Internal Release adaptor for Fortress Interlocks amGard range of modular safety gate switches provides an internal release function for safety and access key installations.

News from Fortress Interlocks (14 September 2006)

Access and control system is simple to install

Unlike gate switches and machine controls, access and control system can be installed on machinery guarding in minutes - providing huge cost and time saving for machinery guarding suppliers.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 September 2006)

Key interlock modules control access

Key interlock modules have been added to the eGard system, which is a fully modular system that can control access to hazardous machinery using gate switch and 'trapped' key technology.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 September 2006)

Door handle fits easily to machinery guarding

An ergonomic, easy-fit handle and actuator unit - designed for hinged and sliding doors and installed in minutes - has been added to the eGard system for machinery access and control.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 September 2006)

Explosion proof safety gate switch fits easily

An explosion proof safety gate switch - certified UL (E61730) and CSA (LR57327) - is designed to control access to machinery and process lines operating in potentially explosive environments.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 September 2006)

Access and control product is modular

An access and control product enables modules - mechanical trapped key interlocks, electrical safety gate switch interlocks, and simple machine controls - to be integrated in one unit.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 September 2006)

Keyswitch secures access and robot programming

An option pod with keyswitch for the amGard range of modular safety gate switches ensures an operative can only enter a hazardous area - such as a robotic cell - when it is safe.

News from Fortress Interlocks ( 1 September 2006)

Hazardous machinery access system enhanced

Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced a range of key interlock modules for its eGard system.

News from Fortress Interlocks (29 May 2006)

Access and control system extended

Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced a range of key interlock modules for its eGard system.

News from Fortress Interlocks (25 May 2006)

Switches give safe access and robot programming

An option pod for a range of modular safety gate switches ensures an operative can only enter a potentially hazardous area when it is safe and a second pod initiates safe robot programming.