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Extracted Key Adaptor from Fortress Prevents Inadvertent Machinery Startup

oct16 20Extracted Key Adaptor from Fortress Prevents Inadvertent Machinery Startup

To prevent the inadvertent startup of dangerous machinery, Fortress Interlocks has developed an extracted key adaptor for use with its robust amGardpro, amGardS40 (IP69K) and mGard interlock ranges.

By forcing an operator to extract the safety key when operating an interlock, the adaptor ensures the key cannot be turned and left in place, inadvertently re-starting machinery. (Read More)

Comparing the Capabilities of Thermocouples & Infrared Cameras

oct16 19Comparing the Capabilities of Thermocouples & Infrared Cameras

FLIR Systems has posted a recorded version of a popular webinar that compares two common instruments used for measuring temperature: thermocouples and infrared (IR) cameras.

The webinar provides an informative introduction to temperature measurement with the technologies available today, and explains the basics of how thermocouples and IR cameras work. (Read More)

Crowcon’s Laser Methane mini (LMm) portable methane detector goes green for improved visibility in ATEX-rated environments

oct16 18Crowcon’s Laser Methane mini (LMm) portable methane detector goes green for improved visibility in ATEX-rated environments

Key Facts:

  • Combines ATEX approval with a green laser guide-light for improved visibility
  • Enhances safety with remote monitoring from up to 30 or 100 metres
  • 0.1 second response time and monitoring through glass minimise risk to operators (Read More)

Arco Unveils Bigger-Than-Ever Big Book Catalogue 2016/17

oct16 17Arco Unveils Bigger-Than-Ever Big Book Catalogue 2016/17

Safety experts Arco has launched its latest Big Book catalogue, featuring one of the largest ranges of safety equipment, workwear, and workplace safety products, offering customers the best possible choice.

With over 20,000 own brand and leading named brand products, including 561 new solutions, this year the Arco Big Book is bigger than ever spanning 1,000 pages. (Read More)

Scott Safety demonstrates product innovation at ExpoProtection Show 2016

oct16 16Scott Safety demonstrates product innovation at ExpoProtection Show 2016

Scott Safety, a world leader in the design, manufacture and sale of innovative breathing apparatus and personal protective equipment (PPE), will be showcasing an selection of its latest products including lightweight and ergonomically designed powered air respirator (PAR) Duraflow, at the ExpoProtection Show 2016 on stand E129, 7 - 9th November in Paris, France. (Read More)

Go For Zero With On-Site Safety Sign Printing

oct16 15Go For Zero With On-Site Safety Sign Printing

Whenever a risk emerges in the workplace, it often takes a long time to order and wait for new safety signs that can warn co-workers about danger and instruct them on how to avoid an accident.

By using a professional safety sign printer and software, companies can design, print and implement new signs a lot faster in order to support their Go for zero programme and avoid workplace accidents. (Read More)

Extensive Handling Equipment Range Features Explosion Protection As Standard

oct16 14Extensive Handling Equipment Range Features Explosion Protection As Standard

The J D Neuhaus extensive range of handling equipment, including hoists and cranes are all engineered for extremes, providing safe operation in dust laden atmospheres or other explosion-hazardous areas such as the chemical manufacture and processing environments.

All the JDN products, which include both compressed air and hydraulically operated units are (Read More) 

Lighting Up The Darker Months with Exloc’s Range of Explosion-Proof Lighting.

oct16 13Lighting Up The Darker Months with Exloc’s Range of Explosion-Proof Lighting.

Exloc Instruments offer a full range of explosion-proof lighting for every application.

From portable lanterns and inspection lamps to full banks of flood and high bay lighting, we have a scaleable solution for you.

Portable Lanterns & Worklights

ATEX and IECEx certified, Intrinsically Safe lighting products are rigorously tested to ensure maximum reliability (Read More)

Nederman ‘At-Source’ Extraction

oct16 12Nederman ‘At-Source’ Extraction

The Nederman Fume Eliminator 840/841 is a small, lightweight, portable extraction unit that has proven invaluable in improving the air quality of workshops where light welding is carried out. Ideal for a diverse range of workshop demands, the Fume Eliminator is the epitome of a flexible working solution.

The Nederman FE840 model is provided with a manual start/stop function, whereas the FE841 includes an (Read More)

Nederman Introduces Most Flexible Dust Collector Ever

oct16 11Nederman Introduces Most Flexible Dust Collector Ever

To ensure a perfect fit into virtually any manufacturing application that generates dust, smoke or fumes, Nederman has now introduced its new L-series, a modular and fully configurable dust collector.

In manufacturing facilities where dust, smoke or fume is generated during the production process, the primary objectives are to create a safe working environment for the workforce whilst achieving low emissions to atmosphere, (Read More)