In industrial environments, ensuring the safety of operators during whole-body access is crucial. The Osbourn range, inspired by the inventor of the modern-day door handle, offers a robust solution to prevent unexpected machine start-up. At Proax, we are pleased to offer these ancillary safety devices from Fortress Interlocks. We design them to further improve the safety of your currently installed interlocks, sliding, and hinged guards, as well as light curtains.
The Power of Osbourn
It was named after Osbourn Dorsey, who had invented the door stopper. This epitomizes spirits of innovation in modern safety solutions. These are devices designed to impede unplanned start-up by interlocks and light curtains, keeping operators in the protected spaces free from possible injury or fatality. All the Osborne devices are plated for both easy mounting and proper installation, requiring no extra wiring to make them serviceable and effective in your safety systems.
Why Supplementary Safety Matters
When dealing with equipment that requires whole-body access, the risk of unexpected start-up poses a significant hazard. The positive inhibit features in the Osbourn devices mean that the machine cannot restart until all personnel are outside the safeguarded area. Whether you need to enhance existing interlocks or light curtains, Osbourn provides a simple and effective solution without the need to replace or reprogram your current systems.
Built for Durability and Flexibility
Constructed from stainless steel, the Osbourn range is designed to operate in a wide variety of environments, including those requiring harsh wash-down procedures. These devices are compatible with both sliding and hinged guards and can be customized to suit specific applications. The addition of personnel keys and padlocks provides an extra layer of protection, ensuring that operators are safe before any machinery is restarted.
Specialized Applications of Osbourn Devices
The Osbourn range offers versatile solutions for various safety needs:
Blocking Devices for Guards
The IBL devices are designed to mechanically prevent the guard from closing, ensuring that the interlock safety contacts remain open while operators are inside the safeguarded space. These devices are available for both sliding (IBL-S) and hinged (IBL-H) guards.
Blocking Devices for Light Curtains
The PBL devices interrupt the light curtain beam by rotating a blocking plate, preventing the light curtain from remaking the signal and allowing unexpected start-up. The PBL devices are available in multiple configurations to support installation on different brands of light curtains.
Why Choose Proax?
At Proax, we are committed to providing safety solutions that enhance operational efficiency and protect your workforce. As an authorized distributor of Fortress Interlocks, we offer top-tier products like the Osbourn range, along with the expertise and support needed to integrate them effectively into your safety systems.
The Osbourn Supplementary Safety Devices provide a reliable and straightforward solution to prevent unexpected start-up in your industrial environment. Contact Proax today to learn more about how Osbourn can enhance the safety of your operations.
