Coupling guards
| Coupling guards are an
essential, but often overlooked, piece of equipment created to keep the
user from harm. A typical coupling guard is mounted to the frame of a
pump, which can cause it to be ill-fitting. This is problematic for
sanitary processing facilities because the result is an unsafe,
non-functional guard that may leave the coupling exposed, increasing the
risk of an accident. These guards meet Occupational Safety act (OHSA)
standards, but often don’t deliver top results, especially in regards to
safety. The motor and pump shafts are joined together by the coupling. Inside the coupling guard, the shafts are rotating at an average speed of 350 - 400 rpm. If anybody accidentally touches the coupling while it’s rotating, they could be seriously injured. The importance of coupling guards cannot be overstated. User safety should be at the forefront of design. |
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