The Protech Series 12 Pro-Tech-TOR provides point of operation protection for operators of straight-side and open-back power presses. When used in compliance with OSHA 1910.217 regulations for “Type A” gate guards, installation of the Pro-Tech-TOR is permitted on both full and part revolution presses and the device provides superior operator protection in all modes of operation.

The Pro-Tech-Tor's clear front shield automatically encloses the point of operation on actuation of the press tripping control before allowing engagement of the press clutch. Should the downward closure of the shield be interrupted at any point, tripping of the press will be prevented. The shield remains closed through the duration of the press stroke and rises only when press slide motion has ceased at top stop. If, for any reason, the press should “double trip” or run past top stop in the singlestroke mode, the shield will remain down to guard the point of operation. In continuous mode operations, the gate remains closed during the entire period of press cycling. Protech's Pro-Tech-TOR has been designed for the production environment –– rugged, reliable and rapid.

The Pro-Tech-TOR has excelled in secondary press operations, where profitability is dependent on operator efficiency. Years of trouble-free operation have proven the design, and the unique swing-away mounting for ease in press maintenance and set-up has made the Pro-Tech-TOR a favorite in shops where quick tooling changes are mandatory.

The Protech Pressure Sensitive Safety Mat provides the benefit of increased safety without significant productivity decreases. The Safety Mat can be installed so that if a person stands on the mat, the associated machine will instantly stop and will not start until the Mat is clear. The Safety Mat is heavy duty, soft molded vinyl and is extremely resistant to wear, oils, grease, and most chemicals.

It comes in a variety of sizes to best serve a company’s needs. Safety Mats may not qualify as point of operation devices on some machine tool applications because of ANSI and OSHA standards on machines such as punch presses and press brakes, but can be used to augment point of operation devices on these machines or used as primary safety devices on other machines. These mats are easily integrated into existing control stop circuits.

Unless the mats have to be removed or heavy vehicular traffic prohibits it, we recommend that aluminum molding be purchased with the mats to insure that they stay in place and dirt or other foreign matter doesn’t build up under them. Incidental heavy traffic is not a problem, we rate these mats at 1000 psi. This means that even an occasional forklift will not affect the performance of the mat (most forklifts have a foot print of about 300 psi).