Provides a means of escape
February 1st 2009 Fortress Interlocks has
developed the AutoLokP
(power to lock) solenoid
interlock to provide a means
of escape from potentially
dangerous areas such as
robot cells, cold stores and
warehouse bays.
The AutoLokP internal
release option can be used to
unlock the door from inside a
guarded area should an
operative become trapped. It
is activated by pushing the
button on the rear of the unit
until the tongue is released
from the actuator head and
the door can be opened.
The AutoLokP solenoid is
continuously energised but
when the power is cut, the
actuator is released. A system
like this is appropriate for
applications where an
element must be locked in a
pre-determined position,
such as access to the cabin of
a gantry crane.
AutoLokP features a
robust, stainless steel slide
bar with an actuator at the
head that can be used on
both hinged and sliding
doors. The slide bar design
ensures the power cannot be
turned on simply by
slamming the door behind
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