Emergency stop module
August 1st 2009 Fortress Interlocks' new
modular Emergency Stop (Estop)
module can simply be
combined with any controls,
switches and/or interlocks of
the eGard range such as
single LEDs, pushbuttons and
key switches. The E-stop can
also be used with AS-i
systems and connection to
an AS-i monitor means that
programming complex
functions can be completed
through a single monitor and
the system cannot be
modified without security
passwords.
eGard is a modular system
that simply clips together and
provides a vast number of
options including the
addition of stop and start
switches, indicator lights or
gate switch modules and
designed to fit straight on to
a standard extruded
aluminium machine
guarding without the need
for additional brackets. Ease
of installation of the modules
and unit, and an internal
network that is selfconfiguring,
provides huge
cost savings to the specifier
on wiring and installations.
All eGard configurations can
be easily connected to PLCs
and mimic panels, or used on
an AS-interface network.
Configuring E-stop
functions in combination
with other safety or control
equipment through just one
connector, says Fortress,
provides a cost effective
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