Modular emergency stop
June 1st 2010 A modular Emergency Stop (E-stop)
is the latest addition to Fortress
Interlock's eGard range of access
and control products. The E-stop
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. 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 to provide
options including the addition of
stop and start switches, indicator
lights or gate switch modules and
designed to fit straight on to
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 self-configuring, is reported to
provide 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 provides a cost effective
and aesthetically pleasing safety
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