Tamper-proof screws and fastening elements – now available for all safety components in the item MB Building Kit System
Additional machine safety as per Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Pin hex button head screws make gaining easy access to hazard areas a great deal more difficult. That's why item has now extended or – as in the case of fastenings for security limit switches – completely transformed its portfolio. The need for a special key prevents any dangerous attempts to tamper with fittings while still allowing authorised personnel to carry out any adjustment work required – a distinct advantage over commonly used one-way screws.
The concept of ensuring that customers are able to design their machines in full compliance with all relevant directives and can do so as easily as possible is a key theme across all new item solutions. For example, new protective fence hangers 8/8 and 8/6 allow the 1-man assembly of protective fence panels in full compliance with the Machinery Directive – and captive security bolts are also included. This system is a fully crash-safe steel design that also resists internal and external impact loads.
Captive security fastening bolts for panels and multiblocks and Anti-Loss Washers for all types of screw attachments are further new additions that can help boost machine safety. Moreover, item also has the ideal, innovative solution when it comes to protective covers that do not need to be opened for maintenance purposes – the Quick Multiblock with Non-Removable Pin. Simply press the pin in by hand and it locks securely into place – the fast track to safety!
