Pinch Points - Aerotech ANT130L Series Hardware Manual

ANT130L Hardware Manual

Pinch Points

A pinch point is a mechanical hazard that can occur when there are exposed parts of the stage or
system that can move. For example, the travel of a stage tabletop could expose the user to a pinch
point between the tabletop and the stage housing. The images that follow will show you typical
external and internal pinch point locations.
DANGER: Mechanical Hazard!
System travel can cause crush, shear, or pinch injuries.
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Only trained operators should operate this equipment.
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Do not put yourself in the travel path of machinery.
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Restrict access to all motor and stage parts
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Motors are capable of very high speeds and acceleration rates.
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Figure 1: Typical Pinch Point Locations
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when the system moves under power (during normal operation, for example).
when the system is moved manually (during the installation process or when you
do maintenance, for example).
Pinch Points
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