Pinch Points - Aerotech BLM Series Hardware Manual

Hardware Manual

Pinch Points

A pinch point is a mechanical hazard that can occur when there are exposed parts of the motor,
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 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).
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