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VTL Vertical Turning Lathe Chuck Guard
Fold up configuration guard
Made in USA
If you need technical support in selecting features and design criteria, Odiz Safety has a VTL design questionnaire that you can perform in 10-15 minutes from your phone. When you submit the report, it will be emailed to our sales and technical team to provide you with a robust design and quotation. Simple click the link below and follow the process:
Options
May Extend Leadtime as Scratch Resistant Lexan is special order
You have the option to pick just a switch or a complete control enclosure. This enclosure is designed for integration into the machines START/STOP circuitry.
If you select an RPM Detection interlock system, you may required extended length wiring based on your desired enclosure location.
Not sure where to start? Use our Virtual Design Assistant to assess your machine, or reach out to our team to learn more.
The ODIZ Safety VTL Vertical Turning Lathe Guard – Fold-Up Configuration is a custom-engineered safeguarding solution designed to provide comprehensive operator protection on vertical turning lathes while maximizing accessibility and floor space efficiency. The fold-up design completely encloses the workpiece and chuck area to help prevent access to hazardous rotating components and reduce the risk of entanglement, struck-by, and pinch-point injuries in accordance with OSHA and ANSI safeguarding expectations.
Built to match your machine's specific table diameter, this rugged guarding system features ANSI-approved Lexan® safety panels, an ergonomic fold-up mechanism, leveling-adjustable support posts, and a durable safety-yellow powder-coated finish for long-term performance in demanding industrial environments. Optional side access doors and lateral door extensions allow operators to maintain productivity while preserving protection.
For enhanced safety performance, the guard can be equipped with hard-switch or RFID interlock systems, as well as the ODIZ RPM Detection Interlock System, which monitors table rotation and prevents guard access until the table has come to a complete stop. Additional options include solenoid locking mechanisms, safety-rated controls, integrated E-Stop functionality, task lighting, remote camera systems, and ergonomic matting.
Manufactured in the USA, the ODIZ Fold-Up VTL Guard is an ideal solution for facilities seeking to improve machine safety, achieve regulatory compliance, and protect personnel without sacrificing machine access or operational efficiency.
Ideal Applications: Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs), Bullard VTLs, large-diameter turning centers, heavy manufacturing, aerospace machining, power generation, and industrial fabrication environments.
If you want a custom application, feature, or different design contact us at sales@odiz.com and we'll get you a custom quote.
Lead time is typically 3-4 weeks but could vary based on backlog &/or material availability.
Pricing is based on shipping on your organizations Freight account.
Odiz Safety Custom VTL Guarding with RPM Interlock System
The OSHA/ANSI expectation is that the VTL guard is completely covering the work piece and the VTL chuck. This initiative prevents the operator from reaching under, over, and through, thus prevents the operator from getting pulled into the machine. Additionally, they expect the guard to remain up and locked in place until the table comes to a complete stop. Odiz Safety RPM Interlock System: Odiz Safety RPM Interlock system will have redundant safety sensors that monitor the table RPMs. There will be safety rated PLCs and Relay to integrated into the existing machine circuitry. There will be a safety E-stop integrated into the interlock system. There will also be a Safety Door switch with interlocked locking solenoid.
If you need technical support in selecting features and design criteria, Odiz Safety has a VTL design questionnaire that you can perform in 10-15 minutes from your phone. When you submit the report, it will be emailed to our sales and technical team to provide you with a robust design and quotation. Simple click the link below and follow the process:
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