| Title |
Safety at thermoforming machines. |
| Free Download |
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| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
PPS |
| Series Number |
6 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
1999 |
| Length |
4 pages |
| Stock Code |
PPS6 |
| Notes |
leaflet. plastics processing information sheet 6. (PPS6) (PPS 6) this sheet should be read in conjunction with PPS3 (PPS 3) NO HARD COPIES AVAILABLE. WEB VERSION ONLY. |
| Abstract |
This information sheet describes the causes of accidents at thermoforming machines and details safeguarding standards, inspection checklists and safety precautions for use during setting. Contents: Introduction; Accident history; Causes of accidents; Guarding standards for production; Safety checks; Operational checks; Maintenance checks; Guidance on setting procedures; Further reading; Further information. |
| Keywords |
Guidance; Plastics industry; Accident statistics; Drape table; Mould; Guillotine; Trimming knife; Clamp; Stacker mechanism; Feeding mechanism; Heater unit; Take-off conveyor; Heater bank; Material feed; Hot surfaces; Stacking unit |