| Title |
Safety in the use of hand-and foot-operated presses. |
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| Free Download |
Free pdf copy available  Click Here to view document. |
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| Author |
HSE |
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| Series Code |
EIS |
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| Series Number |
30 |
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| Publisher |
HSE Books |
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| Date of Publication |
1999 |
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| Length |
3 pages |
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| Stock Code |
EIS30 |
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| Price Exc. VAT |
Free |
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| VAT Rate |
0% |
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| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
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| Format |
Paper |
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| Notes |
engineering information sheet: (EIS30) (EIS 30) |
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| Abstract |
Provides guidance on hand and foot presses (also known as fly presses) which are manually powered presses usually fitted with tools for the purpose of forming or cutting metal. They are often used in the production of small components in industries such as spring making, jewellery, ventilation, electrical and light pressings. Contents: Accident history; Legal requirements; Safeguarding requirements; Vee bending tools. |
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| Keywords |
Guidance; Engineering industry; Fixed guards; Closed tools; Restricted stroke device; Interlocking guards; Sweep-away guards; Hand operated presses; Foot operated presses; Accident statistics |
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