As highlighted by Market Prospects in their article, “Stamping (Shearing) Machinery Safety Technology,” safety in stamping operations is essential due to the inherent risks of using high-powered presses and molds. With various hazards including equipment malfunctions, mold issues, and mechanical failures, understanding and implementing protective measures is critical.
Key Safety Risks in Stamping Operations:
- Equipment Structure Hazards: Some presses use rigid clutches that complete a full cycle once engaged, posing a risk if an operator’s hand is in the mold during the cycle.
- Out-of-Control Device Movements: Stamping equipment can experience wear, deformation, and breakage, leading to dangerous unintentional movements.
- Switch Failures and Mold Hazards: Switch malfunctions can occur due to various factors, and mold defects increase the risk of accidents by releasing energy unsafely.
Protective Measures in Stamping Operations:
- Safety Tools: Operators are encouraged to use tools such as elastic clamps, suction cups, or chucks to handle materials safely, reducing the need to reach near hazardous areas.
- Mold Work Area Protection: Implementing protective covers, mechanical feeding mechanisms, and reducing manual contact with molds enhances operator safety.
- Safety Devices: Different safety devices include:
- Mechanical Protection Devices: These use levers or pulleys to pull the operator’s hands away from the die area.
- Two-Handed Button Controls: Requiring both hands to initiate the press helps prevent accidental engagement.
- Photoelectric Guards: A photoelectric barrier detects hand movements near the die and stops the press to prevent injury.
Automation in Stamping: Mechanization and automation are highly recommended to reduce manual handling of materials during feeding, setting, and cleaning, minimizing exposure to potential hazards.
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