Future Automation I-LSH safety considerations

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I-LSH INVERTED LIFT SYSTEM HEAVY General Mitigations: • Implement a hold to run/dead man switch operation. INTEGRATION CONSIDERATIONS • Control methods should be located within direct line of site of the mechanism. • Implement password or key switch protected operation. Low Risk - Crushing Cables could be snagged if not properly managed through and around the mechanism, causing damage to the mechanism and electronics. Mitigation Ensure sufficient cable slack is allowed around movement joints to prevent stretching and/ or damage to the cables and/ or mechanism. High Risk - Crushing Crush hazard above the mechanism when mechanism is operating closing. Mitigation Ensure area above the mechanism is kept clear at all times when the mechanism is being used. Top Panel If installing or maintaining the mechanism do so with the mechanism turned off. Low Risk - Crushing Crush hazard between the base panel and the ceiling as the lift closes. Mitigation Install a pressure switch above the base panel to detect any obstructions. A pressure switch can be installed between two timber panels to allow the vertical Low Risk - Crushing movement required for switching. Crush hazard at the cabinet aperture when mechanism is opening. Mitigation The implementation of a box enclosure with tight High Risk - Crushing shadow gaps can help alleviate this risk. Install a Crush hazard if objects are left under the mechanism as the pressure switch around the aperture to detect lift opens. any obstructions. Mitigation Ensure there is sufficient space beneath the base panel to reduce the risk of crushing. Install a light curtain in front and behind the mechanism to create an exclusion zone. Install a Base Panel pressure pad on any solid surfaces below the mechanism if sufficient space cannot be allocated. CONSIDERATIONS SHEET UK +44 (0) 1438 833577 US +1 (603) 742 9181 ISSUE 001 WWW NET . . SHEET 1 FUTUREAUTOMATION