Upgrades added to automated barrier panel

Rite-Hite Machine Guarding has reintroduced its Vertiguard automated barrier panel with several new upgrades. The bottom-up pneumatic panel provides physical separation between machine operators and manufacturing processes. It is suitable for small interaction points with single or double robotic cells, part assembly, and conveyor openings.

The panel offers a compact footprint and protects workers from application-driven hazards. The pneumatically operated, vertically rising system also allows for overhead crane loading. In addition, the low-profile design helps prevent back injuries, since it requires minimal reach-in to load parts.

The standard size has been increased to 110 by 96 in. (from 72 by 86 in.) Other upgrades include improved finger guard, new brand cylinder and flange mount with center support, improved sliding panel design, improved interlock switch brackets and additional switch options, and galvanized steel back panel and cylinder cover.