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Safety Equipment

Safety Rails

Protect people on platforms, loading docks, and elevated walkways

Retractable Gates

Retractable Gates

Prevent access to an area and then collapse for easy transport and storage

Retractable Belt Barriers

Retractable Belt Barriers

Stretch belts between walls, racks, posts, and cones to restrict access to areas

Retractable Belt Receptacles

Retractable Belt Receptacles

Create an end point for retractable belts with posts or wall receptacles

Chip Guards

Deflect flying chips while machining to protect people and equipment

Toe and Foot Guards

Toe and Foot Guards

Slip over shoes or boots to shield feet and toes from impact

Face Shields

Protect your face from dirt, chemical splashes, and electrical and welding sparks

Curtains

Pull shut to protect against dust, weld spatter, heat, and splashing liquid

Building and Machinery Hardware

Door Barricades

Door Barricades

Stop intruders from opening doors in your facility during emergency lockdowns

Door Holders

Mount to doors, walls, or floors to keep doors open

T-Slotted Framing and Fittings

T-Slotted Framing and Fittings

The most versatile system, attach fittings along the continuous slots to build virtually anything

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

Fasten through equally spaced holes to build and adjust guards, tables, and racks

Slip-On Framing and Fittings

Slip-On Framing and Fittings

Insert rails into fittings and tighten screws to make guards, railings, and racks

Press-Fit Framing and Fittings

Press-Fit Framing and Fittings

Set up temporary partitions, guards, and displays using only a hammer

Flush-Fit Framing and Fittings

Flush-Fit Framing and Fittings

Create smooth stair and platform railings by sliding fittings into rails and tightening the screws

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Secure fittings in the U-shaped channel to route conduit and pipe or build other structures

Clamp-On Framing and Fittings

Clamp-On Framing and Fittings

Two-piece fittings let you modify assembly stations, conveyors, and racks without dismantling them

Locking-Slotted Framing Brackets

Locking-Slotted Framing Brackets

Connect locking-slotted rails and reinforce joints to build strong platforms and machine bases

Weld-Together Framing Rails

Weld-Together Framing Rails

Permanently join with connectors to assemble heavy duty racks, shelving, and work tables

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

Surface Guards

Protect walls and other flat surfaces from impact

Edge Trim

Install on panels, boards, signs, and mirrors to protect edges from impact

Panel Connecting Trim

Panel Connecting Trim

Connect two panels while protecting the edges from damage

Door Kick Plates

Door Kick Plates

Protect door bases from foot traffic and equipment; also known as armor and mop plates

Wall Bases

Protect the bottom of walls from foot traffic and impact

Door Edge Plates

Door Edge Plates

Reinforce door edges to guard them against damage from foot traffic and equipment

Grommets

Protect wire, cable, and cords from holes with sharp or rough edges

Door Stops

Keep doors from slamming into and damaging walls

Door Drip Guards

Door Drip Guards

Divert rain and snow away from door openings

Threshold Ramps

Threshold Ramps

Create a gradual incline between uneven floor surfaces for wheelchairs and other wheeled equipment

Thresholds

Transition between flooring surfaces and reduce gaps between doors and floors

Bellows

Prevent dust and debris from damaging moving parts

Strip Doors

Keep hot or cold air in and dust and debris out while allowing people to move through doorways

Floor Plates

Add permanent slip resistance to floors, ramps, stairs, and docks

Teach Pendant Holders

Teach Pendant Holders

Store teach pendants conveniently near robots but out of harm’s way

Protective Caps

Protective Caps

Protect just about anything, including pipe, flanges, screws, and posts

Brackets

Connect surfaces in an assembly

Protective Plugs

Protective Plugs

Insert into holes in pipe, containers, panels, and parts to keep out debris

Lockouts

Ensure that machines stay turned off to prevent accidents during maintenance work

Door Handle and Knob Guards

Door Handle and Knob Guards

Prevent unauthorized entry by blocking access to the knob

Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Outlet Box Covers

Outlet Box Covers

Enclose wiring for outlets and switches or block off unused components

Electrical Enclosure Vents

Electrical Enclosure Vents

Attach to sealed enclosures so air can flow to equalize temperature and pressure

Electrical Enclosure Positioning Arms

Electrical Enclosure Positioning Arms

Hang your human-machine interface and swivel it around to save floor space and access equipment

Outlet Boxes

House electrical components such as on-off switches, receptacles, and dimmer knobs

Electrical Enclosures

Electrical Enclosures

House and protect power supplies, control panels, and other electrical equipment

Outlet Box Extenders

Outlet Box Extenders

Add depth to an outlet box when there’s not enough space for components

Cable Ramps

Protect cable and cords in areas with pedestrian and equipment traffic

Cord Grips

Securely connect cords to enclosures while sealing out dirt and moisture

Wire Sleeving

Bundle wiring and protect from abrasion and heat

Cable Trays and Fittings

Cable Trays and Fittings

Organize and route bundles of cable and hose while keeping them accessible anywhere along the run

Terminal Blocks

Terminal Blocks

Create tidy rows of wire connections that you can identify, test, and adjust on the spot

Safety Light Curtains

Safety Light Curtains

Immediately cut power to machinery when anything blocks the light beam

Single-Board Computer Enclosures

Single-Board Computer Enclosures

Protect your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or other board from dust and impact

Circuit Board Enclosures

Circuit Board Enclosures

Hold circuit boards to protect them from dust, liquids, or overheating

Conductive Tape

Conductive Tape

Shield cables and electronic components from electromagnetic interference (EMI)

Wall Plates

Cover switches and outlets for a finished look or to close them off when not in use

Metric Circular Connector Caps

Metric Circular Connector Caps

Keep metric circular connectors safe when they're not in use

Mil. Spec. Connector Caps

Mil. Spec. Connector Caps

Protect Mil. Spec. connectors when they're not in use

Mini Connector Caps

Mini Connector Caps

Shield mini connectors when they're not in use

Battery Holders

Battery Holders

Create an electrical connection between batteries and contacts to power equipment

Circuit Breaker Boxes

Circuit Breaker Boxes

Hold a series of circuit breakers in line; also known as load centers

Fluid Handling

Manifolds

Distribute air or fluid to multiple places from a single source; also called headers

Hose Fittings

Create threaded, barbed, quick-disconnect, and other types of connections between lengths of hose

Equipment-Cooling Fan Guards

Equipment-Cooling Fan Guards

Protect fingers, cables, and debris from coming into contact with moving fan blades

Equipment-Cooling Fans

Equipment-Cooling Fans

Keep electronics and other heat-sensitive equipment cool

Filter Mesh

Strain particles out of various substances

Perforated Sheets

Perforated Sheets

Filter, sort, separate, and strain liquid or dry material

Magnetic Filters

Magnetic Filters

Pull metal and other magnetic contaminants out of lines

Expansion Plugs

Expansion Plugs

Seal pipe and tubing lines when checking for leaks

Vacuum Test Gauges

Vacuum Test Gauges

Verify that equipment is taking accurate vacuum measurements

Pressure Test Gauges

Pressure Test Gauges

Check and calibrate pressure gauges, transmitters, and equipment to maintain accuracy

Material Handling

Conveyor Brush Holders

Conveyor Brush Holders

Mount conveyor brushes at point of use

Conveyors

Roller, skate wheel, ball transfer, belt, and vacuum conveyors

Conveyor Guides

Conveyor Guides

Direct and position items on conveyors while keeping them from falling off

Conveyor Accessory Mounts

Conveyor Accessory Mounts

Position guides or sensors to the exact spot needed for your conveyor

Conveyor Guide Cross Blocks

Conveyor Guide Cross Blocks

Join conveyor guide mounting rods at different angles

Conveyor Guide Mounting Rods

Conveyor Guide Mounting Rods

Secure guides and other attachments to conveyors

Ladder Stabilizers

Ladder Stabilizers

Support ladders at a comfortable distance from walls and structures

Scaffolds

Take on elevated projects that most work platforms aren’t tall and large enough to reach

Ladder Feet

Replace ladder feet or add a nonslip surface to the legs of rolling ladders

Dock Door Shelters

Dock Door Shelters

Wrap around trailers where they meet dock doors to shield out the elements better than seals

Box Clips

Keep cardboard box flaps folded down and out of the way while packing

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Partition Panels

Partition Panels

Separate people and workspaces with moveable walls

Metal Panels

Close off openings in structures while allowing air to pass through

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Insect Screening

Insect Screening

Keep bugs out without blocking airflow

Chain Link Fencing

Chain Link Fencing

Everything you need to build or repair a chain link fence, from posts to gates

Protective Coatings

Protective Coatings

Shield surfaces from the surrounding environment

Measuring and Inspecting

Load Cell Junction Boxes

Load Cell Junction Boxes

Join multiple load cells to combine their weight measurements

Rulers

Horizontal, vertical, circumference, center-finding, and pica rulers

Stroboscopes

Shine a bright flashing light at moving belts and pulleys to measure speed and detect wear

Fabricating and Machining

Fixture Plate Plugs

Fixture Plate Plugs

Keep chips and shavings from clogging or damaging unused holes on fixture plates in milling machines

Raw Materials

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

Fabric

Use to cover, clean, and insulate objects

Fastening and Joining

Standoff Caps

Create a finished look on standoffs and protect them from dirt and debris

Weld-Backing Tape

Weld-Backing Tape

Stick to the back of welding seams to contain spatter and prevent gases from weakening the weld

Masking Tape

Temporarily join or protect surfaces

Lighting

Light Lenses

Reduce glare from light bulbs and protect them from damage

Door Drip Guard Lights

Door Drip Guard Lights

Light up your doorway while diverting rain and snow away from it

Landscape Lights

Landscape Lights

A directed beam of light illuminates paths, signs, flags, and landscape elements

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Heat Barriers

Protect equipment and surfaces from damage caused by nearby heat sources

HVAC Tape

Seal and patch insulation and duct

Communication

Flagpole Accessories

Flagpole Accessories

Add or replace flagpole components like pulleys, rope cleats, ornaments, and base collars

The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog. Pedestal (35" Ht. x 4" Wd. x 4" Dp.)