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Machine Guards

Surround equipment to prevent injury to workers and damage to machines

115 products

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

81 products

Drill Press Guards

Keep fingers and hands protected from drill bits, drill chucks, and flying chips

1 product

Guardrails

Protect pedestrian walkways from vehicles

92 products

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Safety Equipment

Machine Guards

Surround equipment to prevent injury to workers and damage to machines

115 products

Chip Guards

Deflect flying chips while machining to protect people and equipment

57 products

Bearing Guards

Shield bearings from dirt, and protect fingers and tools from moving parts

20 products

Guardrails

Protect pedestrian walkways from vehicles

92 products

Safety Rails

Protect people on platforms, loading docks, and elevated walkways

96 products

Retractable Belt Cassettes

Replace cassettes in retractable belt barriers

26 products

Retractable Belt Barriers

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

106 products

Retractable Belt Receptacles

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

14 products

Retractable Belt Ends

Replace belt ends in retractable belt barriers

4 products

Mezzanine Gates

Protect workers from falls when transferring pallets to elevated work areas

1 product

Bollards

Anchor to the ground or floor to block vehicle access

26 products

Bollard Gates

Slide over bollards to control access to parking lots and dock doors

8 products

Bollard Covers

Slip over bollards to add color and protection from wear

18 products

Safety Gates

Swing closed behind you for easy entrance and exit

53 products

Retractable Gates

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

20 products

Chain Barrier Magnet Mounts

Hang chain between metal surfaces instead of between posts

1 product

Chain Barriers

Hook chain onto posts to restrict access to areas

26 products

Chain Barrier Hooks

Connect two lengths of chain to make longer chain barriers

6 products

Handrails

Grab while using stairs to reduce risk of falls

13 products

Barricades

Panel, rail, cone-mount, barrel, and water-fill barricades

22 products

Fold-Up Railings

Create a temporary barrier around hazards such as open manholes

1 product

Traffic Cones

Alert drivers and pedestrians to hazards, obstructions, and restricted areas

33 products

Parking Gate Arms

Replace arms on motor-powered gates

3 products

Pennants

Call attention to repair, maintenance, and construction work sites with colorful flags

5 products

Barrier Tape

Stretch around hazards and work areas to temporarily restrict access

83 products

Barrier Tape Dispensers

Hold and dispense barrier tape

3 products

Parking Curbs

Designate parking spaces and block drivers from pulling too far into a space

6 products

Chain Barrier Links

Split in half and snap back together to securely connect lengths of chain

6 products

Hot Stick Hand Guards

Create a barrier between your hands and high-voltage areas when operating switches

1 product

Fire Sprinkler Head Guards

Protect fire sprinkler heads from damage and tampering

8 products

Knee Pads

Protect knees from impact or electrical arc flashes

23 products

Smoke Detector Guards

Protect smoke detectors from damage and tampering

1 product

Vests

Keep workers safe in areas with low visibility, flames, heat, and electrical sparks

1 product

Leggings

Protect shins and feet from radiant heat, flames, welding sparks, and molten metal splashes

6 products

Chaps

Shield the front of your legs from cuts, radiant heat, flames, and welding sparks

5 products

Gloves

Shield your hands from cuts, heat, cold, chemical splashes, and electrical and welding sparks

26 products

Arm Sleeves

Protect your arms from cuts, sparks, heat, and chemical splashes

3 products

Elbow Pads

Cushion elbows from bumps and scratches

1 product

Toe and Foot Guards

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

27 products

Protectors for Gloves

Wear over gloves to meet ASTM standards when working on live electrical equipment

10 products

Glove Storage Bags

Store gloves and protect them from damage

14 products

Protective Panels

Stop the spread of illness without blocking communication

19 products

Glove Boxes and Bags

Safely handle hazardous or sensitive materials in an enclosed space

16 products

Puller Protection Blankets

Wrap around gear and bearing pullers, presses, and other moving equipment to block flying debris

3 products

Protective Screens

Set up to protect against dust, weld spatter, heat, and splashing liquid

129 products

Forklift Cab Covers

Shield forklift operators from rain, snow, wind, and dust without blocking their view

4 products

Fall-Arrest Harness Pads

Stay comfortable for long periods by preventing your harness from digging in and chafing

3 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

81 products

Surface Guards

Protect walls and other flat surfaces from impact

96 products

Tubing Guards

Safeguard pipe, tubing, and other round equipment from impact

2 products

Rack Guards

Prevent damage to rack posts caused by bumps from vehicles and equipment

8 products

Column Guards

Prevent damage to columns caused by bumps from vehicles and equipment

14 products

T-Slotted Framing and Fittings

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

2,340 products

Slip-On Framing and Fittings

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

434 products

Bolt-Together Framing and Fittings

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

125 products

Press-Fit Framing and Fittings

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

90 products

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

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

1,654 products

Clamp-On Framing and Fittings

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

247 products

T-Slotted Framing and Fittings

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

2 products

Flush-Fit Framing and Fittings

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

11 products

Connectors for Telescoping Tubes

Lock tubes in place to create adjustable structures, such as folding stands and extension poles

15 products

Weld-Together Framing and Fittings

Permanently join rails and fittings to assemble heavy duty racks, shelving, and work tables

41 products

Locking-Slotted Framing and Fittings

Make platforms, bases, and other structures that stand up to more movement than T-slotted framing

12 products

Door-Track Guards

Protect overhead-door track and dock doors from forklifts and other vehicles

4 products

Security Gates

Barricade areas without sacrificing visibility and airflow

78 products

Lockouts

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

266 products

Push-to-Close Latches

Automatically hold doors shut when you push them closed

9 products

Door Locking Bars

Mount across doorways to protect against forced entry

5 products

Fabricating and Machining

Drill Press Guards

Keep fingers and hands protected from drill bits, drill chucks, and flying chips

1 product

Rotary Tool Safety Guards

Shield yourself from cutoff wheels while using rotary tools

2 products

Rotary Tool Guides

Sharpen, grind, and sand with rotary tools at exact 45° and 90° angles

1 product

Rotary Tool Drywall Cutters

Pair with rotary tools to make controlled cuts in drywall, fiberglass, and laminate

1 product

Rotary Tool Tile Cutters

Attach to rotary tools to make stable, controlled cuts in tile or grout

2 products

Hole Saw Debris Collectors

Catch dust and chips as you cut holes in walls and ceilings

1 product

Circular Saws

Make straight cuts in wood, plastic, and metal on the spot

10 products

Abrasive Blaster Safety Switches

Shut off abrasive blasters if the operator loses control; also known as deadman switches

11 products

Polish

Clean, shine, and protect hard surfaces

2 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Sink Splash Guards

Surround sinks to shield people and equipment from getting wet

9 products

Fencing

Metal chicken wire, plastic fencing, fabric erosion-control fencing, and wood drift fencing

74 products

Fence Post Drivers

Pound fence posts into the ground

1 product

Fence Post Pullers

Extract fence posts from the ground

1 product

Fence Screens

Attach to a fence to obscure the view

12 products

Chain Link Fencing

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

55 products

Fence Posts

Secure and hold up fencing

10 products

Barbed Wire

Deter people from entering a fenced-off area

2 products

Protective Coatings

Shield surfaces from the surrounding environment

155 products

Protective Coating Primers

Prepare metal surfaces for powder coating

2 products

Grab Bars

Steady and support people with limited mobility in bathrooms

36 products

Mirrors

View your reflection or deflect beams from safety barrier switches for a perimeter around machinery

10 products

Power Transmission

Chain and Belt Guards

Hold chains and belts in place while shielding your drive from interference

25 products

Compressed Air Regulator Locks

Lock over your regulator knob to prevent unwanted pressure changes

6 products

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Metal Panels

Close off openings in structures while allowing air to pass through

253 products

Partition Panels

Separate people and workspaces with moveable walls

13 products

Wire Partitions

Create secure storage and work rooms that you can see into

78 products

Stacking Caps and Targets

Turn the ends of posts into stackable shelving and rack systems

6 products

Gas Tank Safety Caps

Protect valves on high-pressure gas tanks without having to remove the regulator

1 product

Gas Tank Safety Collars

Protect valves on acetylene tanks without having to remove the regulator

Graduated Cylinder Bumpers

Slip over your cylinder to prevent it from breaking if tipped

9 products

Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Light Curtains

Immediately cut power to machinery when anything blocks the light beam

44 products

Proximity Sensor Safety Barriers

Safely send power to sensors in volatile areas such as refineries and power plants

2 products

Photoelectric Sensors

Detect objects from longer distances than proximity and ultrasonic sensors

1 product

Safety Switches

Protect people by cutting power to machines when access doors open; also known as interlock switches

59 products

Switch Padding

Trigger an emergency stop when robot arms contact a worker or object

4 products

Safety Relays

Monitor circuits and force machines to a safe stop if the relay detects a fault

60 products

Fuse Block Safety Covers

Prevent accidental shocks when handling fuse blocks and fuses

4 products

Thermal Control Coatings

Give off almost no volatile emissions that could damage sensitive electronics and optics

1 product

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Insulation Fencing

Made of pliable mesh for securing insulation blankets, covers, and jackets

3 products

Exhaust Fan Guards

Protect exhaust fans from debris

15 products

Fan Guards

Shield fans to prevent injury to workers and damage to electronic components

78 products

Thermostat Guards

Restrict access to thermostats and protect them from damage

12 products

Measuring and Inspecting

OSHA/ANSI Safety Gauges

Confirm gaps in bench grinders and machine guards meet OSHA and ANSI safety requirements

3 products

Clock Guards

Protect clocks from damage

3 products

Communication

Sign Holders

Display signs on walls, floors, tables, and other surfaces

3 products

Safety Data Sheet Stations

Give employees access to Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and training booklets to meet OSHA standards

4 products

Reflectors

Mark roads and sign posts so they're easier to see in low-light conditions

27 products

Marking Cones

Designate areas for material identification, inventory control, and pallet staging

6 products

Safety Flags

Alert drivers and workers to potential hazards or objects that are obstructed from view

18 products

Raw Materials

Aluminum

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

47 products

Fastening and Joining

Rivet Tools

Install and remove blind, solid, hollow, and other types of rivets

6 products

Material Handling

Pipe Hangers

Suspend pipe, conduit, and tube from rods, hooks, and straps

11 products

Seismic Bracing Mounts

Bolster threaded-rod hangers and allow pipe systems to sway during earthquakes

4 products

Rope

Tie, bind, and lift objects; lighter weight yet lower capacity than wire rope

54 products

Ladder Safety Gates

Keep both hands free by enclosing the platform on Werner step ladders

1 product

Edge Protectors

Guard box edges and corners from strapping gouges and bumps during shipping

21 products

Scaffold Guardrails

Add a barrier around your scaffold platform to prevent falls

3 products

Scaffold Clamps

Construct scaffolding and secure supports, such as railings

2 products

Forklift Fork Covers

Protect forks and loads from scratches, dents, and other damage

15 products

Seismic Bracing Straps

Keep heavy equipment from tipping during an earthquake with ICC certified straps

4 products

Lighting

Light Guards

Shield light bulbs to prevent them from breaking

21 products

Landscape Lights

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

4 products