Source: Process Online

Euchner-USA: Euchner combined safety switch and gate box handle

By combining the Euchner CTP transponder-coded safety switch, mounting it on a sturdy lock plate, combining it with a Euchner MGB multifunctional gate box handle module, Treotham Automation has made a compact safety door protection device. The solution is suitable for wherever a slimline switch housing is advantageous, such as on safety fence corner posts.Concealed mounting holes in the handle module and lock plate protect against tampering. A lockout bar is additionally integrated into the handle module to prevent the plant from starting during maintenance or cleaning work, for example. A simple plug connection reduces wiring work.This system is compatible with all switches from the CTP family. When combined with CTP-Extended, the system offers additional controls and indicators directly in the switch's cover lid. The resulting switch is a slimline safety door protection device with the properties of an MGB.The CTP with handle module achieves category 4/PLe in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1, without additional fault exclusion. It complies with all the requirements of EN ISO 14119. With its high degrees of protection IP67 and IP69K and a locking force of 3900 N, the CTP is suitable for demanding environments.

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Est. Annual Revenue
$25-100M
Est. Employees
100-250
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President & CEO

Mike Ladd

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70/100

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