Machine Tool Guards and Shields
Manual and CNC Mill Guarding
Heavy-duty bolt-on milling machine guarding built for chip, coolant and operator protection.
CNC-machined aluminum guard for vertical mills; no drilling required; protects against flying chips, coolant and spindle contact.
Manual and CNC Mills & Lathes are durable, adjustable safety enclosures designed to protect operators from flying chips, rotating cutters, and coolant splash during milling operations. Similar to the high-visibility, heavy-duty guards offered by ATS Safety, these solutions feature clear polycarbonate shields, steel framing, and easy-swing or lift-up mechanisms that maintain full visibility while creating a physical barrier around the cutting zone. Manual mill guards help shops meet OSHA 1910.212 machine guarding requirements by reducing exposure to pinch points, entanglement hazards, and projectile risks—making them an essential upgrade for mills in job shops, maintenance departments, and manufacturing facilities looking to improve operator safety and compliance.
User-Friendly Design
- Precision CNC machined billet-aluminum mounting plate ensures fit and durability.
- No drilling required – installs by bolting around the quill feed selector for fast setup.
- Articulating shield arm swings open 180° allowing part change-over and access while maintaining coverage.
Flexible Mounting Options
- Available in multiple bolt-patterns to fit most manual mills (e.g., standard 2.5″ square pattern for Bridgeport style) as well as non-standard machines.
- Optional safety-interlocked version (magnetically actuated switch) for integration with machine power-interlock systems.
- Curved or flat Lexan® polycarbonate shields available (and custom sizes on request) for varied machine footprints and visibility needs.
Seamless System Integration
- Guards designed to align with safety-standards for guarding of rotating parts and flying chips (per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1)).
- Interlocked version ties into machine control logic — guard-open status can inhibit spindle start or require safe-state before access.
- US-manufactured, durable powder-coated safety-orange finish for industrial environments, supporting turnkey machine-guarding solutions.
Manual and CNC Mill Guarding
Heavy-duty bolt-on milling machine guarding built for chip, coolant and operator protection.
CNC-machined aluminum guard for vertical mills; no drilling required; protects against flying chips, coolant and spindle contact.
Manual and CNC Mills & Lathes are durable, adjustable safety enclosures designed to protect operators from flying chips, rotating cutters, and coolant splash during milling operations. Similar to the high-visibility, heavy-duty guards offered by ATS Safety, these solutions feature clear polycarbonate shields, steel framing, and easy-swing or lift-up mechanisms that maintain full visibility while creating a physical barrier around the cutting zone. Manual mill guards help shops meet OSHA 1910.212 machine guarding requirements by reducing exposure to pinch points, entanglement hazards, and projectile risks—making them an essential upgrade for mills in job shops, maintenance departments, and manufacturing facilities looking to improve operator safety and compliance.
User-Friendly Design
- Precision CNC machined billet-aluminum mounting plate ensures fit and durability.
- No drilling required – installs by bolting around the quill feed selector for fast setup.
- Articulating shield arm swings open 180° allowing part change-over and access while maintaining coverage.
Flexible Mounting Options
- Available in multiple bolt-patterns to fit most manual mills (e.g., standard 2.5″ square pattern for Bridgeport style) as well as non-standard machines.
- Optional safety-interlocked version (magnetically actuated switch) for integration with machine power-interlock systems.
- Curved or flat Lexan® polycarbonate shields available (and custom sizes on request) for varied machine footprints and visibility needs.
Seamless System Integration
- Guards designed to align with safety-standards for guarding of rotating parts and flying chips (per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1)).
- Interlocked version ties into machine control logic — guard-open status can inhibit spindle start or require safe-state before access.
- US-manufactured, durable powder-coated safety-orange finish for industrial environments, supporting turnkey machine-guarding solutions.
- Assembly consists of:
- Main guard module: CNC machined billet aluminum mounting plate with articulated arm assembly.
- Polycarbonate shield (standard curved Lexan® shield included; flat or 3-sided upgrade available)
- Fasteners and mounting bolts sufficient for indicated bolt-pattern (e.g., 2.5″ square); no machine drilling required.
- Product documentation: installation instructions, measurement/fit-form sheet, optional wiring diagram for interlocked version.
- Note: Machine power-control, interlock switch wiring (if selected) and safety-controller not included — sold separately.
- Common uses include:
- Manual vertical mills in maintenance or production settings—upgrade to reduce hazard from chips, coolant spray and operator contact.
- Retrofit of legacy milling machines (Bridgeport, Trak, Clausing etc.) where original guards are missing or inadequate.
- Integration into machine-safety projects for shops where protective guarding is part of a broader safety-system (e.g., machine-safety audits, guarding compliance).
- Environments with frequent tool-change, variable-part setups—articulating guard arm offers convenience while maintaining compliance.
