Machine Tool Guards and Shields
Radial Arm Drilling and Drill Press Guarding
Radial arm presses designed to shield operators from rotating, crushing, and flying-chip hazards.
Durable press guard protects operators from rotating spindles, pinch points, and debris during radial arm press operations.
Radial arm drilling machines & drill presses are engineered safety enclosures designed to protect operators from rotating spindles, flying chips, and point-of-operation hazards during drilling operations. These guards—commonly used on floor-standing, bench-top, and radial arm drills—feature clear impact-resistant shields, adjustable mounting arms, and durable steel construction to provide full visibility while reducing exposure to entanglement and ejection risks. By helping facilities comply with OSHA 1910.212 machine-guarding requirements, drill press and radial drill guards improve operator safety, reduce injuries, and create a cleaner, more controlled machining environment.
User-Friendly Design
- Adjustable transparent shield maintains full visibility of tooling and workpiece during pressing or drilling cycles.
- Pivoting guard frame swings open for easy bit changes, setup, and cleaning.
- Smooth tool-free adjustment accommodates various tool diameters and press arm positions.
Flexible Mounting Options
- Smooth tool-free adjustment accommodates various tool diameters and press arm positions.
- Adjustable vertical and horizontal slide arms adapt to wide throat clearance and extended press travel.
- Available in head-mount, side-mount, and column-mount styles to suit your machine layout.
Seamless System Integration
- Optional electrical interlock prevents press activation unless the guard is fully closed.
- Compatible with OSHA 1910.212 requirements for rotating and in-running nip hazards.
- Simple wiring into safety relays, contactors, or PLC safety inputs.
Radial Arm Drilling and Drill Press Guarding
Radial arm presses designed to shield operators from rotating, crushing, and flying-chip hazards.
Durable press guard protects operators from rotating spindles, pinch points, and debris during radial arm press operations.
Radial arm drilling machines & drill presses are engineered safety enclosures designed to protect operators from rotating spindles, flying chips, and point-of-operation hazards during drilling operations. These guards—commonly used on floor-standing, bench-top, and radial arm drills—feature clear impact-resistant shields, adjustable mounting arms, and durable steel construction to provide full visibility while reducing exposure to entanglement and ejection risks. By helping facilities comply with OSHA 1910.212 machine-guarding requirements, drill press and radial drill guards improve operator safety, reduce injuries, and create a cleaner, more controlled machining environment.
User-Friendly Design
- Adjustable transparent shield maintains full visibility of tooling and workpiece during pressing or drilling cycles.
- Pivoting guard frame swings open for easy bit changes, setup, and cleaning.
- Smooth tool-free adjustment accommodates various tool diameters and press arm positions.
Flexible Mounting Options
- Smooth tool-free adjustment accommodates various tool diameters and press arm positions.
- Adjustable vertical and horizontal slide arms adapt to wide throat clearance and extended press travel.
- Available in head-mount, side-mount, and column-mount styles to suit your machine layout.
Seamless System Integration
- Optional electrical interlock prevents press activation unless the guard is fully closed.
- Compatible with OSHA 1910.212 requirements for rotating and in-running nip hazards.
- Simple wiring into safety relays, contactors, or PLC safety inputs.
- Assembly consists of:
- Polycarbonate shield with metal frame.
- Adjustable mounting brackets and hardware for press frame or column.
- Installation instructions + optional interlock wiring diagram.
- Note: Safety relays and control-circuit components sold separately.
- Common uses include:
- Woodworking and fabrication radial arm presses.
- Metalworking press operations requiring operator proximity to high-force tooling.
- Retrofit of older presses lacking OEM guarding.
- High-chip or high-impact applications where operator exposure must be controlled.
