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8. If, because of its application, the conveyor must have open housing, then the entire conveyor must be separated from personnel areas by a fence and warning signs posted.
9. Open feed hoppers or spouts for
shovel, front end loaders or other manual or mechanical loading must incorporate a grating. If the characteristics of the material being handled are such that a grating can not be used, then the exposed portion of the
conveyor must be guarded by a fence and warning signs posted.
10. Do not walk or stand on conveyor cover, grating, or power transmission guards.
Electrical Safety Equipment
Emergency stop switches, safety shutoff switches, zero speed switches, overflow and overload devices and other electrical controls are all necessary considerations for a safe conveyor installation. Controls and switches are
usually furnished by conveyor user. Newton Conveyors, Inc. can supply or assist in the selection of these devices. For assistance call 817-558-1722.
Hazardous Materials
Newton Conveyors, Inc. screw conveyors are not designed for use in handling hazardous materials, e.g., explosive, toxic, noxious, flammable, etc..., or for operating in hazardous conditions or locations.
Screw Conveyors are not designed to comply with local, state or federal codes for unfired pressure vessels.
CAUTION
Do not operate screw conveyors before obtaining complete safety
instructions from a competent safety engineer. All conveyors can be dangerous if improperly used. For additional information see the Williams - Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act and the American National
Standard Institute Safety Code.
Warning & Caution Labels
The following are examples of Warning and Caution labels which are affixed to the exterior of all Newton Conveyors, Inc. screw conveyor housings. These labels are always located in numerous prominent and easily seen locations. These labels must be kept clean and visible at all times. Should repainting or any other alteration be required which makes labels unreadable, new labels are available. Call Newton Conveyors for additional requirements.
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