Metals Production
The metal production industry involves diverse machinery applications and challenging conditions, from high-temperature transformations to rolling mills and complex processing equipment. Common hazards include exposure to molten metal, heavy-duty machinery, and harsh environments that can lead to corrosion and structural integrity issues. Protecting personnel from these hazards is crucial.
At Fortress, we leverage our extensive expertise in machinery safety and product offerings to design tailored safety solutions, helping leading metal manufacturers meet their specific requirements and protect their personnel with products that can withstand the industry’s demanding conditions.
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Large Area Coverage
Enforce sequences over large distances and in areas where wiring is impractical and visibility is limited.
Metal and Stainless Steel Solutions
Ideal for extreme environments where resistance to high temperatures and corrosion is required.
Networked Solutions
Communicate standard and safety I/O via industrial networks, manage access permissions and prevent unauthorized access.
Fully Configurable Products
Design tailored safety solutions to meet the specific requirements of any application.
Minimise Downtime and Replacements
Robust products built to last for decades, even in the most challenging applications and harshest environments.
Global Reach
With offices around the world and a large network of trusted partners, Fortress offers support globally.
Large Area Coverage
Enforce sequences over large distances and in areas where wiring is impractical and visibility is limited.
Metal and Stainless Steel Solutions
Ideal for extreme environments where resistance to high temperatures and corrosion is required.
Networked Solutions
Communicate standard and safety I/O via industrial networks, manage access permissions and prevent unauthorized access.
Fully Configurable Products
Design tailored safety solutions to meet the specific requirements of any application.
Minimise Downtime and Replacements
Robust products built to last for decades, even in the most challenging applications and harshest environments.
Global Reach
With offices around the world and a large network of trusted partners, Fortress offers support globally.
Get started on your custom solution
Our sales team are on hand to help provide the perfect interlock solution for your industry; or, with our product configurator, you fill in a quick form outlining your specific needs, to generate a custom configuration part number.
Case Study -
Opex
EtherCAT-Enabled Safety Solutions in Warehouse Automation
Fortress offered devices for aisle access and remote safety I/O capability through devices able to communicate over EtherCAT. Three types of units from the amGardpro range were provided, allowing for aisle access, side access, and remote I/O respectively.
Products Used
amGardpro
The Outcome
Tailored ASRS safety with EtherCAT integration—fast to deploy, easy to operate, and built to scale.
Who are Duferco?
Duferco Group are a global leader in steel production, energy,
shipping and innovation.
Case Study - Duferco
Safety Solutions for Duferco's Innovative Rolling Mill
The steel industry heavily relies on high-temperature transformations to achieve the final product. Components are susceptible to corrosion, wear and tear, and structural integrity issues. In addition, the harsh environment poses significant risks, making it challenging to ensure the safety of personnel.
Products Used
mGard, tGard
Partners Involved
LAS Automation & Safety Solutions, Italy
Who are Duferco?
Duferco Group are a global leader in steel production, energy, shipping and innovation.
Case Study -Tata Steel
Twenty Years of Protecting People at Tata Steel Llanwern
Products Used
mGard, amGardpro, FRANK
Company
Tata Steel
Who are Tata Steel?
Tata Steel are a leading global steel manufacturer known for its integrated operations, sustainable practices, and a strong presence in automotive, construction, and infrastructure.
Case Study -Tata Steel
Preventing Unauthorised Access at Tata Steel Llanwern
Products Used
amGardpro, FRANK, PpoNet
Company
Tata Steel
Who are Tata Steel?
Tata Steel are a leading global steel manufacturer known for its integrated operations, sustainable practices, and a strong presence in automotive, construction, and infrastructure.
Recommended Product Range
amGardpro
Pushbutton controls, trapped key options, and network connectivity can be combined into a single unit.
Highly configurable
Reduce replacements and downtime
All the controls in one place
Network connectivity
MA2M6ST401
TA2T6ST401
C6SKL63ST401
TA2T6EKL7ST401
EN2T6EKL2ST401
TA2T6EKL7SL419T03336D7
Recommended Product Range
mGard
Mechanical trapped key interlocks designed to enforce specific key sequences, particularly in applications involving multiple energy sources. Cost-effective, easy to install and maintain, and ideal for areas difficult to reach with cables.
Enforce sequences
Control hazardous energy
Minimise machine downtime
No need for wiring
TR-CLIN-024PU-60-600
TS-CLIN-024PU-60-600
TD-CLIN-024PU-60-600
VS-CLIN-024PU
MSS-1-0-CLIN-A00302-D024PU-EM
MSS-1-0-CLIN-A00302-D024PU-WP
News & Insights
- Event
Webinar Recap: Enhancing Safety in Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
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Our dedicated team of experts are here to help create the right solution for you. They can analyse your industry and specific application needs to offer recommendations on how Fortress products could benefit your setup.
