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10:30a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Pressroom Safety and Performance
Installation Technology
to Improve the Performance of Metalforming Presses
This presentation will explore the relationship between installation meth- ods and their effects on machine pro- ductivity and the surrounding envi- ronment, using technical illustrations and case studies. The characteristics of a wide variety of isolators and mounting systems will be covered including elastomeric (rubber) and steel-coil spring systems.
Keith Leatherwood, Vibro/Dynamics Corp.
OSHA 1910.147—Control of Hazardous Energy, Risk Assessment and Alternative Control Measures in Stamping Applications
Providing a risk assessment allows employers to meet the requirements of OSHA’s “general duty” clause (5A1 of the act), which requires employers to keep the workplace “free from recog- nized hazards.” This presentation will provide guidance on the process and steps for performing a risk assessment for the overall safety of stamping machines, and to assist in the applica- tion of OSHA 1910.147 control of haz- ardous energy. Also explained are the additional benefits to be gained as a result of upgrading production equip- ment for use with alternative control measures as they apply to the control of hazardous energy.
Ted Sberna, White Horse Safety
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Eddy-Current vs. Variable-Frequency Drives
Eddy-current and variable-fre- quency drives have been employed for many years to provide variable speed control for machines. This session focuses on applications for mechanical metal-stamping/metalforming presses, and argues that eddy-current drive technology best serves applications for presses.
David H. Stroner, DSI Dynamatic
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