Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Estop

In a message dated 5/29/2003 11:22:06 AM Mountain Daylight Time,
elson@... writes:

> When doing
> one-off type work on a milling machine or lathe, the operator or
> machinist needs to be
> in the work area constantly to brush chips, change tools, inspect the
> progress, etc.
>

The machine should have an Off switch that will remove power from the areas
that
could move, an EStop should not be used for routine stops, it is the COURT
OF LAST RESORT, and is used in an Emergency to stop everything, to save
equipmentl life and limbs.........

Don't shortcut your self on SAFETY.

bill


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