Safety Features of Aluminum Dross Briquetting Presses
Mechanical Safeguards
- Heavy-duty steel guards enclose pinch points (compaction chamber, conveyor systems)
- Interlock switches automatically shut down the press if guards are opened
- Compaction ram (300-ton force) with overload protection via pressure sensors
Operational Safety Systems
- Emergency stop buttons at reachable locations
- Two-hand control buttons to initiate compaction cycle
- Light curtains/infrared sensors around feed hopper
Material Handling Protections
- Heat-resistant liners in feed chute
- Anti-clog sensors to detect blockages
- Integrated dust extraction systems with filters
Electrical & Hydraulic Safety
- Insulated wiring and ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs)
- Hydraulic pressure relief valves
- Leak detectors in hydraulic lines
Additional Safety Features & Compliance
- Audible/visual alarms for system warnings
- Automatic lubrication systems
- OSHA (U.S.) compliance
- CE (EU) certification
- Door ajar warnings
- Low oil level alerts
- Fire prevention systems
- Emergency pressure release valves
