RapidGuard® II

Machine Guarding by Wirecrafters

RapidGuard® II – Lift-Off Machine Guarding System

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Lift-Off Machine Guarding System

RapidGuard® II features a unique lift-off design that allows for the removal of the guards (panels) while the fixing system (hardware) remains attached to the guards (post), in compliance with RIA TR R15.406.

The installation time is 50% faster than most competing products & it can be installed by 1 person due to the Patent Pending T-Slot mounting solution.

System Requirements

ANSI | ISO | OSHA | RIA Standards

RapidGuard® II Key Features

Patent Pending T-Slot Mounting Solution

Threaded Inserts are pre-drilled into the posts.

2″ SQ 14GA posts with
6″ SQ x 1/4″ baseplates.

Safe Distance From a Hazard

Former standard

MESH: 2” SQ OPENING

RapidGuard® II

MESH: 1-1/4” CENTER TO CENTER

RapidGuard Features

  • Standard size panels are 6′-1 1/2″H & 8′ high by 1′ to 5′ wide.
  • Panels install vertically between 6’6-3/4″H & 8′-5 1/4″H Posts (5 1/4” sweep).
  • Fully framed panel adds strength and stability unequaled in the industry.
  • Hinged and slide doors available.
  • Unique lift-off design allows for the removal of guards (panels) while the fixing system (hardware) remains attached to the guards (post), in compliance with RIA TR R15.406
  • 5/16″-18 x 3/4″ tool removable hardware is compliant with ANSI B11.19 and RIA TR R15.406.
  • All hardware including anchors included.
  • Stock powder coat black panels & yellow posts.
  • An integrated lock out plat and pull handle are standard on hinge doors.
  • Safety interlocks available with mounting plates.
  • 13 GA 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ roll formed angle
  • 2″ SQ 14GA posts with 6″ SQ x 1/4″ baseplates

WireCrafters Patent Pending T-Slot Mounting Solution

RapidGuard® II Panels & Posts

Panels are made of 10 gauge welded wire and patterned in a 1 1/4″ SQ (center to center). The mesh is then welded into a 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ 13 gauge roll formed angle. Strong 2″ x 2″ 14 gauge tube posts have threaded inserts pre-drilled into the posts for quick mounting of the panels.

System Heights

  • 6′ – 6 3/4″ (2000.25mm)
  • 8′ – 5 1/4″ (2571.75mm)

Panel Widths

  • 1′ to 5′ in 1′ increments

1′ Wide

2′ Wide

3′ Wide

4′ Wide

5′ Wide

Quick Install

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