WireCrafters Showcases Complete Machine Guarding Solutions at Automate
From June 22–25, 2026, the WireCrafters team exhibited at Automate 2026 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, joining thousands of manufacturers, system integrators, OEMs, and automation professionals to explore the latest advancements in industrial automation and robotics. As one of North America’s premier automation trade shows, Automate provided the perfect opportunity to showcase WireCrafters’ machine guarding solutions and connect with customers looking to improve workplace safety and productivity.
Throughout the show, our team met with attendees to discuss guarding challenges, answer technical questions, and recommend solutions for a variety of automation applications. Representing WireCrafters at the show were Bill Glenn, Director; Scott Mohr, Midwest Regional Sales Manager; Andy Cartwright, Western Regional Sales Manager; Brandon Tolliver, Southeast Regional Sales Manager; Rich Horn, President; Aaron Eubank, Vice President of Sales & Marketing; and David Fishburn, Director of Marketing.
Machine Guarding Solutions on Display
Visitors to the WireCrafters booth had the opportunity to see several of our newest and most popular machine guarding products firsthand. Designed for flexibility, durability, and straightforward installation, these solutions help manufacturers protect employees while maintaining efficient production.
Featured products included:
- 16 Gauge Solid Sheet Metal Panels for applications requiring increased privacy and debris containment.
- Tinted Polycarbonate Panels with Etching for enhanced visibility, reduced glare, and a professional appearance.
- Clear Polycarbonate Panels with Etching that provide unobstructed visibility without sacrificing protection.
- RapidGuard® II Panels are engineered for quick installation and long-term durability.
- Panel Splice Kit for creating seamless panel extensions.
- Panel Cutdown Kit that allows installers to modify panels quickly in the field.
- GuardLock and other interlock options that help maintain safe access control around automated equipment.
- Cable Tray Supports for clean, organized cable management.
- RapidSlide Door systems that maximize access while minimizing the space required for door operation.
- Light Curtain Enclosure Posts are designed to integrate safety devices into machine guarding systems.
Together, these products demonstrated how WireCrafters delivers complete, configurable machine guarding systems that can adapt to a wide variety of automated manufacturing environments.
Supporting Safer Automation Projects
Every automation project presents unique guarding requirements. Throughout the week, our team discussed solutions for robotic cells, conveyors, automated assembly lines, and other industrial applications. By working directly with manufacturers, OEMs, and system integrators, we helped attendees identify guarding options that improve safety, simplify installation, and support future equipment changes.
Whether a project requires visibility, debris containment, controlled access, or integrated safety devices, WireCrafters offers solutions designed to meet the demands of modern manufacturing.
See What WireCrafters Can Do
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth during Automate 2026. We enjoyed connecting with both longtime customers and new visitors while discussing the latest advancements in machine guarding.
If you weren’t able to attend the show or would like to learn more about any of the products we exhibited, contact a member of our team. We’ll help you find the right machine guarding solution for your application.
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