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Two-Hand Control Safety Systems

(20 minutes)

Introduction (3 p.)
THC Basics (13 p.)
Functional Principles (9 p.)
Hand Controls (8 p.)
THC Safety Modules (6 p.)
Applications (8 p.)
Conclusion (2 p.)

Learn about a popular means for machine cycle initiation and for safeguarding the operator's hands.

Two-Hand Control Safety Systems > Hand Controls
Topic Intro
Two-hand control safety systems have two basic elements: the hand controls, and the control logic contained in the monitoring control module.

The hand controls protect the operator by requiring a deliberate operator action to start the machine. The operator must keep his or her hand on the actuator to start or keep the machine operating.

In this topic, you will learn about:

Topic Intro

 
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