Trapped key interlocks provide mechanical safety control for machinery, ensuring secure access with coded keys—ideal for harsh and hygienic environments.

A trapped key interlock is a safety device applied to two or more moveable parts, preventing (or allowing) a movement or operation of one part only when another part is locked.

Mar 18, 2024 · Explore how trapped key interlocks can enforce safer access and energy isolation through controlled key exchange in industrial settings.

Trapped key interlock systems are available in push-pull and rotary key styles (with and without solenoid locking). A trapped key system is cost-effective for multiple locks over a large area …

Our range includes bolt and access interlocks, power control and isolation switches, key exchange boxes, timers and motion control sensors. Manufactured of stainless steel the keys …

The basic principle governing captive sequential key interlocking systems is the ability to lock equipment in the desired position allowing removal of the key, which, in turn, can be used to …

What is a trapped key interlock system? The use of interlock systems is a proven method for predominantly mechanical securing of machines and processes. Interlock systems are based …

IDEM’s Skorpion Trapped Key System has been developed to provide extremely robust mechanical coded key safeguarding and interlocking for hazardous machinery and applications.

Based upon the premise that no one key can be in two places at once, key interlock systems can be configured to provide that a predetermined sequence of events takes place or that hazards …

Trapped-key interlocks are widely used to ensure safe access to potentially live or dangerous plant or equipment in an industrial setting. A safe sequence of operations is enabled through …