Transcription of Introduction to rubber processing and safety issues
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Introduction to rubber processing and safety issues This section provides details of the mechanical processes involved in the production of various types of rubber goods. Details are included of the various safety and fire and explosion hazards but there are only brief references made to the health risks. For information on health risks see health and safety topics. The industry uses very powerful machinery with the potential to cause fatal and serious injuries. There are established industry safeguarding standards for two-roll mills, internal mixers and calenders. Many serious accidents take place during repairs or to clear blockages etc.
high standard of maintenance inspection and testing are essential. BS EN 1417 Plastics and rubber machines — Two-roll mills — Safety requirements provides details for the performance criteria for the Lunn bar and braking system. This includes a requirement for automatic roll separation and reversal on operation of the Lunn bar.
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