Machine Safeguarding

Machine Safeguarding Turnkey Solutions for Workplace Safety & Compliance

Rockford Systems provides full-service machine safeguarding solutions—from risk assessments to custom-engineered systems, expert installation, and ongoing compliance support—ensuring safer workplaces and regulatory adherence.

A Strategic Approach to Machine Safeguarding

Rockford Systems’ Machine Safety Turnkey Solutions provide a strategic, tailored approach to managing safeguarding needs. We start by understanding your organization’s unique challenges, then develop customized solutions to help you meet and exceed safety goals. With over 50 years of expertise, we are a trusted leader in workplace safety, delivering proven solutions that reduce risk and enhance compliance.

Expert Training and Innovative Safeguarding Products for a Safer Workplace


Rockford Systems offers expert-led training programs, workshops, and seminars to educate teams on machine safeguarding best practices, OSHA and ANSI compliance, and risk reduction strategies. Our tailored training empowers employees to create a safer, more compliant workplace.

Choose from a wide range of machine safeguarding products—shields, barriers, presence-sensing devices, and advanced control systems—all designed to meet OSHA and ANSI standards. These solutions help create safer work environments, minimize risk, and support regulatory compliance across your operations.

The Critical Need for Machine Safeguarding


Each year, 18,000 workers suffer machine-related injuries like amputations, lacerations and crushing due to inadequate safeguarding measures.
OSHA issued $12.4M in fines for Machine Guarding violations, a top 10 citation, causing costly penalties, downtime, and compliance risks.
Every day, 14 workers lose their lives in U.S. workplace accidents—a tragic statistic that has remained unchanged for over a decade.
Proper safeguarding significantly reduces injury costs by 70%, lowering workplace risks, liability, downtime, and workers’ compensation.

A Trusted Industry Leader in Machine Safeguarding

For over 50 years, Rockford Systems has been the industry’s trusted partner in machine safeguarding, providing expert solutions that protect workers and ensure compliance. Our expertise spans OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA compliance, ensuring our clients meet the highest safety standards.

With a team of safety specialists and engineers, we provide end-to-end solutions—from risk assessments to custom safeguards and professional installation. Fortune 500 companies and manufacturers nationwide trust Rockford Systems to reduce risk, improve safety, and enhance compliance.

Comprehensive Safety Solutions for Any Industry

Rockford Systems provides machine safeguarding solutions tailored to the unique risks and regulations of various industries. From manufacturing to food processing, our expertise ensures compliance and worker protection in high-risk environments.

Manufacturing

Protecting workers from hazardous machinery in metalworking, welding, and fabrication operations

Automotive & Aerospace

Safeguarding production lines, stamping presses, and robotic systems to meet industry safety standards.

Food & Beverage Processing

Reducing risks in food manufacturing with safety solutions for slicers, conveyors, and automated packaging.

Energy & Utilities

Ensuring compliance and safety in power plants, refineries, and utility operations.

Oil & Gas

Protecting workers from high-risk equipment in drilling, refining, and processing environments.

Pharmaceutical Packaging

Enhancing workplace safety in precision manufacturing, medical device production, and lab environments.

Logistics & Warehousing

Protecting workers around conveyors, AS/RS systems, pallet wrapping machines, and packaging equipment—such as box erectors and tapers—in fast-paced distribution environments.

Government & Defense

Providing safeguarding solutions for defense contractors, government facilities, and military applications.

Find Safety Solutions for Your Industry

Contact us to learn how Rockford Systems can help your organization reduce risk and improve employee safety.

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FAQs: Machine Safeguarding Turnkey Solutions

From perimeter guarding on robot cells to full press line compliance programs, our turnkey solutions handle everything to do with design, engineering, installation, and training. These are the questions we hear most from facilities ready to move beyond piecemeal fixes. Still have one not answered here? Reach out to our team.

What steps should I take to retrofit aging machinery for modern safeguarding?

Start with a Remote Safeguarding Assessment, then implement engineered guards, devices, interlocks, presence-sensing, and e-stops — with full project delivery coordinated through our services team.
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What is perimeter guarding and when is it appropriate?

StPerimeter guarding isolates larger danger zones — robot cells, press lines, machining centers — using fixed fencing, interlocked access points, and area scanners. For cell layouts, compliance guidance, and implementation support, our team handles it end to end.
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What are the OSHA machine guarding standards I must follow (1910.212 / 1910.217)?

OSHA 1910.212 covers general machine guarding for moving parts; OSHA 1910.217 covers mechanical power presses including point-of-operation protection, control reliability, brake monitors, and inspections. A turnkey solution ensures every requirement is addressed in a single engagement.
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What training should operators and maintenance staff get for machine safeguarding?

Provide role-based training on hazard recognition, correct use and adjustment of guards and devices, and emergency stop/LOTO procedures. Training materials and hands-on validation are built into our turnkey delivery process.
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How often should machine guards and safety devices be inspected and tested?

At minimum: visual checks before each shift, after setup or maintenance, periodic device testing (e.g., quarterly), and an annual professional review. Turnkey solutions include documentation frameworks to keep your program audit-ready.
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