SAFETY BLOG
Rockford Systems Announces New Website Launch
ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 3, 2023 — Rockford Systems, LLC, a turnkey supplier of machine safeguarding equipment and services, is inviting industrial safety professionals to explore
What to Do if You are Issued an OSHA Citation
The Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for overseeing workplace safety. On the federal level, OSHA conducted 24,333 inspections in
Do Your Machines Have Anti-Restart Protection? Here’s How to Find Out
ROCKFORD, IL, JULY 19, 2022 — In order to meet certain regulations, and as a best safety practice, machinery must be prevented from automatically or
Rockford Systems Sensing-Saf-Start Protects Machine Operators from Accidental Re-starts following Power Interruptions
ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 9, 2022 — Drills, mills, lathes, grinders, saws and other dangerous machinery can abruptly shut down during operation due to an unscheduled
What The Wave of Retiring Machinists Means to Plant Safety
ROCKFORD, IL, MAY 17, 2022 – Within the next decade approximately 2.7 million “Baby Boomers” (b. 1946-1964) will retire, thereby ensuring that tens of thousands
Machine Safeguarding Technology Keep Operators Out of a Pinch
ROCKFORD, IL, APRIL 25, 2022 — Pinching your finger in a door can be painful but certainly not life threatening. Pinch point injuries involving industrial machinery
Do’s and Dont’s of Safely Using Bench Grinders
Statistics indicate half of grinder accidents result from operator error ROCKFORD, IL, APRIL 22, 2022 — Because grinders are commonly used machines in workplaces nationwide, many workers
Do’s and Don’ts of Safely Using Bench Grinders
Statistics indicate half of grinder accidents result from operator error. Because grinders are commonly used machines in workplaces nationwide, many workers become complacent about their
How Rockford Systems Light Curtains Can Brighten Employee Safety in Your Plant
ROCKFORD, IL, APRIL 25, 2022 — At first glance, a simple beam of infrared light would seem ineffective protection against fast-moving, dangerous industrial machinery. After
Rockford Systems Introduces Protector Series Light Curtains with Expanded Features
Reliable detection, advanced safety functions, combined with simplified selection, installation and maintenance ROCKFORD, IL, FEBRUARY 3, 2022 — Rockford Systems, LLC today introduced its new
Protector™ Series Light Curtains with Expanded Features
Reliable detection, advanced safety functions, combined with simplified selection, installation and maintenance ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 25, 2022 — Rockford Systems, LLC today introduced its new Protector Series
Surge in Omicron Variant Cases Underscores Continued Need for COVID-19 Shielding
ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 15, 2021 — The alarming spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant has prompted renewed concern about the pandemic. Early evidence suggests that the
Annual Machine Safeguarding Audit Service
ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 10, 2021 — It is a common misconception that once machine safeguarding equipment has been installed onto industrial machinery, no further work is
A Guide to Innovations in Safety Shields: LED lighting, Design Modularity Heighten Operator Protection
ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 3, 2021 — When a machinist is cutting, drilling, shaping or milling raw materials, there are always inherent risks. Thankfully, proper and up-to-date safeguarding
Machine Guarding Named to OSHA’s Top Ten Violations in 2021
ROCKFORD, IL, NOVEMBER 30, 2021 — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released the top 10 most cited violations for its fiscal year 2021. These
Training Workshop Addresses Combustion System Safety
Hosted by Rockford Combustion Solutions, the two-day seminar is scheduled for November 9-10, 2021 in Rockford, Illinois ROCKFORD, IL, OCTOBER 18 , 2021 — Rockford Combustion Solutions will
Pressure-Sensitive Safety Mats Prevent Employee Injuries: Detects presence of workers around hazardous machines
ROCKFORD, IL, OCTOBER 7, 2021 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, is helping manufactures achieve additional machine safeguarding protection
Rockford Systems Detect-a-Finger® Protects Welder Operators’ Fingers from Injuries
ROCKFORD, IL, SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 — The Rockford Systems RKC-500 Detect-A-Finger® drop-probe device prevents serious injuries to welder operators by halting welding machinery from starting its stroke if
Rockford Systems GermBlock Shields Offer Protection Against Highly Transmissible Delta COVID-19 Variant
ROCKFORD, IL, AUGUST 9, 2021 — Restaurants, businesses and schools are at risk of losing hard-won gains in fighting COVID-19 as the highly transmissible Delta variant
Rockford Systems Ramps Up PROTECTOR™ Series Shields to Capture Growth Opportunities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 21, 2021 — Rockford Systems, LLC, is accelerating investment in its PROTECTOR™ Series Shields, the world’s most innovative
Ten Tips for Safeguarding Your Shop’s Metal Lathes
Operators of lathes are one of the largest machine worker populations in the United States, estimated to account for over 140,000 machinists. Of this population,
OSHA, Happy Golden Anniversary!
The Williams-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act signed into law by President Richard M. Nixon on December 29, 1970 – that measure that created OSHA
Rockford Systems Reopens Machine Safeguarding Seminars to In-Person Learning
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MARCH 26, 2021 – Rockford Systems, LLC. today announced plans to reopen its in-person Machine Safeguarding Seminars following the
Rockford Systems Promotes Matt Brenner to Vice President and General Manager of Machine Safeguarding Business Unit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 19, 2021 — Rockford Systems, LLC. today announced the promotion of Matt Brenner to the position of Vice
Rockford Systems and ISS Safety Announce Strategic Partnership to Serve Machine Safeguarding Customers Globally
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 12, 2021 — Rockford Systems LLC and ISS Safety, LTD. have entered into a strategic partnership that provides
Lack of Machine Guarding Again Named to OSHA’S Top 10 Most Cited Violations List
Every year around this time, the awards season kicks off with the Emmys, Golden Globes and the grand daddy of them all, the Oscars, eagerly
Machine Risk Assessment vs. Safeguarding Assessment? Start 2021 off on the right safety foot.
When it comes to accidents, manufacturing ranks second highest of all industries. That comes despite OSHA regulations and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards. A
Steel Curtains Help Protect Against Flying Debris Ejected from Hydraulic Presses
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, OCTOBER 8, 2020 — The potential for catastrophic injury when operating a hydraulic press is great. Its operation requires
Shield Against Debris
When a machinist is cutting, drilling, shaping or milling raw materials, there are always inherent risks. Thankfully, proper and up-to-date safeguarding equipment drastically minimizes the
New Frameless Cough & Sneeze Shields Fill Need for COVID-19 Mitigation in Reopening Schools and Businesses
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, AUGUST 10, 2020 — — All across America, parents, teachers, administrators and students are getting a first glimpse of
Limiting the Transmission of COVID-19 in Schools with Sneeze Shields
Block the Virus, Not the Learning In the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Considerations for Schools: Operating Schools During COVID-19, the CDC recommends the
Rockford Systems Redefines Metalworking Machine Safeguarding with Launch of PROTECTOR™ Series Shields
New patent-pending machine shields provide highest level of safety on market FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JULY 8, 2020 — Rockford Systems LLC, a
Portable Sneeze Guards Help Communities Reopen Schools Safely and Cost-efficiently
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 25, 2020 — After three months of COVID-19 shutdowns, communities across the country are preparing for the safe
Caster Wheel Kit Adds Mobility to Rockford Systems GermBlock™ Cough and Sneeze Shields
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 1, 2020 — Promoting employee health by creating a COVID-19 safe workplace is the mission of GermBlock™ cough
Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 with Cough and Sneeze Shields
According to the American Lung Association, sneezes and coughs are your body’s way of releasing irritants found in the nose and lungs. In effect, people
Rockford Systems Introduces New Line of Cough and Sneeze Shields for Industrial, Commercial, Clean Room and Retail Applications
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, APRIL 22, 2020 — GermBlock™ shields help protect against the spread of airborne substances The COVID-19 pandemic is causing
Rockford Systems Announces “Engineered To Order” Service to Address Need for Custom Combustion Solutions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MARCH 18, 2020 — Rockford Systems, LLC. announced today the expansion of its capabilities with Engineered To Order (ETO)
How to Get Your Hands on the Right Safety Gloves
Hands are the most used tools in the workplace, making their protection from on-the-job hazards critically important to maintaining employee productivity. Hand dangers are around
Machine risk assessments vs. safeguarding assessments
When it comes to accidents, manufacturing ranks second highest of all industries. That comes despite OSHA regulations and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards. A
Machine Guarding Named on OSHA’s Top Ten Violations in 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 17, 2019 — Recent media reports have put a spotlight on machine shop injuries. A newly released study
New Year is Perfect Time to Inspect Your Fuel Valve Trains
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 6, 2019 — Defective or inadequately maintained fuel valve trains have led to countless boiler and furnace explosions.
Choosing the Right PPE for Machinists
Workplace safety is a growing concern among workers in North America. According to Injury Facts®, preventable workplace deaths totaled 4,414 in 2017 in the U.S.,
Rockford Systems Adds Personal Protection Equipment to Safeguarding Product Line
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, October 22, 2019 — Rockford System today announced the expansion of its industrial safety portfolio with the addition of
Bye-Bye Boomers: What Retiring Machinists Mean to Plant Safety
Within the next decade approximately 2.7 million Baby Boomers (1946-1964) will retire, thereby ensuring that tens of thousands of positions will become available without a
Rockford Systems Showcases Machine Safeguarding and Combustion Safety at NSC Congress & Expo
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, SEPTEMBER 5, 2019 — Rockford Systems, LLC. today announced it will be attending the National Safety Council (NSC) Congress
Rockford Systems Introduces Stallion Quick Ship Program for Valve Safety Trains
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 — Rockford Systems, LLC. today launched its Stallion Quick Ship Program (QSP), a best-in-class fulfillment program
Rockford Systems Hosting 3rd Annual Open House to Celebrate “National Manufacturing Day”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, SEPTEMBER 18, 2019 — Rockford Systems, LLC. will be commemorating National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) on October 4, 2019
New Emergency Response Service Provides Immediate Safeguarding Help to Reduce Unplanned Downtime
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, AUGUST 12, 2019 — To help organizations needing emergency safeguarding support services, Rockford Systems, a premier provider of machine
With New and Improved Features, Rockford Systems’ Detect-A-Finger® Gen II Offers Riveting and Welding Machine Operators Improved Safety
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, AUGUST 1, 2019 — Rockford Systems, a premier provider of machine safeguarding and combustion safety solutions, today launched the
Rockford Systems Launches New Remote Safeguarding Assessment Service
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JULY 9, 2019 — Rockford Systems, a premier provider of machine safeguarding and combustion safety solutions, today announced the
Rockford Systems Launches Press Safety Inspection Service
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 7, 2019 — Rockford Systems, a premier provider of machine safeguarding and combustion safety solutions, today announced the
Minimize Conveyor Injury Risks with Safeguarding
While conveyor belts are integral facets of the distribution process and most warehouses could not function without them, they also pose the potential to cause
The good old days? Not for machine operators.
History of U.S. Machine Safeguarding When manufacturing moved from small shops to factories during the Industrial Revolution, inexperienced, often very young workers were confronted with
SAFETY 2019 is Stage for Unveiling Combustion Safety Solutions by Rockford Systems
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MAY 6, 2019 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of industrial safety solutions, is launching at the SAFETY
Valve Safety Trains Require Regular Inspections, Maintenance and Training
Thermal processes are used to alter the physical, and sometimes chemical, properties of a material or coating. Two common examples of thermal processing would be
Rockford Systems Forms New Combustion Safety Division, Featuring Best-In-Class Valve Safety Train Delivery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, APRIL 1, 2019 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding solutions, today announced that it has
Rockford Systems Lifts Curtain on Newly Expanded Training Center for Machine Safety Training
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MARCH 8, 2019 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, is celebrating the
Evaluating the Machine Guarding ROI
Insurance studies indicate machine safeguarding provides an excellent opportunity for businesses to reduce bottom-line operating costs by eliminating both the direct and indirect costs of
Rockford Systems Announces 2019 Seminar Schedule
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 7, 2019 — The new year is a time to think about how to make your plant floor
New Ejection Curtain Protects Hydraulic Press Operators Against Dangerous, High-Velocity Debris
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 26, 2018 — The amount of pressure exerted by a typical hydraulic press can exceed 3000 PSI. Because
Reduce Life-Threatening Lathe Injuries with New Sanding Belt Holder from Rockford Systems
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 18, 2018 — The lack of effective protection on industrial machines is a leading safety concern, ranking among
Here’s the Number One New Year’s Resolution for Plant Managers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, DECEMBER 11, 2018 — Make 2019 a safer year with a machine safeguarding assessment Along with singing Auld Lang
Safeguarding Press Brakes without Sacrificing Productivity
Technology advances can keep the operator safe and the press brake running. Even though the U.S. has some very strict machine guarding regulations, the U.S.
Rockford Systems Receives National Safety Council Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, OCTOBER 23, 2018 — The National Safety Council (NSC) last night presented its prestigious “2018 Community Advancement Award” to
Rockford Systems Announces Headquarters Relocation to Accommodate Rapid Growth and Expansion Plans
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, OCTOBER 18, 2018 — To accommodate rapid growth and future expansion, Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine
Rockford Systems Returns to FABTECH with Broadened Portfolio of Advanced Machine Safeguarding Solutions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, OCTOBER 30, 2018 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products, educational services and industrial safety
Rockford Systems Takes Center Stage at National Safety Council Congress & Expo in Houston
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, SEPTEMBER 18, 2018 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, announced today that
IP69K Modular eStop Safety System for Wash-Down Areas
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, AUGUST 20, 2018 — Rockford Systems Introduces IP69K Modular eStop Safety System for Wash-Down Areas Protects Machine Operators in
Ten Most Reported Worker’s Compensation Injuries
Last year in America 2.9 million employees (U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics) suffered a workplace injury from which they never recover, at a cost to
Pressure-Sensitive Safety Mats Help Manufacturers Realize Additional Operator Protection
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 26, 2018 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, is helping manufactures
Avoiding Pinch-Point Injuries on Riveters and Welders
Pinching your finger in a door can be painful but certainly not life threatening. Pinch-point injuries involving industrial machinery are another story, one that rarely
Webinar Details Advantages of New Soft Touch Pinch-Point Safety System
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 7, 2018 — Inventor Roger Hirsch to Explain How Soft Touch Prevents Riveter and Welder Injuries Spot welder
Rockford Systems Announces Partnership with Unitrol Electronics to Distribute Soft Touch Pinch-Point Safety System
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JUNE 1, 2018 – Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, today announced a
Work Safety Topics
Did you know that June is National Safety Month? Rockford Systems has partnered with the National Safety Council to promote safety to our valued customers!
Rockford Systems to Announce Partnership with Unitrol Electronics at Safety 2018 Exposition
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MAY 25, 2018 – Rockford Systems, LLC, a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, will demonstrate a
Safety on Sale: Rockford Systems Discounts OSHA Training Classes Fifty Percent Until July 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MAY 14, 2018 — Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, is making it
Learn the Basics of Machine Safeguarding Standards by Attending Rockford Systems Webinar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MAY 7, 2018 – Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, will be hosting
Rockford Systems Will Attend Minnesota Safety & Health Conference
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MAY 3, 2018 – Rockford Systems, LLC., a premier provider of machine safeguarding products and services, will be attending
Foot Pedal Switch for Smaller Machinery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, APRIL 27, 2018 – Rockford Systems announced a cost-effective alternative to expensive, oversized foot pedal switches. The new CTD088
Five Key Machine Safeguarding Trends for 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MARCH 5, 2018 – Rockford Systems has highlighted five machine safeguarding trends that will be strategic for fabricators and
Press Brake and Power Press Safety Webinar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, MARCH 1, 2018 – In the face of global competition, fabricators are looking for new ways to lower per-piece
SAFETY IN NUMBERS: Stop Time Measurements
Stop-Time Measurements Keep Safeguarding Equipment in Peak Performance We’ve all heard the phrase “what a difference a day makes,” yet when it comes to industrial
Safety Controls Engineer
Rockford Systems provides machine safeguarding and combustion safety solutions to industrial organizations, helping them reduce risk and improve worker safety. If OUR CULTURE seems like
I, COBOT
I, COBOT: The Rise of Industrial Robotics and the Need for Employee Safeguarding In general, OSHA’s view on robot safety is that if the employer
Live 30-Minute Mini-Webinar Focusing on Human-Robot Safety
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 11, 2018 – Skyrocketing demand for automation has dramatically increased the number of robots deployed by industry to
Training Program Expanded with Addition of OSHA-Authorized Safety Courses
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 15, 2018 – Training Program: Rockford Systems, LLC. announced today an expansion of its machine safeguarding training curriculum
Live 30-Minute Mini-Webinar Addressing Metal Lathes and Grinder Safety
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 4, 2018 – Metal lathe machines and grinders are two of the most dangerous types of industrial tools
Appointment of New Vice President of Finance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – ROCKFORD, IL, JANUARY 2, 2018 – Rockford Systems, LLC today announced the appointment of Bill Holliday as the company’s Vice President
Rockford Systems Announces 2018 Seminar Schedule for Industrial Machine Safeguarding
Lock in 2017 pricing by registering before January 1st. As a leading authority on machine safeguarding, Rockford Systems, LLC returns in 2018 with a comprehensive
Press Brake Safeguarding To Prevent Injuries
Including In-Depth Analysis of Light Curtains vs. Laser AOPD Press brakes are unforgiving machines and a common source of workplace amputations of hands, fingers and
Inspiring Future Manufacturing Engineers
Future Manufacturing Engineers – In a continuing effort to foster student interest in manufacturing and engineering, Rockford Systems, LLC announced today that it is sponsoring
Upgraded Encoder-Based Safety Control System
Combating Hydraulic Press and Press Brake Injuries with Upgraded Encoder-Based Safety Control System According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 49 percent of
Rockford Systems Redesigns Website with More Powerful Product Navigation Tools
Customers Can Now Search by Machine Type Rockford Systems, LLC. today launched a new and improved version of its popular website, www.rockfordsystems.com, offering clearer navigation
Rockford Systems to Attend National Safety Council Congress & Expo
Harnessing the power of advanced technology to improve the safety of industrial machine operations, Rockford Systems, LLC today announced that “Compliant Safeguarding Solutions” will be
Sensing-Saf-Start® Protects Machine Operators from Accidental Re-Starts following Power Interruptions
Anti-Restart Protection Required by Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Drills, mills, lathes, grinders, saws and other 120V machinery can abruptly shut down during operation
Rockford Systems Announces Live Webinar on the Newest Tech Breakthroughs in Safeguarding Press Brakes
Free “Laser Curtains vs. Laser Active Opto-Electronic Protective Devices (AOPD) webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, October 17, 2017 10-11 am CT. Rockford Systems, LLC., a
Customer Service Representatives
Rockford Systems provides machine safeguarding and combustion safety solutions to industrial organizations, helping them reduce risk and improve worker safety. If OUR CULTURE seems like
Safeguarding Press Brakes: Light Curtains vs. Laser AOPD
This webinar will provide a discussion of the pro’s and con’s of light curtains versus laser AOPD products for safeguarding press brakes, including a discussion
Lead Installation Technician
Rockford Systems, a leader in machine safeguarding and combustion safety, is hiring a Lead Installation Technician to join our growing team. This is an exciting
Rockford Systems and The Master Lock Company Form Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Machine Safety Adoption in Manufacturing Facilities
Rockford Systems LLC and The Master Lock Company today announced a new joint initiative designed to accelerate the adoption of safety technologies throughout the North
