Fortress Safety adds IO-Link Safety to tGard interlocks
Fortress Safety introduced IO-Link Safety compatibility for its configurable tGard machine-access and control range.
Evidence notes
- The integration connects interlocks and operator controls to IO-Link Safety masters through a five-pin M12 connection.
- Networked diagnostics support device monitoring, predictive maintenance and automatic restoration of replacement-device configuration.
- Fortress received conformance and functional-safety certification from TUV SUD for the IO-Link Safety device.
Company context
Fortress Safety develops machinery-access and interlocking systems that protect people working around hazardous automation. Founded in 1977 and now part of Halma, the UK company combines mechanical trapped-key products, electronic guard locking, configurable access control and networked safety management. Its systems are deployed across robotic cells, warehouses, manufacturing lines and heavy industrial sites.