VTL safety guarding with front shield in the down position
Front view of VTL safety guarding
Front view of VTL Safety guarding
Side view of VTL safety guarding

Vertical Lathe Safety Guarding

The Vertical Lathe Safety Guarding is a fully customizable safety shield for vertical turret lathes & vertical boring mills.

  • Protects from rotating chuck, chips, & coolant
  • Custom-made for your machine
  • Screen slide up/down with zero force
  • Bolts down directly to the floor

See also our budget model TGS Vertical Lathe Guard & Chip Shield (Click here)

Note: Current lead time is 6-8 weeks

Safety Switch
Electrically Interlocked
SKU: FER-LRV

Product Features

The vertical lathe safety guarding FER-LRV for vertical boring mills (VBM) and vertical turret lathes (VTL) are custom-fabricated to fit your specific machine.

  • Polycarbonate windows are modular and easily changeable
  • The screen contains any splashing coolant.
  • The footprint and screen profile are fully customizable
  • Easy to modify and reconfigure directly on-site
  • Self-standing posts make it easy to assemble for installation
  • No maintenance required
  • Each screen slides up/down for easy chuck access and cleaning
  • The heavy-duty sliding track system allows for smooth screen movement
  • Solid ground anchor points for fastening to the floor
  • The vertical lathe safety guarding includes built-in interlock switches
  • Optional auxiliary lateral screens
  • Counterweight system with PVC-coated steel cables

Screen Sizing Information

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P/N Overall Screen Height
 Features
FER-LRV-1 Standard: 24″ or custom Single sliding screen
FER-LRV-2 Standard: 48″ or custom Dual sliding screens

Additional information

Type:

Single Screen, Double Screen
Features

Single or double screen versions, Polycarbonate windows are modular and easily changeable, Coolant is contained inside the screen, The footprint and screen profile is fully customizable, Easy to modify and reconfigure directly on-site, Self-standing posts make it easy to assemble for installation, No maintenance required, Each screen slides up/down for easy chuck access and cleaning, The heavy-duty sliding track system allows for smooth screen movement, Solid ground anchor points for fastening to the floor, Includes safety interlock switches, Optional auxiliary lateral screens, Counterweight system with PVC coated steel cables
Manufacturer

Ferndale Safety
Brand

Ferndale Safety
Has interlock switch

No (No Interlock), Yes (With Interlock)
Product color

Ferndale Yellow, Gray
Product Features

Bolt-on, Polycarbonate, Replaceable screen or shield, Adjustable, Custom-made

Installation Guide

FER-LRV Ferndale Safety Installation Manual for VTL & VBM Safety Guarding and Shield

Disclaimer: By purchasing Our Products, you agree not to use them for "hot work" (e.g., grinding, welding, soldering, cutting) due to fire risk. Misuse is forbidden, and following all safety guidelines is required. Non-compliance means you accept full responsibility for any resulting harm or damage. For your safety and the effectiveness of Our machine guarding, remain within the "Safe Work Zone" directly in front of the guarding. Standing to the side increases injury risk and breaches our usage policy. Adhering to this rule ensures your safety and the Products optimal performance. For detailed safety and operational guidelines, please see our Terms and Conditions. (click here)

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