Don’t believe the myths! Reduce risks in sheet metal bending operations

By Dani Sheehan.

Register for this webinar and learn how light curtains protect against hazards, prevent access to danger zones and enhance protection for equipment and personnel.

Have you heard that certain safety systems will slow down your productivity when using sheet metal bending machines? It’s time to set the record straight. Karen Edwards is joining Chad Rowe, MetalForming LLC’s business development director, to debunk this common myth – and many others – during our next MetalTalk, April 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. PT/2:00 p.m. ET. This jam-packed conversation is all about enhancing safety in the sheet metal bending industry without compromising performance. Chad will explain how light curtain safety systems significantly reduce risk while keeping your operations efficient and productive.   

You’ll be shocked by the manufacturing injury statistics and how easily the right safety measures can prevent these incidents. Protecting your team doesn’t have to mean sacrificing speed or output – it just takes the right approach. Ready to learn more? In this episode, Karen and Chad will cover:

• A brief history of industrial machinery and why CNC and automated systems require new levels of safety and precaution.
• How and why you should safeguard your equipment and properly train your personnel.
• ANSI B-11 safety standards and the latest industry requirements you need to know.
• A variety of safety systems including light curtains, electrical systems and mechanical safeguards.
• How to choose the right system for your needs, including a transparent look at the real costs versus benefits of prioritizing safety.

It’s not just about having the latest and greatest technology – maintaining and enforcing your safety protocols is just as critical. This episode will shed light on best practices in the industry and show that safeguarding your workforce and equipment can happen with minimal disruption and maximum impact.

Register now for this important conversation with MetalForming on April 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. PT or 2:00 p.m. ET!