Emergency Stop and Fire Safety in Deep Hole Drilling
Deep hole drilling machines have specific safety requirements beyond standard machine tools. The high-pressure coolant, fine chip mist, and continuous operation create hazards that need specific safety systems. I’ve dealt with a few safety incidents over the years, and I’ve developed a set of practices that keep machines and operators safe. Emergency Stop Systems Every deep hole drilling machine needs emergency stop buttons at multiple locations. The requirements are more extensive than a standard machine tool because of the coolant system and the continuous operation mode. ...