Perimeter Protection Machine Guards compliant with European and International Standards

The choice depends on several key variables that must be evaluated together: the frequency of access to the protected area and the required opening methods, the impact resistance level defined by the Risk Assessment, the layout configuration to be protected, and any hygienic requirements of the installation environment.

These are general guidelines: the optimal solution often emerges from the combination of multiple factors. Our sales team is available to help you choose the most suitable modular machine guard for your application.

The standard EN ISO 13857 establishes minimum heights based on the distance from the danger point. The standard minimum height for Satech systems is 1620 mm.

When the risk of climbing over or the distance to the hazard requires a greater height, the systems are also available in 2220 mm and 2620 mm (up to 3180 mm for ImpactGuard with 60 mm posts). The correct choice depends on the specific Risk Assessment for each installation; our Technical Office provides free support for dimensioning.

For a complete overview, please visit our reference safety standards page.

The fundamental requirement is that fixed guards require a tool for removal, while interlocked guards stop the machine before access is possible.

A second requirement concerns perimeter continuity: every opening, material passage or cavity in the guard must be evaluated against the distances in EN ISO 13857 to verify that it does not allow access to the danger zone.

In general, a guard with geometric gaps may not comply with the requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. In any case, the assessment always depends on the specific Risk Assessment for the installation.

Yes. The Satech range is designed with a cross-modular architecture: the Mix&Match posts of ImpactGuard and AdaptaGuard, drilled on three sides, are compatible with all panel types and fixings in the range. It is possible to combine mesh panels, polycarbonate, FullSteel sheet or composite panels on the same perimeter, depending on the specific needs of each area. This allows cost and performance to be optimised on complex layouts or areas with heterogeneous risk levels.

For more information, visit our cross-modular machine guards page.

Satech's Technical Office designs the perimeter layout from drawings provided by the customer, optimising the configuration with standard system modules to minimise costs and materials. Framed system panels are available in 7 widths and frameless panels in 8 widths: a versatility that allows virtually any requested layout to be covered.

For those who prefer to work independently, two options are available. With the 3D library on TraceParts, Satech models can be downloaded in formats compatible with the most common CAD software.

With the free software Disegna, you can design your own perimeter directly by importing the machine floor plan and automatically generating the Bill of Materials to attach to the order.

Yes, with material from the current range, interchangeability between systems is possible. Satech systems are designed on a cross-modular logic: ImpactGuard and AdaptaGuard posts are compatible with all panel types and fixing systems in the range, making it possible to integrate new components into an existing perimeter without starting from scratch.

In practice, it is possible to add a frameless panel to an existing framed layout, protect a specific area with FullSteel panels while keeping the rest in mesh, or connect to already installed posts using the latest generation fixings. This flexibility is useful both for revamping existing installations and for simple production layout changes. For more information, we recommend our guide on choosing between revamping and new machinery.

Satech maintains a permanent stock of standard products. For stock components, lead times are 6 working days. For standard products not in stock — panels, doors, accessories and locking systems — lead times range from 8 to 18 working days depending on the component, and are confirmed at the time of quotation. For custom CustomGuard configurations, lead times are defined in the technical quotation following the study. Our Technical Office is available for a precise estimate based on your specific needs.

Yes. Satech provides free, no-obligation quotes prepared by the Technical Office based on the layout of the machine or installation to be protected. You can upload a DWG, PDF or STP file directly in the contact form, or describe your needs for an initial assessment. For those who prefer to work independently, our free software Disegna allows you to design your own perimeter and automatically generate the Bill of Materials.

Yes. Satech operates with a Management System certified by Bureau Veritas according to three international standards: ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environment) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety). These certifications confirm that production processes, environmental management and working conditions are periodically audited by an accredited third-party body. Satech also participates in the EcoVadis programme for evaluating sustainability practices throughout the supply chain.