A simple guide to installing machine safety shields properly

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How to Install Machine Safety Shields the Right Way

A Ferndale Safety technician installing a machine safety shield.

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Installing a machine safety shield might seem straightforward, but small mistakes can lead to inadequate protection, equipment damage, or unsafe setups.


From finding the right mounting point to avoiding drilling into gearboxes, there’s more to it than just bolting a guard in place.

We put together a practical guide based on real-world installations, including:

  • Where to safely drill and mount guards
  • How to handle difficult or older machines
  • When to use bolt-on, magnetic, or floor-mounted options
  • Common mistakes that can cost you time and money

If you're installing a chuck guard, chip shield, or any machine safeguard, this will save you headaches.


🔗 Learn How to Install Machine Safety Shields


Stay safe!
Ferndale Safety

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