Cutting without risk – with the ASSG safety cutting device

Safety first! This principle applies, above all, when cutting power cables. Not just because Section 6(2) of the accident prevention regulations on “Electrical systems and equipment” states that isolation must be established prior to starting cutting – danger to persons must always be prevented. In everyday work, however, it is not always easy to determine whether or not an earthed cable has indeed been isolated. With that being said, in such cases, safety cutting units such as the ASSG can be used to prevent these dangers. This comes with a remote control and a 10m safety hydraulic hose to ensure maximum safety in case of emergency. Of course, the quality has been diligently tested: Safety cutting units from Klauke undergo der DGUV Test (BG) – a certification and test system provided by the DGUV (German Social Accident Insurance). The DGUV mark is a voluntary mark that stands for safety and high quality. Safety cutting units are tested on the basis of “GS-ET 23, Principles of testing and certification for motor operated cable cutters” and represent a higher safety standard than a basic manufacturer's declaration of conformity. With this declaration the manufacturer proves that its product reaches the requirements of the DGUV test, however, testing by the test and certification body does not take place. Klauke strongly advises against the use of such units as only a certified inspection according to GS-ET 23 guarantees a safe cutting unit for you and your employees.

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