AmPd Labs’ patent pending Sentinel Grating System provides enhanced safety for industrial environments

The Problem:

In industrial settings, unsafe grating systems and poorly secured hatches are a leading cause of workplace accidents. Today’s grates are typically accessible with a standard Allen key, posing safety concerns because of the ease of access and minimal security controls. When combined with  inadequate lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, companies heighten their risk for Recordable and Lost Time Incidents. Worse yet, incidents of fatalities.

The Solution: Sentinel Grating System

The Sentinel Grating System is designed to eliminate these risks by providing enhanced hatch security and easy integration with existing infrastructure. Our patent pending design unlocks enhanced safety protocols and procedures, minimizing the possibility of accidents and creating a safer working environment for all personnel.

Why Sentinel Safe? 

• Reduce Workplace Incidents:
  Engineered to mitigate accident potential, our system offers superior plated/grating hatch security, providing new barriers that prevent unauthorized access.
• Easy Integration & Retrofit:
  Compatible with existing grating infrastructure, the Sentinel Grating System can be installed in seconds, minimizing operational downtime and simplifying the transition for your team.
• Generative Design for Safety:
  Our custom-designed tool & cap nut systems integrate seamlessly with safety measures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, ensuring maximum safety compliance during use.
• Robust Construction & Testing:
  Built from high-strength stainless steel, our grating fasteners withstand up to 18,000 lbs of pull force, and our entire system is rigorously tested to exceed industry standards, providing consistent reliability in harsh environments.
• Durable & Corrosion-Resistant Materials:
  Our system is built from corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring long-term durability in the most demanding environments.

Complete System Overview

• Serialized Fastener:
  Each custom fastener key is paired with custom serialized tools, traceable for enhanced accountability.
• Non-Slip Tread Plate:
  Crafted from stainless steel, the non-slip tread plate ensures stability and safety for workers in any condition.
• Lockout/Tagout Box:
  Each lockout/tagout box is serialized for tool traceability, equipped with a viewport for rapid identification, and compatible with various tagout locks to prevent unauthorized access.