Benefits of Safety Nets in Industrial Applications

Discover the advantages of safety nets in industrial applications and how they can effectively address common challenges. Learn how Barry, a trusted partner, can provide tailored safety net solutions to ensure a safer workplace.

In the world of industrial manufacturing, safety takes precedence. The everyday challenges and potential hazards faced by workers demand the implementation of robust safety measures. From safeguarding pedestrian walkways and work areas to preventing objects from falling in working at heights environments, the stakes are high. Failure to address these challenges can result in severe consequences, including injuries, employee insecurity, and costly production downtime. In this blog post, we delve into the crucial role of safety nets in addressing these challenges and how Barry can provide tailored solutions to ensure a safer workplace.

The applications of our industrial safety netting systems are countless and ever-growing. Some common applications in the manufacturing, mining, and construction and workplace environments include:

• Construction Sites: Safety netting is used to protect workers and equipment from falling objects and provide fall protection for workers at elevated heights.
• Mining Operations: In mining and underground construction, safety netting is employed to prevent falling debris and rocks, enhancing overhead safety in underground and open-pit mining environments.
• Manufacturing Plants: Safety netting can be used in manufacturing facilities to create barriers or containment systems to prevent objects or materials from falling onto the production floor or workers below. It can also be used to delimit work zones or secure areas.
• Warehouse and Storage Facilities: Safety netting helps secure goods and materials stored on racks and mezzanines, reducing the risk of falling items and ensuring the safety of employees.
• Pedestrian Walkways: Safety netting is installed to protect pedestrians in areas where there is a risk of objects falling from above, such as in construction sites, manufacturing plants, or public areas.
• Bridge and Infrastructure Construction/Repair/Maintenance: Safety netting is used during bridge and infrastructure construction to prevent falling objects and provide fall protection for workers.
• Automated and robotized production environment: Industries with high production rates, such as automotive manufacturing, use safety netting to protect workers and equipment from falling objects and machine guarding safety.
• Coactivity Risk Mitigation: Safety netting is employed in situations where multiple activities are happening simultaneously, to mitigate the risks associated with objects or tools falling from one work area to another.
• Custom Applications: Safety netting can be custom-designed for specific industrial applications to address unique safety challenges.

These applications highlight the versatility and importance of safety netting systems in various industrial applications, ensuring the safety of workers, equipment, property and assets.

Our Expertise and Tailored Solutions:

At Barry, we recognize the paramount importance of industrial safety and understand the unique challenges faced by our customers. With years of expertise and experience in providing safety net solutions, we are deeply committed to helping our clients create a safer work environment. Our safety net systems are meticulously designed to meet the specific needs of our customers, offering tailored solutions that effectively mitigate the challenges they encounter. These products can also play a pivotal role in maintaining or even increasing productivity levels by minimizing production downtime caused by accidents and injuries

Useful Links & Additional Info

• Industrial Safety Netting
• Debris Safety Netting 
• Fall Protection Safety Nets
• Machine Guarding Safety Nets
• Lifting Cargo Net 
• Knotless Netting - (Custom Made) 
• Dielectric Safety Net
• Mining and Tunnelling Construction

Comprehensive Analysis & Support Services:

Furthermore, we provide a comprehensive range of services to enhance our customers' safety efforts and ensure peace of mind. We have conducted exhaustive laboratory tests to ensure the suitability and reliability of our safety nets across various industrial applications. This rigorous testing process allows us to provide our customers with high-quality safety net solutions that align perfectly with their unique requirements. By gaining a profound understanding of our customers' needs, we can recommend the most suitable safety net options that offer unparalleled protection and safety.

Our residual force tests are designed to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of safety nets, providing peace of mind and confidence in the long-term safety of your workplace.

Furthermore, we provide free webinars on maintenance and inspection, empowering our customers with the knowledge and skills necessary to keep their safety nets in top-notch condition.

1. Residual Force Tests: These tests can be conducted on a yearly/bi-yearly/or ongoing basis to ensure the continued effectiveness of safety net systems installed in the field, offering long-term workplace safety assurance. Test swatches can be sent back to Barry for regular testing and analysis.

2. Free Webinars on Maintenance and Inspection: Customers can access informative webinars with our team of experts, that will empower them with the knowledge and skills needed to maintain and inspect their safety nets effectively.

Getting Started with Barry:

Starting a collaboration with Barry is a seamless and hassle-free experience. To get started, our typical process resembles:

• Contact Us: Clients can easily reach out to us through their preferred communication channels (phone, email, or through our website).

• Providing Essential Context: We'll need some context and information about your requirements. This includes detailed information about the area or objects that require protection (i.e. dimensions, weight, fall distance, and other relevant details). We'll also need any limitations, technical or environmental factors to consider.

• Tailored Solutions: By providing accurate and comprehensive data, we can create safety net solutions that are precisely tailored to meet our customers' specific requirements.

While Barry may not provide certification and installation services, our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to offering comprehensive support and assistance to design engineers and installers whenever needed. We understand the importance of collaboration and are committed to ensuring that our customers have the guidance and expertise necessary to successfully implement our safety net solutions.

Barry is unwavering in its commitment to providing tailored safety net solutions that guarantee a safer workplace for our industrial customers. Contact us today for more info on becoming our partners in enhancing industrial safety!