Enhancing Workplace Safety with G-Tech Safety: PUWER98 Compliance, Bespoke Guarding, and More

At G-Tech Machine Safety Ltd, our mission is simple: to make workplaces safer. 

We’re proud to be a trusted provider of comprehensive machine safety solutions for some of the biggest names in UK industry and internationally: From PUWER98 assessments to bespoke and standard safety guarding systems, swarf and coolant management, LEV solutions and more, our services are built around protecting your workforce, ensuring compliance, and reducing risk.

PUWER98 Assessments: Rigorous and Reliable

One of our core services is conducting PUWER98 Assessments. Our team of highly experienced assessors carry out in-depth risk assessments on a wide range of work equipment. Whether you're a multinational manufacturer or a smaller engineering firm, compliance with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER98) is essential.

We provide detailed Compliance & Remediation Reports, clearly identifying hazards, non-compliance issues, and actionable steps. But our support doesn’t end there. To ensure continued safety and regulatory alignment, we also conduct Annual Audits of Compliance, giving you peace of mind that your machinery remains safe year after year.

Bespoke Safety Guard Design & Installation

At G-Tech Machine Safety Ltd, we specialise in designing and fabricating bespoke safety guarding systems tailored to your operations. These are built to meet the strictest of  industry standards including BS EN 12100, BS EN 14120, and BS EN 13857. Whether it’s enclosing complex machinery or integrating advanced safety features, we deliver customised solutions that blend form with function.

From initial consultation to installation and certification, our engineers handle every aspect of the process, ensuring your guard systems are perfectly aligned with both your machinery and compliance requirements.

Standard Safety Guarding Solutions

In addition to our bespoke offerings, we supply and install a comprehensive range of standard safety guards. Through our close partnership with Silvaflame Cleervue, we’re able to provide high-quality machine safety guards for lathes, drillers, millers, and grinders, covering 90% of the machines commonly found in the industry.

These guards are available in various sizes and can be supplied as standalone units or installed by our expert safety engineers. This flexibility allows you to choose the level of support that fits your business best.

Advanced Machine Tool Protection

Sometimes, conventional guarding isn’t enough. That’s why we also offer a range of alternative safety guard systems, such as:

• Safety Blinds

• Apron Covers

• Bellow-Type Guards

• Gators

• Lamala Bellows

These solutions are ideal for protecting machinery that requires more flexible or dynamic coverage. As with all our services, we provide a complete package; supply, fitting, and certification; to ensure optimal protection and compliance.

Swarf & Coolant Management: Smart Solutions for Dangerous Hazards

Swarf conveyor systems can pose serious hazards; rotating parts, entanglement risks, and crushing points are just some of the dangers operators face. At G-Tech Machine Safety Ltd, we’ve developed an innovative safety device that fits directly to the swarf chute and prevents conveyor operation if the skip is not in place. This clever mechanism ensures compliance with BS EN 13857:2019 and significantly reduces the risk of operator injury.

We also install swarf chute extension skirts that allow skip removal while preventing access to hazardous parts. For equipment in disrepair, we offer turnkey refurbishment services or full replacement when restoration is not economical.

LEV: Oil, Coolant & Mist Extraction Systems

Airborne contaminants like dust, oil mist, and coolant mist pose long-term respiratory hazards and can lead to serious health issues. That’s why we design, manufacture, and install LEV (Local Exhaust Ventilation) systems that comply with PUWER98 and COSHH Regulations.

Our process begins with a full risk assessment, identifying areas where air quality may pose a threat. We then engineer a solution tailored to your equipment’s layout and usage. 

Key features of our systems include:

• Solenoid-type interlocks

• Timing relays to delay door opening until air is cleared

• Custom air volume calculations for maximum efficiency

Following installation, we also offer an annual safety audit, including airflow measurement readings, to ensure ongoing system performance and regulatory compliance.

LEV Testing & Maintenance

Beyond installation, we provide LEV Testing to verify that your extraction systems continue to function effectively. Annual testing is vital for workplace safety and compliance, especially in environments where exposure to airborne particles is a daily risk.

Our testing includes:

• Inspection of filters and airflow efficiency

• Certification of continued compliance

• Adjustments or upgrades if required

Regular testing ensures your employees are protected and that your business avoids regulatory penalties.

Professional Installation Services

Our success lies in the expertise and dedication of our installation teams. Whether we're fitting electrical systems or installing bespoke guarding, our engineers bring vast experience and an in-depth understanding of PUWER98 and machine safety standards to every job. Every project is handled with care, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum effectiveness.

Why Choose G-Tech Safety?

With a broad client base that spans the UK and international markets, at G-Tech Machine Safety Ltd we have earned a reputation for excellence. Our holistic approach; combining expert risk assessments, cutting-edge safety designs, and robust compliance support; ensures your operations stay safe, efficient, and fully regulated.

From a single machine guard to a factory-wide PUWER98 safety audit, at G-Tech Safety we are the partner you can trust.

Get in touch today to learn more about how we can help safeguard your equipment, your employees, and your future.