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Way covers protect moving machine parts and help guard against mechanical pinch points. Dynatect offers both new way covers and replacement way covers for any machine make and model. Dynatect has manufactured dynamic and flexible covers for over 75 years to both the makers and users of machine tools. The Purpose of Machine Way Covers Machine tools may create an environment in which its parts must be protected from its work processes, yet need to move without obstruction. The close proximity of moving parts often excludes the feasibility of static protective enclosures. Way covers are protective shields used to guard machine ways, guides, and linear rails from contaminants like dust, chips, coolant, and other debris. They help to extend the lifespan and performance of machinery by preventing damage to critical components. Way Cover Types There are flexible cover designs that can roll-up, bend, and flex to allow unrestricted movement through a dynamic range of motion. Protective covers are available in various materials and types. They can be polymer-based, metal, or fabric depending on the requirements of the application. Fabric Bellows are the most flexible for adaptation to high speeds and smooth-gliding applications. They are available in varying shapes, size, and materials including elastomer-coated fabrics, thermoplastics, and coated aramid fibers. Industrial Fabric Roll-Ups are capable of high-speed operation and are also available in many material options. They are ideal for travel paths with space obstructions that preclude deeper cover profiles.