pinch point

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pinch point [′pinch ‚pȯint]

(industrial engineering)

A point in a plant layout or on an automated guided vehicle such that the distance between the automated guided vehicle and the surrounding equipment and structures is so small that it represents a safety hazard to personnel.

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