Safety stops - a materials handling feature
07 January, 2006 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
When it comes to safety in manufacturing operations, the theory tends to be "better the devil you know". This can sometimes spawn over-engineered solutions, based on older, but proven technologies
Safety network controller
13 November, 2005 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
The safety network controller (SNC) is a safety controller with a built-in DeviceNet safety interface. The SNC also features modularly con-figured safety functions for programming safety circuits. The controller meets SIL3 of IEC61508, the standard for funct-ional safety, and machine safety standard, category 4 of EN954-1.
Rail employee hand safety
15 September, 2005
Kiwi ingenuity is leading the way in the rail maintenance industry, with major safety initiatives developed by local rail maintenance workers being implemented not just on New Zealand's rail network
Carlo Gavazzi proximity sensors
20 May, 2004 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty Ltd
Carlo Gavazzi proximity sensors are rugged and flexible and are designed for reliable and accurate sensing in almost any application. The sensors offer detection without any physical contact and this in turn provides longevity for the device(s).
Siguard 3RG78 safety light curtains
25 August, 2003 | Supplied by: Ramelec Pty Ltd
The Siguard 3RG78 family of light curtains from Siemens Automation & Drives is suitable for personnel protection where presence sensing is necessary. The type 4 units are suitable for use in category 4 safety control systems. Resolutions from 14 to 90 mm and beam heights up to 3000 m provide reliable, fast detection.
M12 eurofast junction boxes
25 August, 2003 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd
Turck announces the M12 eurofast junction boxes with stainless steel inserts have been added to the multibox family. All metal parts on these junction boxes are made of 316 stainless steel. The junctions are suitable for wire consolidation in environments where brass or other metal parts fail and are a cost-effective solution for harsh conditions.
PSEN 2.2 safety switch
29 July, 2003 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
A non-contact safety switch from Pilz with an 8 mm switching distance is simple to install, copes with bouncing gates and meets international safety standards.
Machine safety: finding your way out of a legal minefield
07 July, 2003
Engineers, electricians and machine designers are often unaware that they personally have legal responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Plant Regulations
RLS 100 laser scanner
29 May, 2003 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
With the RLS 100, Sick has introduced a safety laser scanner complying with IEC/EN61496, Type 3.
