Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Interlocks",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Manual screwdriver has automatic feeding from
Weber Automatic Assembly Systems, which we summarised at the time by saying "A new low cost manual hand screwdriver with automatic feeding offers an accessible method of achieving increased production levels in a wide range of industrial
applications".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Ensuring metal product marking is tamper-proof from
ES Technology: "A laser marking system has been designed to meet the specific needs of the automotive industry, for the production of tamper evident self adhesive labels".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Fortress Interlocks
concerning its Voltage Switching units
- take a look at Voltage switching unit betters safety, efficiency
which says: "Voltage switching units that prevent the removal of a safety gate access key whilst a machine is in motion and is far more efficient than an alternative fixed timer system".
Take a look also at the news release from Pilz Automation Technology, Guard interlocks minimise defeat possibilities,
as well as Comprehensive service maintains off-highway plant from ZF Great Britain,
and Safety test streamlined for complex product from Clare Instruments.
See also:
Safety switches guard furnace workers
(June 2007)
Fortress Interlocks has supplied ThyssenKrupp with amGard AutoLok safety switches to regulate access to the battery area of the Schwelgern furnaces that melt iron ore
News on the safety interlocks from Fortress Interlocks
(May 2007)
UK manufacturer of safety interlocking equipment, including for hazardous areas, Fortress Interlocks, has been officially recognised for its innovation
Bottom blowdown valve with pneumatic actuator
(March 2007)
A bottom blowdown valve with pneumatic actuator that effectively removes impurities to maintain optimum steam quality and boiler operation is available from ARI-Armaturen
Hinge-operated safety interlock switches
(March 2007)
Two hinge-operated safety interlock switches, ideally suited for use on smaller guard doors, are now available from Omron Scientific Technologies
Robot cell advice
(February 2007)
Falling prices, increased relative performance and smaller installation footprints are prompting more UK manufacturers and processors to invest in multi-axis industrial robots
Safety-critical embedded software
(February 2007)
Siemens AandD relies on Artisan Studio for development of safety-critical embedded software for new ASI-safe products
Modular system controls machinery access
(December 2006)
Machinery safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an AS-interface (AS-i) control and safety base module for its eGard system
Integrated process control and safety system
(December 2006)
ABB has been selected by Korea's Yeochun NCC to upgrade the petrochemical company's Number 2 ethylene plant with 800xA integrated process control and safety system
How to specify a robotic cell
(November 2006)
Identifying the potential applications and cost benefits is one thing; choosing the right robot for the task and building it into a fully functioning automated work cell is quite another
Custom electrical test design service
(November 2006)
Clare Instruments, part of the Seaward Group, has recently upgraded its bespoke custom electrical test design service for manufacturers of electrical and electronic products
Compact plasma cutting tool is portable
(October 2006)
Hypertherm has unveiled its new compact plasma cutting tool, the Powermax30, at the EuroBLECH exhibition in Hannover, Germany
Machine guard idea wins 'Green' Innovation Award
(October 2006)
Fortress' eGard, a product which combines machine safety and control modules in one flexible unit, has gained the prestigious 'Green' Innovation Award
Lift system improves handling efficiency
(September 2006)
Improved handling efficiency, better utilisation of space and enhanced safety have been achieved by the installation of a platform lift to raise loads from ground floor to a mezzanine level
Oxygen Flask Combustion Unit
(September 2006)
The Oxygen Flask Combustion Unit from Exeter Analytical (UK) is a compact and affordable system for the preparation of organic samples
Internal release adaptor safeguards operators
(September 2006)
An Internal Release adaptor for Fortress Interlocks amGard range of modular safety gate switches provides an internal release function for safety and access key installations
All-electric injection moulders are faster
(September 2006)
All-electric machines redefine 'standard' injection molding capability with 330mm/s injection at 0.85G acceleration, 62.5 microsec control precision, and faster cycle times
Access and control system is simple to install
(August 2006)
Unlike gate switches and machine controls, access and control system can be installed on machinery guarding in minutes - providing huge cost and time saving for machinery guarding suppliers
Key interlock modules control access
(August 2006)
Key interlock modules have been added to the eGard system, which is a fully modular system that can control access to hazardous machinery using gate switch and 'trapped' key technology
Door handle fits easily to machinery guarding
(August 2006)
An ergonomic, easy-fit handle and actuator unit - designed for hinged and sliding doors and installed in minutes - has been added to the eGard system for machinery access and control
Explosion proof safety gate switch fits easily
(August 2006)
An explosion proof safety gate switch - certified UL (E61730) and CSA (LR57327) - is designed to control access to machinery and process lines operating in potentially explosive environments
Access and control product is modular
(August 2006)
An access and control product enables modules - mechanical trapped key interlocks, electrical safety gate switch interlocks, and simple machine controls - to be integrated in one unit
Keyswitch secures access and robot programming
(August 2006)
An option pod with keyswitch for the amGard range of modular safety gate switches ensures an operative can only enter a hazardous area - such as a robotic cell - when it is safe
Electrical safety and test instruments integrate
(August 2006)
A broad range of fully programmable electrical safety and functional test instruments that can be adapted and integrated for use bespoke test systems, using proprietry software like LabView
Veteran three-dimensional portraits
(July 2006)
Spatial Imaging has produced a series of three-dimensional portraits of Henry Allingham who, at 110, is the oldest surviving British World War I veteran
Aluminium guard system is light and flexible
(July 2006)
Automotive plant required a lightweight guarding system that was flexible - allowing maintenance and future modifications - while robust enough to offer a high degree of personnel safety
Two iron 'pig' casters serve entire output
(July 2006)
In a Western Australian demonstration plant, two 127 tonne/h pig casting machines are able to handle the entire output of the 900,000 tonne/year reduction process
Offer proposals for automation wireless systems
(July 2006)
ISA's standards committee on wireless systems for automation, has just issued calls for proposals to encourage experts to collaboratively create a new series of wireless communication standards
Electrical safety testers comply with LIF
(July 2006)
Latest bench top electrical safety testers have been designed specifically to comply with recent changes to product standards in the lighting industry
Non-contact safety switch shows lock ststus
(June 2006)
Machine safety specialist Schmersal has introduced a new non-contact safety switch that uses the latest pulse-echo technology to determine door position and lock status
Hazardous machinery access system enhanced
(May 2006)
Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced a range of key interlock modules for its eGard system
News on the Interlocks from Fortress Interlocks
(May 2006)
Industrial safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced a range of key interlock modules for its eGard system
Packaging induction sealers are air-cooled
(May 2006)
An air-cooled range of induction sealing systems provides packaging and process companies the benefits of technologically advanced sealing systems at affordable prices
Pillar launches air-cooled unifoiler range
(May 2006)
Pillar Technologies has introduced its proven air-cooled range of Unifoiler induction sealing systems to the European market
Switches give safe access and robot programming
(April 2006)
An option pod for a range of modular safety gate switches ensures an operative can only enter a potentially hazardous area when it is safe and a second pod initiates safe robot programming