Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Safety System",
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 An Ethernet/IP-DeviceNet router introduced from
Omron Scientific Technologies, which we summarised at the time by saying "An Ethernet/IP-DeviceNet Router allows the operating condition of a DeviceNet safety system to be configured and monitored from a general-purpose Ethernet device".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Guard interlocks minimise defeat possibilities from
Pilz Automation Technology: "Research into the reasons why operators try to defeat interlocks has shown that the need to defeat safety systems stems from shortcomings in the design of the machine".
In August 2007, we covered the news from Pilz Automation Technology
concerning its Safety system control products - packaging
- take a look at Safety products control packaging safety
which says: "A range of safety system control products - from safety relaysto a multi function modular controller - are available for builders of packaging machinery".
Take a look also at the news release from LVD (UK), Laser cutting product line enhanced,
as well as Module connects multiple safety controllers from Pilz Automation Technology,
and Software performs machinery safety calculations from Pilz Automation Technology.
See also:
Major contract won by gas leak detector company
(May 2007)
Gassonic Ultrasonic gas leak detectors for giant Kashagan Project
Heavy duty lathe is rated at 45kW
(April 2007)
A heavy-duty 45kW, CNC chucking lathe, able to machine 2.5 tonne components in excess of 1m in diameter over the bed by 3m length, has a 7.5kW power driven tooling turret
Machinery guard 3D camera monitoring
(April 2007)
Pilz has launched SafetyEYE, possibly the world's first safe camera system for three-dimensional zone monitoring, suitable for automotive production lines and other automated manufacturing
Engineering controls and behavioral based safety
(April 2007)
Industrial Safety Integration has expanded its Corporate Industrial Risk and Safety Management Application (CIRSMA) software with Version 3, which can now manage an entire safety system
Chambers for basic temperature/humidity testing
(March 2007)
A range of temperature and humidity chambers for basic temperature or temperature/humidity testing or monitoring, with either steady state or cycling conditions, has been launched by Unitemp
Versatility and capacity of robot cell increased
(March 2007)
Re-engineering a straight-forward robot palletising cell after only five years might seem excessive but rethinking this operation, and utilising newer technology, has paid dividends
Automation and control conference planned
(March 2007)
The ISA EXPO 2007 technical conference will focus around five technology tracks critical to automation and control including networking, safety and security, automation, QC and systems integration
Extensive SIL information available online
(March 2007)
New Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Resource Center now available online at General Monitors
Light barrier has fail-safe control unit
(January 2007)
The light barrier type OSS2 system comprises a fail-safe control unit and a single safety light barrier
Safety single light barrier has insurance approval
(January 2007)
The German Accident Prevention and Insurance Association has issued the safety single light barrier an EC type examination Type 4 in accordance with EN 61 496-1 / IEC 61 496-2
Lone worker protection for Community Staff
(December 2006)
Argyll Telecom supports community staff with CommuniCare lone worker safety monitoring
New generation of Triconex I/O systems
(December 2006)
New high-density modules, enhanced diagnostics and Atex compliance help increase performance and reduce installed costs for Invensys' flagship safety instrumented systems
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
Lower cost laser does 80% of cutting/profiling
(November 2006)
Compared with other high quality laser cutting machines, a customer can invest in a machine at around half the investment cost, and process some 80% of the spectrum parts
Batch control system for cellulose derivatives
(October 2006)
ABB will supply Akzo Nobel with a batch control system for the production of cellulose derivatives at its operation in Sweden
HSE introduces Route Map for workplace transport
(October 2006)
The Health and Safety Executive has been setting out the aims and objectives of its forthcoming 'Route Map' for managing workplace transport risk
Variable speed drives provide reliability
(October 2006)
Variable speed drives with more functionality guarantee cost-efficient and reliable operation and provide protection against damage and downtime
SCBA monitoring system launched
(October 2006)
Scott IRIS - the new electronic monitoring / telemetry system
Reciprocating blow molder refreshes bottling
(September 2006)
A reciprocating blow molder uses controlled atmosphere to produce sterile blow air and air-tight guarding to provide highest degree of bacteria free containers for milk packaging
Low-cost light barriers have fast laser option
(August 2006)
Low-cost single-beam light barriers are provided with either an infrared beam or, for applications where extremely rapid response or a long sensing range is required, a laser beam
Horizontal Arm CMM works 24/7 at Nissan
(August 2006)
Hexagon Metrology has successfully delivered and installed its industry-leading 'Vento R-SF' Horizontal Arm CMM ahead of Nissan's deadline
CMM promptly installed at automotive plant
(August 2006)
Automotive plant is using a horizontal arm CMM to measure pre-production body panels on a major new model scheduled to launch at the Paris Motor Show later this year
Better ways to connect safety switches in series
(July 2006)
Safety switches. What is the best way to handle them?
Entrytag assists safe working in enclosed areas
(July 2006)
Scafftag's Entrytag is an innovative tag which helps identify hazards and details necessary precautions which need be taken before entering an enclosed area
Modules connect safety controller to Ethernet
(June 2006)
Two Ethernet expansion modules for the PNOZmulti configurable modular safety controller are for transferring data via Profinet/IO, EtherNet/IP or Modbus/TCP networks
Vertical machining centres do smaller 5-axis jobs
(June 2006)
Vertical machining centres are designed for producing smaller, complex components requiring full 5-axis interpolative metalcutting and has arrangement of three staggered Y-axis guideways
Multi-channel controller is Class 1 Div 2 approved
(June 2006)
The MC600 Multi-Channel Controller from General Monitors is now available for Class I, Division 2, applications in hazardous environments
Integrated control system for SAGE gas terminal
(June 2006)
An integrated control and safety system supplied by Yokogawa UK forms the communications hub of the Scottish Area Gas Evacuation (SAGE) Terminal
Reward for accident free aerospace manufacture
(June 2006)
Achieving recognition from RoSPA for a fifth year running has resulted in a Gold Medal for Marshall Aerospace for their proven 8-year track record of successful accident/incident management
News on the Robot integrated safety system from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems
(May 2006)
An integrated safety system is now available for Mitsubishi Electric's latest generation of articulated-arm robots, which protects the robots against damage and failure
Multi-layer reciprocating blow moulder introduced
(May 2006)
Multi-layer reciprocating blow molding machine is 10-20% faster than shuttle or wheel machines, uses 10-25% less energy and cuts cost for extended-shelf-life milk bottles
Milacron blow moulding cuts costs
(May 2006)
Milacron cuts cost for extended-shelf-life milk bottles with first multi-layer reciprocating blow molding machine
Linear CNC laser cutting machine has 5kW power
(May 2006)
CNC laser cutting machine provides advanced laser cutting capabilities and high-speed part processing combined with integrated automation
Cost-effective access safety system is modular
(April 2006)
Modular and expandable safety system range offers a variety of beam numbers, separations and ranges in combination with Type-4 safety in compliance with IEC 61496 and SIL 3