Machine Safety Devices

Safety light curtains provide protection in hazardous areas and high risk zones up to a distance of 20 m. Single beam safety sensors provide protection of hazardous zones with a range of 10 to 60 m. The resource modules transform the semiconductor outputs to relay outputs and / or enable connection of several independent safety devices. Securing perimeter access and access to inputs and outputs constitutes the perfect solution for protecting large machines and robotic centers with a range of less than 8 m.

Safety laser scanners are suited to anti-collision applications added to occupancy and intrusion detection applications.

Programmable safety controllers communicate via FSoE protocol (Functional Safety over EtherCAT). This technology enables direct safety integration into the network frame for sequential processing of applications. The programmable controller can also use DeviceNet, a safety network system which monitors safety inputs and controls the safety outputs.

Safety mat systems provide a simple, flexible method of protection and at the same time reduce fatigue and offer complete visibility and access to the work zone by the operator. Safety edges are used on barrier edges which carry a crushing or shearing risk. Securing of the mats to the floor is essential, so as to prevent them from moving, which would render them ineffective.

There are many types of safety switches for doors : tongue, lock security, contactless, hinged door, explosion proof, etc. Generally speaking these are IP 66 switches, which means they are dust proof and water proof in prolonged immersion.

Emergency stop pushbuttons provide a safe solution in case of failure. They are mandatory in order to comply with national and international regulatory requirements in the field of workplace safety. Pull rope emergency stop devices are normally horizontally installed at critical points and, when they are pulled or cut, trigger the emergency stop switch.