Dave Wilson, 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 Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Remanufacturing as a cost-effective option from
ZF Great Britain, which we summarised at the time by saying "Remanufactured transmissions enable off-highway operators to get the most from their assets says Mike Goatley, Of ZF's Off-Highway Division".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Safety interlocks prevent electrocution from
Fortress Interlocks: "VS units from Fortress monitor the voltage on the windings of the machine's motor, in addition to any shorts or open circuits and grant access only when it is safe to do so".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Moeller Electric
concerning its XStart
- take a look at Motor starters run up to 90kW
which says: "The benefits of Moeller Electric's groundbreaking xStart system are not confined to simple unidirectional DOL starters".
Take a look also at the news release from Pilz Automation Technology, Important changes to guard interlocking standard,
as well as Contactors and control relays cut costs from RS Components UK,
and Safeguarding machinery in schools and colleges from Procter Machinery Guarding.
See also:
Key-release system improves silo safety
(September 2007)
Netherlocks' key-release system means that the driver will only be able to initiate the right processes for his company's material
Electronic lock cuts power needs
(September 2007)
The SQLM Squiggle motor lock module is designed to drop into existing lock or latch assemblies, allowing lock manufacturers to reduce the size and power requirements of their electronic locks
Compact contactors reduce costs
(September 2007)
xStart contactors up to 45A to be controlled directly from inexpensive, low-current PLC outputs, eliminating the need for inconvenient interposing relays or costly high-power output modules
News on the Haake HST safety interlocks from ISS Safety
(August 2007)
A new partnership enables ISS to introduce Haake Technik's safety range to the UK safety market
Safety system contains diesel
(August 2007)
Chemi-safe is designed to ensure diesel is prevented from leaking or spilling into the water table during the unloading process from the delivery tanker
Safety interlocks receive E-stop upgrade
(July 2007)
eGard is a modular system that simply clips together and provides a vast number of options including the addition of stop and start switches, indicator lights or gate switch modules
Conference sheds light on safety standards
(July 2007)
The Machinery Safety Conference and Exhibition provided insights into the transition from EN 954-1 to standards based on the concept of functional safety
Safety switches monitor roof tile production
(July 2007)
Several amLok AS-i solenoid switches, from the amGard range of interlocks, were installed on the three production lines at Forticrete's Leighton Buzzard plant
Steel company chooses solenoid interlocks
(June 2007)
The amGard AutoLok safety switches regulate access to the battery area of the new Schwelgern furnaces that melt iron ore
Enclosures protect electrical equipment
(May 2007)
AutomationDirect's disconnect enclosures meet NEMA standards for performance and protection of the electrical equipment installed within them
Safety equipment wins innovation award
(May 2007)
Fortress Interlocks' safety equipment ensures that potentially dangerous procedures take place in the correct, safe order
Rubber company gains new approvals
(May 2007)
DP Seals, is one of the first rubber companies in the UK to add ISO14001 and OHSAS18001 approvals to its ISO9001:2000 accreditation
Safety interlocks monitor hinge movements
(March 2007)
Hinge-operated safety interlock switches are ideally suited for use on smaller guard doors
More than just another safety bus
(February 2007)
Users can now depend on AS-Interface Safety at Work for all their safety requirements on site, from the simplest networking system available for low level field devices
Copper/fibre-optic cable is approved for Germany
(January 2007)
DuoTrack, the innovative duplex copper/fibre-optic lineside cabling solution for regional railways from Nexans, has just received type approval from the German Federal Railway Authority (EBA)
Korean petrochemical company signs for control
(November 2006)
ABB has been selected by Korea's Yeochun NCC Co to upgrade the petrochemical company's Number 2 ethylene plant with 800xA integrated process control and safety system
Industrial robot specification
(November 2006)
Stirling Paatz of automation expert Barr and Paatz explains how to specify industrial robot cells
Safety and control module is green design
(October 2006)
Fortress Interlocks has won the prestigious Green Innovation Award at this year's innovation and Design Excellence Awards (iDEA) against strong competition
Safety gate switches come with internal release
(September 2006)
Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an internal release (IR) adapter for the company's amGard range of modular safety gate switches
Lifters are faster without increasing pressure
(September 2006)
Hooklift equipment offers operators the benefits of 30% faster operation than competing systems
Land Rover - it's better to be EcoSafe than sorry
(July 2006)
Land Rover has chosen to install Bosch Rexroth's EcoSafe protective barrier system on its latest project in Solihull
Manipulation of machinery safety devices
(July 2006)
Frank Schrever of Pilz Safe Automation discusses the implications of a recent BGIA Study: 'Manipulation of protective devices'
Valve interlocks eliminate operator error
(June 2006)
Mechanical valve interlocks ensure potentially hazardous valve operations are performed in the correct sequence, eliminating the possibility of operator error or deliberate sabotage
Hydraulics technology moves the floor
(June 2006)
Tie-rod cylinders are ideal for controlling the floor movement of variable level swimming pools
Safety switch is easy to integrate
(June 2006)
A novel noncontact safety switch uses the latest pulse-echo technology to determine door position and lock status
Access control system adds trapped key interlocks
(May 2006)
A modular system controls access to hazardous machinery, via gate switch and trapped key technology, and can also include simple machine or access controls such as pushbuttons, e-stops and lamps
Safety switches are fully RoHS compliant
(May 2006)
A new series of enclosed safety switches covers rated currents from 20 up to 200A with three- and four-pole versions
Door interlocks are a safer option
(May 2006)
Door interlock switches are designed as a more reliable alternative to limit switches to protect workers in potentially hazardous situations
Machine enclosure guards made to order
(May 2006)
Procter Machinery Guarding is offering machine tool manufacturers an opportunity to cut the costs associated with designing and manufacturing guarding for one-off and series machines
Cutting the cost of machine tool enclosure guards
(May 2006)
Procter Machinery Guarding is offering machine tool manufacturers an opportunity to cut the costs associated with designing and manufacturing guarding for one-off and series machines
Solenoid interlocks for dust-explosive areas
(April 2006)
For harsh ambient conditions and larger protective doors, Steute has developed the EEx AZM 415 solenoid interlock with a robust metal enclosure
Pod keeps operators out of dangerous areas
(April 2006)
Option pod with keyswitch for modular safety gate switches ensures an operator can only enter a potentially hazardous area when it is safe
Valve actuators are easy to upgrade
(April 2006)
The Hamble Oil Terminal on the banks of Southampton Water is the latest BP storage depot to complete a comprehensive upgrade of its valve actuation control systems
Boilers promise cleaner steam
(March 2006)
A self-contained electrically powered steam boiler is specifically designed to provide clean steam to the recommendations of HTM2031, for compliance with EN554