Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Machine Safety",
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 Safety controller offers versatility from
Banner Engineering, which we summarised at the time by saying "The SC22-3 features 22 input terminals, which monitor both contact-based and PNP solid-state input devices".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Guide offers machine safety advice from
Procter Machinery Guarding: "The fourth edition of On Your Guard has been updated and completely redesigned".
In September 2007, we covered the news from Smartscan
concerning its Safety system maintenance
- take a look at Maintenance enhances machinery safety
which says: "Smartscan has been providing a routine maintenance package as part of its safety system solutions for over 10 years".
Take a look also at the news release from B and R Industrial Automation Corp, Drive system offers safety and flexibility,
as well as Conference sheds light on safety standards from British Automation and Robotics Association,
and New compact safety switch from Idem Safety from Idem Safety switches.
See also:
Interface company provides day-long course
(June 2007)
ASi-tech was a day-long event held at Old Trafford focussed on AS-Interface networking technology for actuators and sensors
Safeguarding guide released
(May 2007)
Omron Scientific Technologies' 1500+ page, two-volume safeguarding guide contains a range of process safety solutions
Modular system brings machine safety together
(May 2007)
Modular system saves space, simplifies wiring and above all, offers a flexible solution to machine safety
Free tickets offered for technology seminar
(May 2007)
Sick is holding a seminar designed to give engineers an insight into how sensors can revolutionise manufacturing operations
Light curtains come with a range of options
(April 2007)
The MS4800 light curtain is available in Advanced, Standard and Basic versions to optimise the cost of the safeguarding design
Servo drives are rated up to 200kW
(April 2007)
The Lenze 9400 servo drives, part of the L-force portfolio, have been extended with eight new models taking the rated power up to 200kW
CNC package suits small runs for university
(April 2007)
Gate Machinery International supplied a total of nine machines to Queen Mary, University of London, Department of Engineering over a 12-month period
Conference cracks the codes of machine safety
(April 2007)
One-day conference will provide a comprehensive overview of machinery safety issues in the light of current and upcoming standards, and will examine their practical application through case studies
Robotics roadshow moves on to Nottingham
(April 2007)
Igus, AA Robotics, Cognex Factory Vision, Safety Systems and Laidler Associates are taking part in a robotics roadshow sweeping the UK
Automation company ramps up safety business
(April 2007)
Omron's OS3101 Laser Safety Scanner offers an intuitive and easy to use solution that can drastically improve workplace safety and productivity
Queensland Safety Show is back and 30% bigger
(March 2007)
The Queensland Safety Show will be 30 per cent bigger following the success of the inaugural event last year
Servo systems supported in the North
(March 2007)
Regional sales office in Leeds will be used for technical sales and local application support, also meetings, training and product demonstrations
Robotics roadshow tours UK
(February 2007)
A robotics roadshow will visit Milton Keynes, Newport, Nottingham, County Durham and Cannock over the next two months
Robotics road show travels UK
(February 2007)
Laidler Associates is joining AA Robotics, Cognex Factory Vision, Safety Systems and igus in six one-day events across the UK
News on the Machine safety components from Pilz Automation Technology
(February 2007)
There is an aspect to machinery safety that should not be forgotten: plant availability
Innovative events at Safety in Action
(February 2007)
Celebrities, hands-on demos, success stories, feature at Safety In Action
Modular machine fencing systems on show
(January 2007)
Industrial safety and partitioning specialist Troax UK is highlighting its wide range of modular machine fencing systems at this year's Machine Building Exhibition
Reflective switch senses objects at up to 24in
(January 2007)
Noncontact infra-red switch provides object sensing at ranges up to 24in or more, depending on the object
Troax at Machine Building Exhibition 2007
(January 2007)
Troax highlights versatile machine safety solutions at Machine Building Exhibition 2007
Machine guarding in spotlight at showroom
(January 2007)
Troax UK is putting the spotlight on its machine guarding, perimeter protection, storage and partitioning systems with the opening of an entirely new showroom at its head office in Swindon
Showroom dedicated to guarding and partitioning
(January 2007)
Troax's new showroom puts the spotlight on machine guarding and partitioning solutions
Machine safety components set for showing
(November 2006)
Machine safety specialist Schmersal will exhibit on Stand C7 at the Machine Building exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham on 14th and 15th February 2007
Magnetic switch resists tampering
(November 2006)
The Massimotto is a tamperproof, contactless, coded, magnetic switch with an integrated M12 connector
Changes in the new version of BS EN60204-1
(October 2006)
Kevin Ives, a consultant with Pilz Automation Technology, looks at the implications for machine builders of the changes introduced in BS EN60204-1:2006
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
Machine guarding system fixes safety on the line
(September 2006)
Industrial safety specialist Troax UK has installed a comprehensive machine safety solution for construction products manufacturer Forticrete
Rapid fix to machine guarding problem
(September 2006)
Troax UK has installed a comprehensive machine safety solution for construction products manufacturer Forticrete
Handheld pendant with ergonomic switches
(July 2006)
The MR175 series handheld pendant station offers a superb ergonomic form factor, a full complement of controls, and choice of serial or hardwired interface
Open calling interface for device operating tools
(July 2006)
Profibus International has published the first set of documents specifying its Tool Calling Interface, an open calling interface for device operating tools
Slimline switch upgrades machine safety
(July 2006)
Mechan Controls has developed a new slimline version of its popular Magnasafe MS6 machine-guard safety interlock system
First Queensland Safety Show a hit
(June 2006)
The first Queensland Safety Show and Forum has been hailed a success, with 4451 visitors attending the inaugural event from 21 to 23 June 2006 in Brisbane, Australia
Drives and Controls 06 best this decade
(June 2006)
The recent Drives and Controls exhibition was the best attended for over five years with 7043 delegates from more than 25 countries visiting the event
Distributors are given inside information
(June 2006)
Idec's distribution network gathered recently in Basingstoke to hear the latest on the company's products, forthcoming product launches and the developing sales strategy for the UK
Profile system provides speedy guarding solution
(June 2006)
UPM Machinery Sales was faced with a dilemma when it came to guarding its new range of infra-red dryers for plastics processors