Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Safety Device",
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 device restrains hoses from
Proair Solutions, which we summarised at the time by saying "If a hose is ruptured or separated the air supply will be interrupted with immediate effect, preventing injury and damage".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Preventing the needless New Year death toll from
Pilz Safe Automation Australia: "Frank Schrever explains how correct safety procedures during plant shutdowns can prevent needless accidents".
In November 2007, we covered the news from Ter-mate
concerning its MMX range
- take a look at Withdrawable units aid MCC design
which says: "MMX withdrawable units can be used in assemblies with fully tested horizontal busbars rated at up to 3200A".
Take a look also at the news release from Omron Scientific Technologies, Modules offer a single point of wiring,
as well as What's on at Safety in Action from Australian Exhibitions and Conferences,
and Water ingress rules extended to small ships from PSM Instrumentation.
See also:
Reducing arc flash risks
(February 2007)
Voltage warning indicator application presentation of the Annual IEEE Electrical Safety workshop
Ball screws provide dependable solutions
(February 2007)
For low-load applications, SKF offers type SD and BD miniature ball screws, which can be supplied in diameters ranging from 8mm to 16mm
Electricity safety set for discussion
(February 2007)
Philip Allen, President of Grace Engineered Products, will discuss 'thru-door' voltage warning indicators at the IEEE IAS Safety Workshop Program in Calgary, Alberta
Guided wave radar meets demands of steam drums
(February 2007)
Magnetrol's second-generation Eclipse 705, two-wire guided wave radar meets strict new European norms
Shock absorbers can eliminate second device
(December 2006)
Especially suitable for crane crabs and overhead cranes, the SDD Series double ended safety shock absorber can eliminate the need for a second safety device in many cases
Software take projects from concept to manufacture
(October 2006)
UK product design company Curventa Designworks used SolidWorks software to design a life-saving portable smoke detector, torch and panic alarm
Ballscrews handle heavy loads
(October 2006)
High-load-capacity ballscrews provide dependable and cost-effective answers for a wide range of linear motion applications
Acquisition creates safety device market leader
(September 2006)
Omron Corp has completed its previously announced acquisition of 100% of the shares of Scientific Technologies for a purchase price of US $94 million
Better ways to connect safety switches in series.
(July 2006)
Pilz has products available that can help to reduce the wiring and I/O requirement while still delivering diagnostic data and maintaining high levels of safety
Omron buys Scientific Technologies for $94 million
(April 2006)
Omron to buy Scientific Technologies for $94 million in bid to grow its safety business aggressively, from $85 million in fiscal year 2005 to $255 million by 2008
Vital upgrade covers strict requirements
(April 2006)
When engineers at Cooper Tire and Rubber were tasked with upgrading the safety system on an crucial manufacturing machine built in the 1960s, it was important to minimise downtime
Pressure switches ensure safety of extrusion press
(April 2006)
A company has installed Fluidsentry safety pressure switches to ensure the safety of workers when they access an aluminium extrusion press
Two-processor safety architecture for controller
(March 2006)
Safety controller uses integrated architecture, allowing for faster implementation, improved productivity and easier ability to meet advanced safety control requirements
Triple launch for LED beacons
(December 2005)
Scientific Technologies has introduced three 24V DC conduit LED beacons
Wire rope and swaged fittings for escape platforms
(November 2005)
Lifting Solutions is celebrating its involvement in the successful completion of one of Europe's most impressive landmarks, the new Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth, which has now been completed
Valves are designed to meet increasing demands
(September 2005)
RotaVal has further developed its leading Hypergienic range of rotary valves dedicated for use in exacting pharmaceutical applications
Bus-ready SAFEasy light curtains are EN954-1 Cat 4
(September 2005)
SafetyBUS p Club International is announcing that the new SAFEasy light curtains with direct SafetyBUS p interface are TUV approved for Category 4 applications according to EN 954-1
Booklet explains functional safety
(September 2005)
A 75-page booklet on functional safety in automation systems has just been published by the global AS-Interface organisation
Behaviour-based safety in automation environments
(July 2005)
Frank Schrever of Pilz Safe Automation discusses the balance between safe acts and safe conditions in the context of machinery and automation safety
Customised motors aid product differentiation
(June 2005)
John McKay, European Sales Director for PennEngineering Motion Technologies, looks at some of the customisation options on offer with Pittman and MAE branded DC brushed, brushless and stepper motors
Compact module simplifies safety systems design
(May 2005)
The RM-2AC resource module combines a power supply with pair of safety relays making it the ideal companion and a single point for wiring STI's MS4600 and OS3100 solid-state safety devices
Belkin and Stanley create powerful range
(January 2005)
New from Belkin is the Stanley Power range of surge protectors, extension cords and workshop/outdoors power accessories
Safety standard puts premium on good design
(December 2004)
IEC62061 can only improve safety provision in the small electrical control sector, especially as it places a premium on good design
Catalogue covers welding and cutting
(December 2004)
The comprehensive range of Big gas welding and cutting equipment is featured in a new 16 page catalogue from the company
Solenoid-locking switch aids safety downsizing
(November 2004)
All the key designer benefits of small size, high holding force and robust metal construction are provided by Guardmaster's new 440G-MT, solenoid-locking switch
Safety relays enter hazardous areas
(November 2004)
Pilz is launching a PNOZ Ex safety monitoring relay with an input circuit certified for use in hazardous areas
Refits add another dimension to nuclear safety
(October 2004)
Allen Bradley-Guardmaster has completed two large projects to upgrade a total of 72 machine tools with the latest safety equipment at British Energy's Hunterston and Torness power stations
Ballnuts add extra safety to ballscrews
(September 2004)
Ballscrews equipped with ballnut safety devices can be safely used in screw-jack applications without the need for overspecification
Stainless-steel grippers are clean enough for food
(June 2004)
Claimed to be the first of its kind in gripper technology, the Schunk model LMG-64 stainless-steel gripper answers the challenge for automation technology in the food processing industry
Curtain provides cost-effective coverage
(April 2004)
The new GuardShield Type 2 safety light curtain meets the needs of OEM machine builders for a self contained, tough and extremely cost effective safety device
Integrated curtain reduces wiring and relays
(February 2004)
The FF-SYB Series is a Type 4 fully integrated safety light curtain
Programmable safety systems enforce test schedules
(January 2004)
Machinery safety control circuits that use programmable safety systems can be viewed as having higher integrity than conventional safety circuits because a PSS can continually monitor the circuit
'Designer' safety switch aids machine downsizing
(December 2003)
All the key designer benefits of small size, high holding force and robust metal construction are provided by Guardmaster's new 440G-MT solenoid locking switch
Upgraded performance for miniature ball screws
(November 2003)
The new SD range of miniature ball screws outperforms its predecessors, with smooth running, low noise, accurate positioning, excellent repeatability and high efficiency