Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Safety Guards",
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 system monitors several guards from
Euchner (UK), which we summarised at the time by saying "The CES-AR-C noncontact safety switch is particularly suitable for systems in which a large number of safety guards need to be monitored".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Electronic key system improves safety from
Euchner (UK): "The Euchner EKS FSA system provides completely new standards and possibilities for access management combined with state of the art safety technology".
In July 2006, we covered the news from Barr and Paatz
concerning its Smart series robots
- take a look at Barr and Paatz To Integrate Comau Robots
which says: "Process automation and robotics specialist, Barr and Paatz of Totnes, has become an integration partner for the world renowned range of Comau industrial robots".
Take a look also at the news release from Schmersal UK, Non-Contact Guard Door Monitoring Sensor,
as well as Magnetic safety sensor with monitoring module from Steute,
and Position switches meet safety and Ex standards from Steute.
See also:
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
Profile systems are easy to source and easy to use
(May 2006)
The MayTec product range covers simple applications such as machine safety guards and workbenches through to complex systems for machine frames, conveyor systems and linear slides
Pulse echo improves sensor communications
(January 2006)
Non-contact safety sensor for monitoring the position of safety guards uses pulse-echo technology to communicate between the sensor and actuator
Noncontact safety products on show
(December 2005)
Machine safety specialists Schmersal and Laidler Associates will be exhibiting at the Southern Manufacturing exhibition at Thorpe Park on 8th and 9th February 2006
Sensor keeps watch over two safety guards
(November 2005)
A new noncontact safety sensor can be used to monitor the position of two sliding, hinged or removable safety guards
Interactive catalogue is design-in aid for 80/20
(February 2005)
The USA's largest T-slotted aluminium framing supplier is using SolidWorks 3D PartStream.NET service to create an interactive catalogue and help customers streamline product development
Ease of use is paramount in machine guarding
(January 2005)
A safety system that is difficult to use is more liable to be removed or bypassed, and so difficult machine guarding problems require special consideration
AS-Interface bus switches meet all standards
(October 2004)
Euchner (UK) is now offering enabling switches for the safe AS-Interface bus, which can be combined in such a way as to meet the requirements of all governing standards
Automated guard is always alert to human entry
(September 2004)
The new Entry Exit FT-Muting Guard developed by Leuze Mayser enables a simple but essential safety function to be added to many handling and warehousing operations
HSE issues guidance for pre-1998 rubber calendars
(August 2004)
The Health and Safety Executive is issuing supplementary guidance detailing the safeguards required for threading up calenders installed by firms in the rubber processing industry before 1998
Machine guards combine innovation with regulation
(July 2004)
Terry Hayward, MD of machine safety specialist Schmersal, discusses machine perimeter guarding and says combining innovation with regulation can provide a much more effective and productive solution
Versatile uses for safety door handle system
(June 2004)
To safeguard operators from walk-in hazardous areas, Schmersal has introduced what it claims is the most versatile safety door handle system available
Noncontact sensor needs no I/O block
(March 2004)
The BNS33 AS sensor offers a novel combination of non-contact technology and embedded-chip AS-i compatibility that eliminates wear, misalignment and the I/O block
Monitoring unit watches safety systems
(January 2004)
The AWAX27XXL is a multipurpose self-monitoring unit for emergency stop systems and all types of safety switches for safety guards on dangerous machines with at least two closing contacts
Bespoke machine guarding to suit all needs
(December 2003)
Whatever the machine tool, Repar2 machine guarding systems can provide a bespoke solution
Noncontact safety switches handle heavy vibration
(October 2003)
The CMS series of noncontact safety switches extends the field of application for safety guard monitoring
It's smart to filter, regulate and lubricate
(September 2003)
Used in a wide variety of industries, the range of Smart FRLs from Norgren helps to maintain optimum machine performance through the continuous monitoring of air preparation equipment
Bespoke guarding system keeps hobbing safe
(May 2003)
Nelsa has designed and manufactured a bespoke guarding system that provides ultimate ease of use and maximum safeguarding on a precision hobbing machine recently rebuilt by precision engineer Holroyd
Transponder technology improves safety equipment
(July 2002)
Euchner reckons its CES-A-C5E-01 transponder switch is set to replace magnetic switches in many safety applications
Turnkey solution for 'unguardable' machines
(May 2002)
The safeguarding of machines is invariably a complex process, especially so when the operation is milling aero-engine fan blades which protrude outside or above the machine parameters
Switches take the heat for kiln safety
(April 2002)
Schmersal UK is supplying safety position switches to protect kiln operators and help the manufacturer meet the latest standards for the Health and Safety at Work Act
Guarding components added to machine-build range
(July 2001)
Bett Sistemi has developed the PSMS system for Standard Modular Safety Protection, as part of the Robomec modular system of standard components for industrial automation
Machine manufacturer finds its safety supplier
(May 2001)
Gloucestershire based Peter Gillard and Company, manufacturers of specialised cutting machines for the metal, plastics and rubber industries, now buys all its machine safety components from Schmersal
Enabling switches for monitored safety areas
(December 2000)
Within its range of safety engineering products, Euchner (UK) can supply manually operated enabling switches for personnel working in danger areas of machines or production area installations
Safety interlock switch for profile safety guards
(November 2000)
Schmersal UK has introduced the AZM190, a new multi-position, slimline safety interlock switch specifically for use with profile safety guard construction
Wider range of components for aluminium structures
(October 2000)
Bett Sistemi now has three lines: B-Flex components to make aluminium structures for conveyors; Robomec for industrial automation; and Roboframe for safety guards
Grab handle aimed at vehicles and machinery
(July 2000)
Emka UK are extending their grab handle range into the areas of vehicle fittings, machinery equipment and general industrial usage, with the announcement of the 1095 Tube handle/grab rail
Moeller's wider safety components range
(July 2000)
Moeller's range of protective components includes safety relays, command and signalling devices, foot and palm switches, rotary switches and disconnectors, safety position switches and signal towers
Moeller introduces category 3/4 safety relays
(February 2000)
Moeller Electric has extended its range of high reliability devices for safety engineering applications with the introduction of the ESR range of electronic safety relays