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Kollmorgen revealed the newest update to its SafeMotion™ Monitor (SMM) firmware: SMM2.0. This enhancement enables OEMs to utilize SMM functional safety features with additional encoder and motor types to cater …
IDEC Corporation is introducing the FS1B Safety Controller, an enhanced version of the well-received FS1A model, offering more features. The FS1B allows designers to develop efficient machine safety systems featuring …
Schmersal is preparing to introduce updated versions of its SLC440COM-H/SLG440COM-H series safety light curtains and grids. Offering ranges of up to 30 metres (SLC440COM) and 60 metres (SLG440COM), they provide …
this presentation by Dipl.-Ing. Theo Jacobs for the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA), the importance of safety when designing and working with a robot is explained. The …
Pilz is excited to unveil the latest version of the PITgatebox pushbutton unit, now featuring the integrated PITreader card unit for streamlined access management. With the use of RFID transponder …
Omron has announced the launch of its latest non-contact security door switch, the D40A-2. Non-contact safety door switches are essential for stopping machinery as soon as an access door is …
Turck offers networked machine safety solutions especially tailored to the requirements of small to medium-sized systems. The Turck Safe Link safety protocol in combination with the TBEN-LL-4FDI-4FDX safety block I/O …
With the compact PMC SI6 and PMC SC6 servo amplifiers from Pilz, drive-integrated safe motion can now be easily implemented up to the highest safety level PL e. This is …
With Safety+, B&R, a division of ABB, offers an innovative, open approach to programming safety functions. It enables developers to use the latest software engineering tools and techniques for security …
The virtual CODESYS safety control, announced in 2023, has been technically released and is awaiting certification by TÜV Süd. Once launched, the product will be used in Audi vehicle production. …
Functional safety in Industrial Ethernet is essential for the safe operation of industrial systems. The risk of accidents and failures can be minimized by implementing safety protocols, continuously monitoring and …
For many years, TR Electronic has pursued a strategy to make TR’s robust encoder technology available for applications requiring functional safety according to SIL2/PLd or SIL3/PLe. The innovative CD_582 series …
Trio Motion Technology has updated its DX3 EtherCAT servo drives with Safe Torque Off (STO) functional safety to meet safety levels SIL3 and PLe. The motion specialist increases voltage to …
A highlight of CODESYS at the SPS Fair 2024 is the virtual safety controller certified according to IEC 61508 SIL3, for any device, in any quantity. The functional virtual PLC …