GDS Technologies GDS404 1-4 channel gas alarm
26 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Anri Instruments & Controls Pty Ltd
The GDS404 is a 1-4 channel gas alarm from GDS Technologies Ltd. The system is designed for monitoring any combination of oxygen, combustible and toxic gases in any type of environment from commercial premises through to heavy industrial and hazardous area applications.
Metso Neles ValvGuard VG9000 safety valve controller with HART
22 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Metso Automation (ANZ) Pty Ltd
Metso has the launched the HART version of its Neles ValvGuard VG9000 safety valve controller. The safety-valve controller and automatic partial-stroke testing (PST) device is for both emergency shutdown (ESD) and emergency venting valves (ESV). The VG9000 is therefore now available in both HART and Foundation Fieldbus versions and can be used with both single- and double-acting actuators. The HART version supports also both safety AOs and DOs. TÃœV Rheinland has certified VG9000 as compliant with IEC61508, up to SIL3.
Schneider Electric Sepam protection relays
21 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Sepam protection relays are now IEC 61850 level 2 compliant with direct ethernet connections. Based on the ethernet protocol, the IEC 61850 communication standard ensures high communication speeds and versatile communication architectures, and interoperability between manufacturers
Invensys Operations Management Triconex Trident safety system v2.1.1
21 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Invensys Process Systems (S) Pte Ltd
Invensys Operations Management has announced the availability of version 2.1.1 of its Triconex Trident safety system. Two input modules are now provided that are designed to enhance worker safety, reduce downtime and deliver more accurate trip analysis in power and turbomachinery applications. One module enables faster response to unsafe equipment conditions; another optimises trip data analysis to prevent future upsets.
Pilz PSENslock non-contact safety gate systems
25 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
The PSENslock non-contact safety gate systems are designed to be a safe alternative to existing mechanical technology. With an electromagnetic holding force of up to 1000 N, PSENslock units prevent swing gates and sliding gates from being opened unintentionally. The actuator is manipulation proof, providing added safety.
ReeR EOS4 compact safety light curtain
25 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd
The ReeR EOS4 compact safety light curtain is designed for the protection of machine tools. With its small housing and minimal dead zone, it is suitable for applications where space restrictions exist.
Euchner MGB interlocking gate guard system
25 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd
The Euchner MGB (multifunctional gate box) is an interlocking guard system for the protection of safety doors on machines and systems. Linked to machine controls, the opening of the access door via the MGB will be prevented until the machine has safely stopped.
Siemens Simatic CPU 317TF-2DP controller
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
The Simatic CPU 317TF-2DP controller from Siemens implements motion control, safety and standard tasks in one device. The controller utilises PLCopen-compatible motion control blocks and is suitable for coupled motion sequences of multiple axes.
Pilz PNOZ s30 safety relay
10 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
The Pilz PNOZ s30 safety relay monitors safe standstill, speed and direction of rotation. Safe working practices with the safety gate open, reduced set-up times and rapid access to the machine once standstill is initiated are the intended benefits for users.
Robotics safety
28 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Major technological advances have ushered in a new age of robotics, in which once-futuristic visions have either become realities or are on the horizon. Yet despite breakthrough applications in areas ranging from manufacturing to medicine, robots carry risk.
Pilz PSENsgate secure safety gate monitoring system
15 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
The PSENsgate secure safety gate monitoring system is a combination of electronics and mechanics, combining safety gate monitoring, safe guard locking with escape/auxiliary release, E-Stop, request and acknowledgement button.
Sick C4000 Palletizer Advanced safety light curtain
22 January, 2010 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The C4000 Palletizer Advanced safety light curtain meets the demands of Performance Level ‘e’ according to EN ISO 13849 and SIL3 in line with IEC 61508. The C4000 Palletizer Advanced provides the possibility of human-material differentiation without supplementary muting components, and tolerance of object detection in a variety of detection situations, such as differing pallet loads, and strapping bands or foil projecting into the monitored field.
Siemens integrated safety functions for cranes
22 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
The Simotion D motion control system and Sinamics drive family feature integrated safety functionalities for fulfilling the requirements of Performance Level d of EN ISO 13849-1 or category 3 according to EN 954-1 as well as Safety Integrity Level 2 according to EN 61508/IEC62061.
Alarm trips: the ups and downs - Part 2
06 December, 2009 | Supplied by: Moore Industries
Something happens – a signal peaks or falls – and you need to know. A limit alarm trip can trigger the response needed to maintain normal, and safe, operations.
amGard option pod with keyswitch
16 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Fortress Systems Pty Ltd
Safety specialist Fortress Interlocks has introduced an option pod with keyswitch for the company’s amGard range of modular safety gate switches. The option pod ensures an operative can only enter a potentially hazardous area when it is safe. It prevents inadvertent restart of the machinery while they are in there, and a second pod inside the area can be used to initiate safe robot programming using the key.
