Machinery safety training
Addressing the increasing emphasis on safety in manufacturing and the complexity of the associated standards and directives, Pilz provides a globally recognised qualification enabling a 360° approach to Machinery Safety.
Addressing the increasing emphasis on safety in manufacturing and the complexity of the associated standards and directives, Pilz provides a globally recognised qualification enabling a 360° approach to Machinery Safety.
Safety at work is important not only to reduce risk to workers, but also as a way of ensuring that companies are successful and sustainable. More and more manufacturers and operators look for a partner like Pilz to provide competent support on all issues relating to machine safety.
New from Pilz, the PSENsgate 2 safety gate system combines safety gate monitoring (for prevention of unexpected startup), safe guard locking (to prevent access while hazards are present), various control elements, an emergency stop pushbutton (E-stop) and escape release (for personnel who become trapped in the hazardous area) all in one system, up to the highest category PL e as per EN ISO 13849-1 (BS EN ISO 13849-1 in the UK).
Pilz has announced the 2015 training schedule for its Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE) course following its successful 2nd year as an internationally recognised qualification in machinery safety.
New Pilz PSENcode coded safety switches are slimmer than the company’s existing PSENcode safety switches, at 13mm, yet still incorporate the same high-integrity RFID transponder technology.
The emphasis on safety in manufacturing is continually increasing, as is the complexity of the associated standards and directives. While various safety certification courses exist, Pilz believes that many concentrate solely on particular aspects, neglecting the ‘bigger picture’
Pilz has developed a flowchart called ‘Functional Safety with EN ISO 12100, 13489-1 and EN/IEC 32601’ to help explain how safety functions can be evaluated and verified with EN ISO 12100, 13489-1 and EN/IEC 32601 at a glance.
Zweifel Pomy-Chips near Zurich uses Pilz PSS 4000 automation systems to monitor and control the automation and safety functions on nine upgraded packaging lines for potato crisps.
The new standard – EN ISO 14119:2013 Safety of machinery – Interlocking devices associated with guards – Principles for design and selection – replaces EN 1088 as from 30th April 2015, with a one year transition period.
Paul Fasey has joined Pilz Automation as the new sales engineer for the north of the UK, bringing with him over 25 years of experience in a range of industries.
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