articleCollaborative robots, sometimes referred to as cobots, are designed to work alongside humans in a ‘collaborative workspace’, an area where the robot and the human can perform tasks simultaneously. Stewart Robinson, principal engineer and functional safety expert at TÜV SÜD Product Service, considers what this means from a safety perspective
productJSP have developed a range of Sonis Extra Visibility Ear Defenders peaking at an SNR of 37.
productThe new Makita VC3211HX1 dust extractor is approved for use with Dust Class H, the highest safety standard of EU site safety regulations.
productElectrical engineers keen to work abroad will have no problem protecting themselves from the dangers of arc flash with protective clothing from Skanwear, whose garments are said to meet guidelines in a number of different countries.
productManufacturers are now able to become certified to the world’s first globally recognised health & safety standard with the opportunity to train their internal auditors via an course EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation, is launching
productWhere forklift trucks are moving in an out of a warehouse or facility throughout the day, the wheels are likely to be bringing in dirt and water, especially in wet weather. This can lead to slips and falls, an unclean environment and the risk of forklifts skidding. Waterhog Forklift Mats offer a solution.
productVersatile and adjustable, Snickers’ new Allround Tool Vest features a wide range of hard-wearing pockets for a variety of tools fixings and accessories. It is designed to be lightweight, hard-wearing, comfortable and easy to keep clean.
productThe JSP Force 8 half mask fitted with PressToCheck P3 filters allows the wearer to close off the airflow in order to check the face fit every time it is put on, protecting the wearer from any inhalable dust (including very fine silica dust), particles or aerosols.
productExposure to harmful substances can, in the long term, lead to incurable silicosis, lung cancer and other serious lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and tuberculosis (TB). The belief that ‘it will never happen to me’ can be dire, as uvex explains
productJSP’s Springfit fold flat disposable mask has an endoskeleton structure that ensures each mask keeps its shape, increasing performance and maintaining rigidity. The integrated spring feature allows facial movement, ensuring the mask offers a secure face fit and seal during speech or movement of the jaw.
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