
![]() |
Edward Lowton
Editor |
![]() ![]() |
Home> | Premises management/maintenance | >Doors and curtains | >Smart interlocks for first-rate factory safety |
Smart interlocks for first-rate factory safety
25 August 2020
Euchner has added new Modular and Classic variants to its Multifunctional Gate Box (MGB) integrated locking and handle solution that are said to be suitable for a wide variety of sectors, such as automotive, packaging, pharmaceuticals and food processing.
Euchner explains that the MGB2 Modular and MGB2 Classic offer more variations, additional functions, different networking options and intelligent communication features, such as comprehensive diagnostic data, ultimately resulting in reduced equipment downtime and increased productivity. Because of its modular design the MGB2 is said to be easily able to accommodate future upgrades to equipment, installations and production lines, reducing the cost of excessive downtime and/or purchasing an entire new locking unit.
With a combination of a safety switch, bolt, escape release and door-locking mechanism rolled into one, the MGB2 is described by Euchner as a class-leading solution for machinery guarding. The company points out, however, that no two safety applications are the same. Some production processes need an integrated emergency stop to safely stop the processes, while others need additional request and acknowledgement buttons fitted directly on to the safety door. According to Euchner, the new MGB2 Modular and Classic solutions can be easily adapted to meet the requirements for integrated operator controls and indication.
MGB2 Modular uses fieldbus connections, such as PROFINET PROFIsafe, to communicate all the safety, non-safety and diagnostic signals to the main controller. It also includes a built-in web server to allow straightforward interrogation of the unit without having to have specialist software or programming knowledge. Only one fieldbus module is required for up to six locking modules – a considerable advantage over its predecessor for communicating both safety and control signals, says Euchner.
The MGB2 Classic version, on the other hand, is hard-wired directly to the relevant control system, making it the ideal solution for non-networked installations, according to Euchner. The system features two OSSD safety outputs, provides continuous diagnostic information via multiple signalling outputs and can be connected in series with up to 10 devices, saving costs on expensive evaluation devices or safety I/O.
To find out more, go to: www.euchner.co.uk
- WEG to produce artificial ventilators for COVID-19 patients
- Steamcrackers will be gradually restarted at BASF
- UK needs to act to prevent electric vehicle battery waste mountain
- The Society of Operations Engineers backs Maintec
- Three reasons why CHP makes sense for industry
- Star addition
- Free Ultrasound in the IIoT webinar
- Aquapak names Dudley Jones as sales director
- CryoGen launches training academies to tackle skills shortage
- SHW Live signs media partnership with IPE