Electro-sensitive Protective Equipment (ESPE) or what we tend to refer to as light barriers, light curtains and laser scanners – are an extremely common protective device in machinery safety applications. However, they are also very low down on the guarding hierarchy listed in every machinery safety legislation or standard available. So when using ESPE it … Continue reading Guide to ESPE basics →

With the outdoorScan3, SICK is launching the world’s first IEC62998-certified safety laser scanner for outdoor use, thus opening up a new dimension for safety applications. The aim of this development order for the outdoorScan3 from SICK was to accelerate intralogistics processes while at the same time providing personal protection. The focus is on automated guided … Continue reading Crossing borders together with the outdoorScan3 from SICK →

Gaps in axial piston pump must be continuously monitored to prevent sudden loss of pressure and pump failures. To date, this gap measurement has not been possible due to the severity of the operating condition. The eddy NCDT3300 is a compact eddy current measurement system from MicroEpsilon that is capable of operating at extreme pressure … Continue reading Monitoring gaps in axial piston pumps →

CNC-based machining tools has been widely adopted in the manufacturing business. Especially in the era of Industry 4.0, the new development of manufacturing technology should consider intelligent collaboration, process monitoring and management in real-time. As CNC operators require a set of skills and qualifications, educators and trainers are looking for engaging solutions to build these … Continue reading IoT ready CNC industrial control machines →

TwinSAFE SC technology (TwinSAFE Single Channel) permits the use of standard signals for safety tasks in any network or fieldbus. To do this the data from the EtherCAT Terminals, extended by the TwinSAFE SC function, are fed to the EL6910 TwinSAFE Logic terminal, where they undergo safety-related multi-channel processing. To download the white paper, fill … Continue reading TwinSAFE SC integrates standard signals into safety technology →

The demands on modularity, scalability, openness and adaptability are steadily increasing in all areas of automation technology, including safety technology. Accordingly, customers require individualized solutions for all types of applications ranging from small custom machines to complex large-scale systems. This paper discusses how the new range of Beckhoff safety controllers address precisely these aspects and … Continue reading Modularity and scalability on all levels: A new generation of safety controllers →

A state-of-the-art facility supports company anticipated growth and incorporating green design principles. As a private label manufacturer, Masters Gallery’s facilities are regularly inspected by potential partners and third-party auditors. As such, the company wanted a state-of-the-art facility that didn’t just fulfill its current needs (and satisfy FSMA compliance), but could sustainably support the company’s anticipated … Continue reading Building a facility for the future: Case study →

Technology capabilities such as mobile applications, wearables and drones are increasingly being adopted by EHS professionals around the globe. These technologies enable frontline workers to quickly identify and report risks and hazards, while providing companies with quality real-time data for EHS reporting and analytics. Verdantix research shows that engaging workers and creating an EHS culture … Continue reading Webinar: Innovate your EHS programme with Mobile Technology →

The CRC SmartWasher Bioremediating Parts Washing System is both self-cleaning and deregulated. The OzzyJuice degreasing solutions used in the SmartWasher are non-hazardous, non-corrosive, pH-neutral, non-flammable, non-toxic, non-caustic, aqueous-based degreasing solutions. They are environmentally friendly and are not known to cause damage to humans or the environment. When used in accordance with directions they do not … Continue reading CRC SmartWasher: Heavy duty clean and green →

BST is an Australian provider of rugged tablets, in-vehicle computers, military-grade PCs, IP65+ stainless steel HMIs, an extensive range of data acquisition and control modules, and much more. Their selection is extensive, and their dedicated and capable team of experts offer superior support to help you find the perfect tech solution no matter the industry … Continue reading The one-stop-shop for rugged industrial computer and mobile device solutions →

Air Cannons are pressure vessels with attached valve mechanisms that blast air at high-velocity speeds approaching MACH 2. They are frequently used to dislodge bulk material build-up and allow for maximum storage capacity. ESS Engineering Services & Supplies have developed a new Air Cannon system that is highly effective and safer than those previously available. … Continue reading New Air Cannon: Safer and more effective solution for bulk material build-up →

Verdantix research shows that engaging workers and creating an EHS culture throughout an organisation are key precursors to successful EHS programmes that deliver true business value. Companies can nurture this culture by empowering workers with mobile technology. Join Christine Adeline, Global Product Manager from SAI Global, and Steve Bolton, EHS Research Director from Verdantix, on May 16, 12.30pm AEST/ 10.30am SGP , … Continue reading Webinar focusses on mobile technology and EHS programme transformation →

For safety reasons, humans and robots have been going their physically separate ways for years now. Today, productivity increases as well as demographic change with an increasingly ageing working population are an impetus to tap into the potential of human-robot collaboration (HRC). If, however, humans and robots want to share a workspace, then the subject … Continue reading Safe human-robot collaboration →

In our modern world technology is inescapable, and in no place is it more vital than industry. Be that in the manufacturing industry or in the transport industry, or any industry in-between or otherwise, technology both shapes and is the key to the future. And key to modern industry technology is the smart device—particularly the … Continue reading 5 Things to Look at When Buying a Rugged Smart Device →

IMA Klessmann GmbH of Lübbecke, Germany is an international manufacturer of trend-setting manufacturing machines for the woodworking and craft furniture industries. In 2017, the company modernized a complex, multi-track transport system for wooden workpieces for one of France’s largest kitchen cabinetry manufacturers, Fournier SA of Thônes. In the process, a reliable monitoring system that prevents … Continue reading Simple, flexible and cost-effective machine safety implementation →

Humans and robots are working more closely together. Sensors help robots make more intelligent decisions and give them the ability to sense objects, the environment, or their own position. To download the white paper, fill out the form below:

Despite being a crucial component of so many industrial applications, pumps are renowned for breaking down, resulting in disturbances to production and costly repairs. This white paper discusses the three most common causes of pump failure in industrial applications and offers solutions that specifically address these problems. It details how improving the efficiency of a … Continue reading Go with the flow: Common causes of industrial pump failure and best practice solutions →

Conveying systems are an essential component to any operation that requires the transportation of bulk materials. Due to the harsh environments that conveyor systems are often situated in – and the type of materials they move – they are subject to a plethora of stresses that can cause components to break down. One of the … Continue reading Conveyor performance: How to optimise belt tracking systems and prevent downtime →

A booming defence industry in Australia is creating growth opportunities for manufacturers. With major projects and government programs supporting the industry for years to come, Australian manufacturers can invest in a sector that is expected to keep prospering. To download the white paper, please fill out the form below.

Industrie 4.0 is a buzz term at the moment for the future of manufacturing, but what exactly does it offer and what products can be used to harness it? Industrie 4.0 is the 4th industrial revolution, making use of the connected world we live in today. This paper focuses on the application of the automation … Continue reading Automation system PSS 4000 and Industrie 4.0 →