
Digitization of security devices
If new functions are added to components of safety devices, a complex recertification process is usually necessary. To simplify this, Hima is launching the next version of 'SILworX' on the market.
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If new functions are added to components of safety devices, a complex recertification process is usually necessary. To simplify this, Hima is launching the next version of 'SILworX' on the market.

With the safe radar system 'Psenradar' from Pilz, safe area monitoring in harsh environments can now be implemented for further applications: Thanks to extended field of view functions, the radar sensors can be integrated more easily.

The recent launch of the Pedestrian Proximity Detection solution took center stage at Logimat sand for Powerfleet with the topic of safety.

Contrinex has developed Ybes Extended Slim Type 4 safety light curtains especially for use in mechanical presses.

The SafeTpack from Hitex for the 'Aurix' microcontroller family from Infineon has received SIL 3 IEC 61508 certification from TÜV Süd.
The manufacturer-independent, standardized communication system IO-Link has been further developed into a system that can also be used for functional safety. Manufacturers currently offer system solutions for IO-Link Safety (IOLS).

How will technologies such as 5G, TSN, Industrial Control as a Service or ChatGPT influence factory automation? You can find answers to these questions, among others, in the current issue of Computer&Automation. Integrated in the current issue: the special issue Safety&Security.

The 'Lasal SafetyDesigner' engineering tool from Sigmetek includes two new safety function blocks for workspace monitoring of serial kinematics, 'Denavit-Hartenberg (DH) Transformation' and 'Collision Detection'.

The 'TBSN/TRSN' model series from TWK Elektronik includes rotary encoders for high functional safety requirements. They are SIL3 certified and ISO 26262 ASIL-D compliant.

'MGB2 Modular' from Euchner secures safety gates and fences on machines and systems during hazardous machine movements. Thanks to the modular system design, the interlock can be adapted to individual requirements.