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Tec.nicum - the service division of the Schmersal Group - is presenting an "immaterial" product at SPS: a new qualification. Tobias Keller, Global Safety Consulting Coordinator at Tec.nicum, reveals what it's all about.
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Tec.nicum - the service division of the Schmersal Group - is presenting an "immaterial" product at SPS: a new qualification. Tobias Keller, Global Safety Consulting Coordinator at Tec.nicum, reveals what it's all about.

Automation specialists are in the process of laying the foundations for the introduction of apps into automation; IT functionality is set to move into the OT world. Also in this issue: customized machine safety, self-aware drive units and simulators for autonomous systems.

Schmersal is launching the SRB-E-302ST safety relay module and the SRB-E-402EM output extension. The safety relay module acts as an evaluation unit for two safety sensors and replaces several modules from the older AES series.

The 'System Engineering Tool' can be used to design complex cable installations for safety switchgear on machines and systems. Users can put together distributors and safety switches using drag & drop. Product Manager Udo Weber explains the system.

Schmersal has further developed the RSS260 safety sensor and equipped it with new software so that it now offers four additional, optionally selectable functions.
The safety function 'Safely limited speed with safety gate open' is relevant for set-up operation or troubleshooting on machines. Below is an example of a safety solution with a redundant encoder and safety controller.
Nomen est omen: The people behind the award-winning products were certainly delighted to receive the award in the Safety category. The winners at a glance.

With the 'SSW303HV', the Schmersal Group presents a sensorless standstill monitor that offers significant improvements compared to the predecessor models of the 'AZR' and 'FWS' series - including its universal application options.

With the SSW303HV, the Schmersal Group presents a sensorless standstill monitor that offers significant improvements compared to its predecessor models.

The Schmersal Group is launching the Safety Fieldbox with Profinet/ Profisafe fieldbus interface, which opens up new safety-related solution options especially for the packaging industry.