productRefrigerant recovery service
A-Gas UK has unveiled a new refrigerant recovery service to help engineers and end-users transform the way they tackle the job.
product
productFor static locking and dynamic braking
When it comes to machine safety, Aventics focuses on three pillars: high-quality components, the use of sensors and networked systems, and support from developers. A typical example is the LU6 locking unit for static locking and dynamic braking.
articleUp to standard
John Ingram, global product manager at Kee Safety, explains why contractors should be paying attention to the BSI Standard for ‘Safety of Machinery – Permanent means of access to machinery’ and specifying self-closing safety gates.
productHybrid adhesives
Protecting the workforce and environment through ever-tightening health and safety rules has a double edge. Of course, it’s in everyone’s best interests but for those whose job it is to evaluate the suitability of hazard-labelled products against process needs and company policy, tougher legislation means a lot more work.
productCompliant to ISO-14119
The Schmersal Group will exhibit safety systems for complete plants and complex machinery at this year’s Motek ( 9th to 12th October 2017, Stuttgart, Germany, Hall 7, Stand 7103).
productHospital’s access problems cured
Kee Systems has recently provided Sunderland Royal Hospital with several bespoke access platforms to allow safe access to plant and equipment situated on the new Emergency Department’s roof.
productLondon Underground to use proximity warning systems
OnGrade has signed a new contract to supply its Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) proximity warning systems, SiteZone EasyFit and SiteZone iNstant, on plant and delivery vehicles used on London Underground’s Four Lines Modernisation Programme.
articleNew guidance on reducing unintended movement of plant
Unintended movement of plant machinery occurs when inadvertent operation of a control such as a switch, lever or pedal occurs, causing unintended machine movement which can potentially cause serious injuries and fatalities. HSM explores a new publication which has been developed in conjunction with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), in a bid to prevent this from happening.
productProject planning tool
In response to customer demand, Wieland Electric has developed the new samos PLAN 6 project planning tool – user friendly programming software with the option of automatic or manual configuration.
productMachinery safety training courses and seminars from Pilz in 2018
Pilz Automation Technology has set the dates for its range of machinery safety training courses and seminars for 2018.
Filter posts
HSM Newsletter
HSM publishes a weekly eNewsletter, delivering a carefully chosen selection of the latest stories straight to your inbox.
Subscribe here