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August 2010 |
| Sponsor: Rockwell Automation |
Protecting People, Productivity and Planet
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| Sponsor: SICK |
Learn Machine Safety Basics
Learn Machine Safety Basics at the 2010 SICK Solutions Forums (next Forum in September in the Atlanta area). From perimeter guarding a work cell, to point-of-operation guarding on a machine, Safety Experts at SICK give a complete overview of various optoelectronic safeguarding strategies.
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| Featured Articles |
Action needed on metalworking safety
Manufacturers’ Monthly, June 2010
By Hartley Henderson
Safety in the metal working and machine tools industry remains a major concern with a continuing high rate of injuries and some recent fatalities.
Automating The Permit Process
Maintenance Technology, June 2010
By Bryan Gay, CHAMPS Software
One area where automation brings immediate measurable benefits to any organization is permitting. Whether you use the term "Permit to Work" or simply "permit," there are software solutions to automate your process. |
| Product Sponsor - elobau Sensor |
 Machine Safety Switches, Relays, E-stops and Interlocks
A wide range of cost-effective solutions including IP69K switches, EN ISO 13849-1 Control Units and keyed interlock switches. |
The Details of the Safety Standards
Automation World, May 2010
By Rob Spiegel
While changing safety standards are always part of the industry environment for plant machine manufacturers, the standards that will go into affect for Europe at the end of next year provide a shift in how safety is assessed.
Safety to Operate
Control Design, May 2010
By Jim Montague
Machine safety still is viewed by management and operators at too many manufacturers as a costly drag on production. Fortunately, it's become increasingly obvious that a little investment in machine safety now can pay huge long-term dividends in reduced downtime and improved production.
New standard in competency for Ex protection
Oil&Gas Engineer, April 2010
The development of the IECEx Scheme for Certification of Personnel Competency has created a new standard by which all plant owners can judge if they have competent staff looking after Ex equipment.
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| Sponsor: ISA |
ISA Training: 3-for-2
To help you and your colleagues get the training you need during these difficult economic times, ISA is offering three registrations to any classroom training course for the price of two registrations: 3-for-2!
As an added bonus, you can still take advantage of ISA’s regular group pricing on the second registration. That’s an additional $100 savings on your total registration!
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| Application Stories |
Safety Inspections and Light Curtains at BMW’s Die-casting plant
Process & Control Today, June 2010
To ensure that no one can enter these danger areas during the cycle time because there is movement, especially during the automatic removal of the cast component, BMW rely upon Leuze electronic's COMPACT safety light curtain.
AMCI Encoders Improve Fire Truck Safety
By Advanced Micro Controls
Amity makes Ladder base swivels that allow for rotation of the aerial ladder on fire trucks. The position of the aerial ladder on a fire truck needs to be monitored for safety, so Amity replaced proximity switches with absolute analog DuraCoders.
ASV submersible vehicles use Variohm shaft angle sensors
Process and Control Today, May 2010
ASV selected Novotechnik GL series hollow shaft potentiometric angle sensors from Variohm EuroSensor to provide rotary position feedback as an intrinsic part of in-house designed actuators used for the steering and ride stabilisation control system.
Quarry upgraded whilst fully operational
South Africa Instrumentation & Control, May 2010
Laezonia Quarry in South Africa installed new electrical and instrumentation cable racking, cables, local isolator panels, safety instrumentation, pull ropes etc, without impacting on production and with both plants in operation.
Leuze helps ensure operator safety at VW’s press-shop
Process and Control Today, April 2010
VW’s press shop includes two large capacity crossbar presses with a total press capacity of 73,000KN, running at a speed of up to 15 strokes per minute. To provide protection for the workers, the danger areas surrounding where the transfer vehicles operate are guarded by Leuze safety light barriers.
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| White Papers |
Protective Capabilities of Arc-Resistant Motor Control Centers
By Rockwell Automation
Paper summarizes key features and capabilities of an effective arc-resistant MCC design and explains how this technology can help reduce arc-flash hazards and minimize risks.
Using Decoupled Parallel Mode For Safety Applications
Embedded Computing Design, January 2010
By Markus Baumeister, Freescale Semiconductor
MPC564xL dual-core MCU can employ its cores either in lock-step mode or decoupled parallel mode. Lock-step mode provides a certified SIL 3 capability. This paper describes software architectures for building a safety-related system, how sensors and actuators should be accessed, and what other software measures are necessary. Registration required.
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| Resources & Literature |
CSB Releases Hot Work Safety Video
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) released a 14-minute safety video warning of the hazards of welding and other hot work activities in and around storage tanks containing flammable materials. Hot work is defined as burning, welding, or similar spark-producing operations that can ignite fires or explosions. See the video at www.csb.gov/videoroom/detail.aspx?VID=44
Banner Publishes 2010 Catalog
Catalog covers sensors, vision, wireless, indicators, and machine safety products.
TURCK publishes Reference Guide for Intrinsically Safe Products
Interface and Intrinsic Safety Quick Reference Guide provides an overview of intrinsically safe products, including amplifiers, analog I/O, solenoid drivers, speed monitors, and relay and power supplies.
Getting a Safety Trip Alarm SIL certified
Product Safety Case Study describes how Moore Industries obtained IEC 61508 SIL certification for its STA Safety Trip Alarm through TÜV Rheinland.
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| Featured Training |
Introductory One-Day Seminar on EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet
September 22, 2010
Location: Detroit, MI, USA
Introduction to EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet.This seminar gives a technical overview of the Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) and EtherNet/IP, including its extensions for functional safety, synchronization, and motion.
Safety Automation Forum
November 2, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, USA
Safety Automation Forum focuses on best practices and education for the next generation manufacturer.
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| Company & Organizational News |
Rockwell's Emergency-Stop Push Buttons Earn TÜV Safety Certification
Rockwell Automation earned TÜV certification for the B10d Functional Safety rating on all styles of Allen-Bradley emergency-stop push buttons.
IEC certifies competency of personnel working in hazardous areas
To obtain an IECEx Certificate of Personnel Competency, the candidate will have to undergo a series of knowledge tests and an assessment of qualifications and experience.
Safety-over-EtherCAT Now an International Standard
Together with the IEC 67184-3 specification, the Safety-over-EtherCAT Protocol has been accepted unanimously by the 27 national IEC committees.
SICK signs Process Value Automation as distributor
PVA, headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, specializes in industrial process controls and instrumentation.
Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group announces openSAFETY
With openSAFETY, the Ethernet POWERLINK Standardization Group (EPSG) has now laid the foundation for the first completely open safety-related data communication protocol for all areas of automation.
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| Featured Events |
Automation & Robotics World Show 2010
August 26, 2010 - August 29, 2010
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Automation & Robotics World Show 10, the country's most awaited exhibition gives a way to success to the new innovations and opportunities for that vast industrial segment comprising of power, Pharmaceutical, Terminal Automation, and Tank Farm Automation.
International Manufacturing Technology Show
September 13, 2010 - September 18, 2010
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show management will host the first-ever Industry Inspiration Day as part of the September 13 kick-off for the all-new IMTS Industry & Technology Conference.
ISA Automation Week
October 4, 2010 - October 6, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
ISA Automation Week 2010 will feature intensive educational and applications-based technical conference sessions delivered by subject matter experts. Discrete and process automation professionals will have a chance to learn innovative techniques and solutions for creating more efficient, productive, and economical manufacturing processes.
Automation Fair
November 3, 2010 - November 4, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, United States
Discover smart, safe, sustainable manufacturing at Automation Fair® 2010. Attend in-depth tech sessions and hands-on labs. Visit more than 100 exhibits and displays. Learn best practices at specialized industry forums. As always, there’s no charge to attend Automation Fair – it’s all free.
Autotek Indonesia 2010
November 4, 2010 - November 6, 2010
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
AUTOTEK INDONESIA 2010 is the only specialized Industrial Automation event that brings together an international congregation of automation companies gathered in the capital city of Jakarta to showcase the latest developments in Industrial Automation technologies.
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