June 3, 2016 - Keyence Corp. of America announced the SZ-V Series of safety laser scanner. The scanner, with a protection range at 8.4m (27.56’), integrates a camera directly into the unit.
The camera is designed to simplify installation and capture images & video when an object or person enters the protected area. The SZ-V also has a detachable display that provides real-time feedback, protection zone information and access to historical data, without interrupting the scanners operation
Additional features include a system memory plug, network compatibility such as EtherNet/IP, and the ability to receive encoder inputs. Series connecting up to three units together is also possible with the SZ-V, reducing the necessary wiring.
Enhancements to both the laser and how the signal is processed allow for the unit to stably differentiate between people/objects and dust or mist. The SZ-V features the industry’s smallest beam pitch at 0.1? , allowing for 4X the number of beams over the same area as a conventional scanner. This, along with a beam spot reduced by 1/3, provides stability in any environment.
