157 press releases : Personal protection, Machine safety

The telemetry receivers range includes products with minimum features up to the most complete which satisfy any installation requirement. The digital receivers allow the control of P&T and motorized zoom lenses up 1200 m (3900 ft) distance, by a twisted pair cable. In case of using the DTRX3 receiver with the DTCOAX optional card and DTMRX2, a coax cable, which is used for the video signal, can be ...

Port-Nou Terminal was the setting of an emergency drill that served to evaluate the efficiency of the Personnel Cage model BA-185 of the company TEC CONTAINER, S.A. The emergency drill took place in the Port of Barcelona, in cooperation with the Emergency Services of Estibarna-Fremap, the Port Police, Estibarna y Prevestiba and proved the functionality of the new Personnel Cage, and the coordina...

The latest addition to the BEx beacon range from E2S is an ATEX approved high output 21 Joule Xenon beacon. Available with a choice of six lens colours (Red, Amber, Yellow, Blue, Green and Clear), it is designed to give a high output for areas where a brighter alarm signal is required. Certified for use in Zones 1 & 2 and 21 & 22, it is suitable for the great majority of hazardous areas and its pow...

Standard in higher design quality instead of “do-it-yourself” Every safety guard of a machine or plant is, besides a safety switching system, equipped with a control panel, by means of which the operator can at least activate the emergency stop, on/off and reset functions. Usually, these control panels are manufactured by the machine builder according to the “do-it-yourself” principle. Especial...

Our most economical respirator delivers lots of value. The Apollo 20 is a single-shell construction helmet supported by an adjustable suspension. The Apollo 20 comes standard with DLX comfort-fit suspension. The DLX suspension surrounds the operator’s head with comfortable padding. A chin strap holds the helmet firmly in place. The rectangular window provides a clear field of view. An inner f...

Handling glove, grey water repellent cowhide palm, water repellent split leather back, driver style with back elasticated. Protective glove exclusively against mechanical risks in a wet environment. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT : CATEGORY II EN 388 : mecanichal risks Abrasion : 2 / 4 Cut : 1 / 5 Tear : 2 / 4 Puncture : 1 / 4 EN 420 : general requirement...

The new version of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC comes into force on 29.12.2009. The new rules are relevant primarily for manufacturers of automation equipment, handling systems, integrated manufacturing systems and machine tools. The focus is on vertical moving systems (also known as Z axes) which until now were onlybraked, but not locked. The new version of Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC come...

PATLITE Corporation released the BDV series panel-mount MP3 compatible audible annunciator that produces the high sound pressure of 87dB at 1 meter. The compact box design is ideal for use with control panels or production equipment where the installation space is limited. Audio data is field-programmable with an optional SD card. Total recording time of 63.5 seconds (at 64kbit/s) can be div...

PATLITE Corporation released the BKV series panel-mount MP3 compatible audible annunciator that produces the high sound pressure of 95dB at 1 meter with low profile housing. Audio data is field-programmable with an optional SD card. Total recording time of 63 seconds (at 64kbit/s) can be divided into 5 channels by bit input or 31 channels by binary input. Sound volume and playback mode also ...

The fast and easy way to get a guarding The secure fixation between the upright and the guarding element is realised with an up-to-date connection element, which fulfils all actual safety requirements for guarding systems and guarding elements. Upright and guarding element comprise all necessary components with delivery. This means the final assembly of the guarding elements can be performed wi...

AXESS TMC enhances its extensive range of solutions with an advanced and new Video Surveillance system including:  Complete and useful software Suite  Smart Search & Ease Playback  Advanced Video Analisys  Seamless Integration with XAtl@s platform As a matter of fact, thanks to the constant evolution of hardware and software technology for image analysis, th...

The French government increases the protection of people in the tunnels of Paris and its suburb. The Tunneligé, a tailored made product by KM EUROP has been choosen. It is a sonorization system with an amplification rack, and loudspeakers from 120 to 130 dB. In case of emergency, the speakers located on top of the exits broadcast messages. KM Europ also supplied the monitoring software.

ReCoila is participating to The Safety Show which will be running from Tuesday October 27 to Thursday October 29, at Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park. The Trade Show is sponsored by Workcover NSW and hosts the concurrent Safety Conference, presented by the Safety Institute of Australia (NSW Division) Inc. ReCoila will showcase some of its most popular models of hose reels which can be u...

Krusman insulated cabinet with walls, ceiling and floor made of 50 mm insulated sandwich elements with a surface of coated steel plates. The cabinet has self closing/opening pending doors. The inside floor has a vinyl carpet and drainage. The lightning and radiator are suitable for sanitary areas. The product is also available for Ex-classified environments and with a heater. We are demonstratin...

BOLLE SAFETY, the leading brand. For more than 120 years, Bollé Safety is now more than ever one of the indisputable leaders in the safety market. Incessantly in search of high-tech products, Bollé Safety has one only objective: to detect all possible work environment risks and provide tangible technological solutions and specially targeted treatments. Confi dent of its know-how and its to...

DA135 Intrinsically Safe LED Beacon from RTK Instruments RTK Instruments has developed a new range of LED Beacons, which provide powerful visual alarm signals in both hazardous and safe areas. The DA135 is ATEX certified for use in Zone 0, 1 or 2 hazardous areas and is available in five super-bright colours. The ruggedised and encapsulated enclosure makes this an ideal choice for the harsh env...

LN1000 Intrinsically Safe Alarm Annunciator from RTK Instruments Alarm system specialists, RTK Instruments, have solved many of the traditional problems of providing alarm indication in hazardous areas. The LN1000 is a totally unique product providing visual and audible indication of alarm status for personnel within all hazardous areas. The unit is fully ATEX certified by BASEEFA for use in...

Peli™ Products, the global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced lighting systems and virtually indestructible case has announced that several of their safety approved torch models will fully comply with updated ATEX safety standards. The ATEX Directive embodies the European requirements for equipment used in potentially explosive atmospheres; changes in the standards are effective o...

New quality seal for Euroswitch Srl. The company achieved important recognition with ATEX Certification (from the French ATmospheres EXplosibles), which regulates the use of various products and components in “potentially explosive atmospheres”. The first ATEX Directive (94/9/CE) covers electrical and non-electrical materials for potentially explosive atmospheres and aims to bring together the ...

With effect from 29.12.2009, the current Machinery Directive will be replaced by the new version 2006/42/EC – without transition period. The revisions in the new Machinery Directive impact the following in particular: • Machine Manufacturers • Manufacturers of the newly defined “partly completed machines” • Operators of machine assemblies such as Robotic Cells and Automated Production lines ...