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September, 1999
Features
Analyzing the need for machine safeguarding
Assessing the degree of risk associated with a machine is a necessary first step in eliminating hazards or providing appropriate safeguards.
Double output from single cells
A single-cell machining system with dual spindle modules provides flexibility for lean manufacturing along with the aggressive production rates of a transfer line.
Measurement and motion become one
Combining two technologies makes for a rugged, reliable, and easy-to-install system.
Mechanical guarding
Easy guarding According to manufacturer 80/20 Inc., Columbia City, Ind., Guard It T-Slotted aluminum extrusions are easy to assemble, requiring only simple hand tools. The extrusions come in...
Next-generation grinding
Streamlining specific production processes leads to innovative grinding methods and machine designs that compliment them.
Optoelectronic devices
Laser scanner The new FF-SE series safety laser scanner from the Micro Switch Div. of Honeywell Inc., Freeport, Ill., combines radar and laser principles to scan computer-defined areas around...
Other safeguards
Mat sensitive under pressure The FF-SM series safety mat from the Honeywell Micro Switch Division can detect the presence of a load greater than 66.1 lb anywhere on its surface. The mats come in...
Revised rules for robot safety
The newly revised robot-safety standard now requires minimum safety criteria, and companies may have to retrofit some
Robots are on the move
These flexible workers are making welds, moving parts, and cutting materials everywhere from large automakers to their smallest suppliers.
Shop safeguards
As manufacturing processes become more automated, machine guarding takes on critical importance.
