'Super' sensors to make conditions safer for miners
21 June, 2021A mechanical engineer has designed sensors that can detect early mechanical issues in oil and gas pipelines, making working conditions safer for miners.
Sonar: its time to surface
21 May, 2021 by Leighton Haliday, Director, SonaSafe 20/20Smarter sensors and better software, delivering increased performance and management capabilities, suggest that sonar technology's time in the sun is now.
COVIDSafe construction: does IoT hold the key?
19 April, 2021 by Daryl Chambers, Director, M2M ConnectivityWith construction at the centre of economic recovery efforts, what role can Internet of Things technology play in keeping jobsites operational in a ‘COVIDSafe’ way?
Introducing a New Generation of Safety Laser Scanner — Allen-Bradley SafeZone 3
01 April, 2021The SafeZone 3 CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP enables Integration of the SafeZone 3 safety laser scanner in a GuardLogix Control System available through NHP.
Complete sensor solutions for AGC systems in CEP distribution centers
01 March, 2021SICK offers its modular Eco-System for AGCs — with sensor solutions that make autonomous vehicles safe and efficient tools for enhanced intralogistical productivity.
Seven (potentially) deadly sins when setting up safety laser scanners
01 March, 2020SICK has developed a wealth of knowledge regarding the successful application of Safety Laser Scanner technology; in this guide you will find below expert advice to assist you with successful implementation of this technology.
Piloting a drone? You need to know these safety rules
13 November, 2019 by Simone Poulter*Unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, are being used increasingly in industries such as construction. Simone Poulter sets out some need-to-know safety rules.
Driving your industry 4ward: sensor intelligence as the foundation of Industry 4.0
01 September, 2019The data-based, networked, and autonomous value creation chain in production and logistics is the culmination of recent technological innovation.
SICK outdoorScan3 safety laser scanner
22 August, 2019SICK's outdoorScan3 safety laser scanner is designed to support safe human-machine interactions in outdoor areas.
Friction Plus by ADE mobile phone app
21 August, 2019Friction Plus by ADE is a mobile phone app that has been developed for miners to measure the coefficient of friction on a mine site's haul roads.
Topcon IM-2D Lux Meter
01 August, 2019The Topcon IM-2D Lux Meter is a digital illuminance meter that can be used to evaluate lighting facilities of sites such as factories, shops, schools and parks.
EXAIR Hot Tap Digital Flowmeter
09 July, 2019EXAIR's Hot Tap Digital Flowmeter allows users to identify high compressed air use areas, detect compressed air leaks and optimise air use.
Axioma Metering ultrasonic water metering range
26 April, 2019The Axioma Metering ultrasonic water metering range offers wide communication possibilities, IoT technology, metering accuracy and durable housing.
Keeping pedestrians safe around forklifts
05 October, 2018 by David Huisman, BodyGuardMaintaining pedestrian safety around forklifts is crucial on any worksite in order to prevent injury and death.
3D images give a clearer view
12 February, 2018 by Fabian Zimmer, Product Manager for 3D Compact Systems, SICK AG, WaldkirchOutdoor industrial environments are constantly changing and to ensure that changes are always detected, SICK has designed its Visionary-B sensors with two eyes, in the form of horizontally offset lenses.
