Does technology really make work safer?
01 August, 2019 by Peter Hern* | Supplied by: Universal RobotsThere is a growing dependence on automated processes and robots in industrial workplaces. But does this technology make workplaces safer?
Topcon IM-2D Lux Meter
01 August, 2019 | Supplied by: TechRentalsThe 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, 2019 | Supplied by: Compressed Air Australia Pty LtdEXAIR's Hot Tap Digital Flowmeter allows users to identify high compressed air use areas, detect compressed air leaks and optimise air use.
Worker injured by exploding earthmover tyre
08 July, 2019A young worker has suffered severe facial injuries after an earthmover's tyre exploded while he and another worker were removing a tyre from a split rim.
Broken crane sheave prompts release of safety guidelines
01 July, 2019Guidelines for safe mobile crane use have been released after a nylon hoist rope sheave failed in May, causing the load to drop and the sheave to break.
IDEC HS1T safety interlock switch
25 June, 2019 | Supplied by: IDEC Australia Pty LtdIDEC Corporation's HS1T interlock switch provides 5000 N of locking force and can be used on large doors and equipment to prevent hazard exposure.
Worker's foot amputated in feeder bin incident
24 June, 2019A worker's foot has been surgically amputated onsite after his legs became trapped in three exposed operating augers at the bottom of a feeder bin.
maxon BLDC motor
27 May, 2019 | Supplied by: Maxon Australia Pty LtdThe maxon BLDC motor offers the advantages of both outrunner and inrunner brushless DC motors.
Hydro Innovations Venturi-Aeration unit
14 May, 2019 | Supplied by: Hydro InnovationsThe Hydro Innovations Venturi-Aeration unit is an aerator that can be used in conjunction with a self-priming pump.
Axioma Metering ultrasonic water metering range
26 April, 2019 | Supplied by: AMS Water MeteringThe Axioma Metering ultrasonic water metering range offers wide communication possibilities, IoT technology, metering accuracy and durable housing.
SafeAir Phantom System smart drone parachute system
20 March, 2019 | Supplied by: ParaZero Drone Safety SystemsThe SafeAir Phantom System is a smart parachute system that monitors UAS drone flight in real time.
Konecranes MAINMAN planned crane maintenance service
15 March, 2019 | Supplied by: Konecranes AustraliaThe Konecranes MAINMAN planned maintenance service is designed to provide an in-depth picture of the condition of all cranes and related equipment, as well as routine maintenance work such as adjusting and lubricating.
Rail hire company deploys safer technology
21 February, 2019 | Supplied by: Plant AssessorWith a new rail hire division recently being established at machinery business Kennards Hire, the company was focused on ways to make its equipment safer.
Leuze electronic machinery safety consulting services
08 February, 2019 | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty LtdLeuze electronic machinery safety consulting services are designed to help businesses comply with the current functional safety standards, and can assist in all stages of the safety machine life cycle.
Silvent safety air knife
24 January, 2019 | Supplied by: Spray Nozzle EngineeringThe Silvent safety air knife is designed to reduce compressed air noise and usage.
