How safe are your machines?
06 March, 2014In a workplace incident in Victoria, a young butcher had his hand partially amputated after it was caught in a mincer while he was cleaning it. Amputations are an all-too-common type of injury that can result from unguarded, unsafe machines in the workplace, and nobody wants a workplace accident to happen under their watch.
Treotham Automation Eichner Multifunctional Gate Box interlocking guard system
27 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe Eichner Multifunctional Gate Box from Treotham Automation is an interlocking guard system designed for the protection of safety doors on machines and systems that features an integrated lockout mechanism with optional escape release handle, and optional buttons and indicators.
ams AS5162 contactless magnetic position sensor
27 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Braemac Pty LtdThe AS5162 contactless magnetic position sensing technology from ams provides accurate position data for the latest active chassis control systems in the automotive industry.
Ezy2C Journey Management Planner (JMP) software
27 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Ezy2c Online GPS TrackingThe Journey Management Planner (JMP) from Ezy2C is designed to help companies comply with WHS laws for lone and remote workers.
Narda Safety Test Solutions IDA 2 Interference and Direction Analyzer
26 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Narda Safety Test Solutions GmbHNarda Safety Test Solutions has equipped the second generation of its Interference and Direction Analyzer with I/Q analyzer functions. Based on the I/Q data, the handheld IDA 2 generates high-resolution spectrograms, persistence spectrums and time domain displays that were previously only available from high-cost laboratory instruments. Radio spectrum interference and impairments can thus be detected and analysed on the spot.
Applying the brakes to earth leakage on mine sites
24 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaRockwell Automation has collaborated with Australian electrical engineering and manufacturing company Ampcontrol Group to successfully test a solution that detects the impact of earth leakage on mine sites.
Schmersal AZ300 mechatronic safety switch
24 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdThe Schmersal AZ300 mechatronic safety switch features an RFID-based electronic safety sensor and an IP69K rating.
Reer Admiral AX-LR Long Range safety light system
24 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe Reer Admiral AX-LR Long Range safety light system from Treotham Automation is designed for the protection of workers up to 60 m away in a range of industrial applications.
Gill Instruments WindObserverIS intrinsically safe ultrasonic anemometer
13 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Observator Instruments Pty LtdThe Gill Instruments WindObserver Intrinsically Safe ultrasonic anemometer is now certified by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for use in explosive atmospheres (Ex).
Banner Engineering SC26-2 Programmable Safety Controller
12 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty LtdThe Banner Engineering SC26-2 Programmable Safety Controller is used for PLC-level capability and control without the programming complexity and steep learning curve of traditional PLCs.
Are more regulations required for working at height?
12 February, 2014 by Gordon Cadzow, Secretary, Working at Height AssociationThe Working at Height Association has become increasingly concerned about the lack of safety focus directed at the building service and maintenance activities that inevitably follow after the design and construction phase.
Emerson integrated diagnostics prediction and protection system
06 February, 2014 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson Process Management has introduced an integrated diagnostics prediction and protection system for hydroelectric turbines that gives early warning of developing turbine problems, helping to reduce maintenance costs and improve safety.
Civil construction industry puts the brakes on for safety
30 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Reverse Alert Australia Pty LtdAn Australian-invented, aftermarket, automatic braking system that automatically applies the brakes when the rear sensors detect a person/object was recently trialled on a fleet of light commercial vehicles and trucks used in the civil construction/mining environment.
Intrinsically safe design for weighing in hazardous areas
29 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Mettler-Toledo LtdA Safe by Design white paper from Mettler Toledo explores intrinsically safe design for weighing in hazardous areas.
Sony Electronics W Series Rapid Dome IP Full HD/HD security cameras
22 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Sony Australia LtdSony Electronics has launched four Rapid Dome IP Full HD/HD security cameras that feature 30x optical zoom and what is said to be the fastest pan speed, highest frame rate and widest dynamic range available.
