March 17, 2026 In an increasingly digitalized world, the number of security-related vulnerabilities is constantly increasing. In particular, security gaps in software cannot be 100 % prevented. As such it is more important than ever to provide security-critical information quickly, reliably and in an internationally machine-readable format, so that vulnerabilities can be addressed using recommended…
March 16, 2026 Product Spotlight: QWTLF Series Wall Mount LED Tower Light Introducing the QWTLF Series, a robust LED tower light designed with visibility, durability, and safety in mind—now available at ITC. Built for industrial environments where space and movement matter, the QWTLF features a low-profile wall mount bracket with a wide footprint, offering reliable installation and…
March 3, 2026 Work safely and productively – with safety switches from Pilz Movable guards such as swing gates and sliding gates, flaps or covers, can be found in almost every application. If there are dangerous overrun movements, a safety locking device with appropriate manipulation protection in accordance with EN ISO 14119 is required. The safety gate cannot be…
February 25, 2026 Adding a control station for equipment deployed in hygienic environments, where it will be exposed to washdowns, humidity and cleaning agents, requires careful consideration of a long list of priorities. These include a robust enclosure to protect internal electrical components like pushbuttons, maintenance of hygienic standards and effective rust protection — all…
February 23, 2026 Discover the MYZEL Lifecycme Platform in an interactive tour. Experience step by step how the platform supports you through the entire machine lifecycle – explore features, understand benefits, discover applications. Intuitive in every step, fully interactive. MYZEL Lifecycle Platform Safety for human and machine in one software package Manage your machine lifecycle!…
February 17, 2026 When a seismic event strikes, every second counts. Electrical infrastructure must not only endure the physical shock but be ready to return to operation as soon as possible. That’s why seismic compliance isn’t just a checkbox, it’s a powerful statement about a product’s resilience and reliability. For critical industries that rely on…
February 17, 2026 This blog article analyses the technical requirements, selection criteria, and application limits of capacitor-based buffer modules using practical application examples. Power outages pose a significant risk to the operational continuity of electrical systems. In Germany, the average unavailability of electrical energy, according to SAIDI (System Average Interruption Duration Index), is 12.2 minutes* per…
February 12, 2026 Manual restart is a thing of the past Everything runs smoothly and safely Unilin’s goal is “Zero Harm” – i.e. to create a working environment in which safety for human and machine is the top priority. However, the existing woodworking processes at the production site in Izegem, Belgium, did carry certain risks….
February 2, 2026 Enhanced firmware adds EnDat 2.2 safe feedback support for linear motor applications, extending functional safety capabilities and enabling SIL 3 compliance Kollmorgen Corporation, a global leader in motion control systems, released the next update for the SafeMotion™ Monitor (SMM) firmware: SMM 3.0. This upgrade expands functional safety support for linear motors and…
February 2, 2026 With the Safety Distance Calculator, Pilz provides a free, browser-based software tool, making it much easier for users to calculate safety distances for safety light curtains. Calculations can now be carried out in accordance with the previous version of EN ISO 13855 as well as the revised EN ISO 13855:2024. What does…
January 28, 2026 Objective The objective of the training is to put across to you the processes and standards that are important in the design and evaluation of safety-related control systems. This training course addresses how EN ISO 13849-1 (the safety-related control systems standard) is applied in automation and equipment design. In addition, we introduce you to…
December 15, 2025 Festo’s new CMMT-AS-S3 servo drive series enables machine builders to achieve higher levels of functional safety while simplifying design, wiring, and certification. The CMMT-AS servo drives give OEMs a choice between two distinct safety levels – Basic (S1) and the new Advanced (S3) – offering a flexible, cost-effective way to meet safety…
December 10, 2025 Design Risk Assessment, Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test with Pilz Key phases of the design, manufacture, and supply of plant and machinery are based on different legal and normative requirements. For this reason, it is important that all legal requirements are met at these points, before the plant/machinery is transferred to the next phase. The legal provisions vary…
November 17, 2025 The Future of Process Heating: Phoenix Contact is Setting a New Standard for Safe Automation in Industrial Process Heating The PLCnext Technology ecosystem from Phoenix Contact now satisfies globally applicable standards such as DIN EN ISO 13577-2/4 and NFPA 85, 86, 87 for industrial process heating. With this development, the company is positioning itself in both the European and…
November 17, 2025 As the world’s fastest growing economy, India is establishing a legal framework for Machinery Safety – and therefore for the protection of human and machine. The “Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024”, approved by the Ministry of Heavy Industries, is expected to come into force from 1 September…
November 17, 2025 CSA Group’s European Campus in Plattling, Germany Located in Plattling, Germany, CSA Group’s European head office and its product testing laboratories offer end-to-end testing, inspection, and certification services to manufacturers seeking global market access. Take a lab tour and explore their testing and certification capabilities at our key European campus in Bavaria,…
