NexSafe Functional Safety Certified Brakes for Linear and Profile Rails and Guides

January 5, 2021

Nexen’s Spring Engaged, Air Released Rail Brakes are safety certified to comply with international safety standard ISO 13849-1. Category Level up to 4 and Performance Level up to e, able to be achieved using NexSafe products in recommended configuration.

INDUSTRY 4.0 SOLUTION Nexen’s Rail Brake Operating Mode Sensors for either Engagement or Disengagement are Industry 4.0 compatible and can provide information to maximize machine efficiency. Having this information available aides with:

  •    –   Accurate Linear Positioning
  •    –   Predictive Maintenance
  •    –   Operational Feedback

 

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