PECM Issue 18 2016 | Page 66

Health & Safety The MLDSET construction kit: Muting at your discretion ith the Multiple Light Beam Safety Devices in the MLD 500 series, a total of 6 different muting operating modes can easily be implemented for a wide variety of applications. Configuration is carried out using wiring or pin assignments – other aids such as a PC, software etc. are no longer necessary. In addition to partial muting, MLD 500 safety sensors make timing controlled 2-sensor muting (T-Shape design) and sequence controlled 2-sensor muting (L-Shape design) possible. In addition, systems for timing controlled 4-sensor-muting can also be created with the modular system sets. W L-shape designs are used in situations where pallets exit danger zones, particularly if little space is available outside of the danger zone. With T-Shape designs the transport material can be moved in both directions through the protective field. Timing controlled 4-sensor muting is used when the muting sensor light beams should not cross due to a special application situation but must be parallel instead, e.g. with reflective materials or under disruptive environmental conditions. www.leuze.co.uk SMARTER PRODUCT USABILITY GUARDING WAS NEVER THIS GOOD. SAFETY LASER SCANNER RSL 400 With two autonomous protective functions, an operating range of 8.25 m and a scanning angle of 270°, the RSL 400 sets new standards in safety sensor technology. easy handling. Phone 01480 408 500 – www.leuze.co.uk 66 PECM Issue 18 Rolf Brunner, Head of Product Center – Laser Scanners