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July 2008 - Issue 03/2008
| Essential reading for developers, users, and those contemplating using SafetyBUS p and Safety NET p products. Safety Network Insight is also available in German, French, Italian and Japanese. See the Register panel to request other languages. |
Safety Network International e.V. with a new internet presence – www.safety-network.de
The new Safety Network International e.V. internet site went live. Interested visitors can find current news and information on the topic of Safety and Automation. Read more!
SafetyBUS p connection now also available for VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302
A big challenge for machine builders is safety in the workplace. According to the Machinery Directive, the manufacturer of a machine must ensure that operation, set-up and maintenance may be carried out without endangering the health and safety of workers (provided the machinery is used appropriately and for the intended purpose).Read more!
The system description for the safety Ethernet system SafetyNET p is now available.
It is becoming increasingly more common in modern automation technology, that the widely available Field Bus communication is a restriction. It is therefore important to make new systems available with higher performance. The SafetyNET p system description defines the trends of modern automation technology and shows their effects on Field Bus communication. Read more!
Experts pass on their knowledge and expertise on Machine Safety and Industrial Communication Systems.
The second Academy day is due to take place on the 18th September 2008 in Munich under the umbrella topics Machine Safety and Industrial Communication Systems, and will be hosted by Safety Network International e.V. and TÜV Süd GmbH.Read more!
Safety Network Japan
The topic machinery safety and especially the industrial safety communications will become increasingly important even in Japan. Safety Network Japan provides support on the spot.Read more!
All you need to know about the Industrial Ethernet
Operators and manufacturers of machines and plants do not require any specialised know-how for the various communication systems. However, it is necessary that the industrial Ethernet user becomes familiar with certain new techniques and terms. We at Safety Network would like to support these users.Read more!
FAQ’s relating to the transition of the Machinery Directive
The current Machinery Directive, 98/37/EC, is to be replaced by the new Machinery Directive, 2006/42/EC, with effect from 29 December 2009. After discussion with the member countries and the notified bodies the European Commission has published a list of questions and answers (FAQ’s) that will help relating to the transition from the current Machinery Directive 98/37/EG to the revised Machinery Directive 2006/42/EG.Read more!
Next Issue
| In the next issue we will publish an interview with the board member Klaus Löffler of Trumpf, will give an outlook on current events in the autumn and other new products. |