Switch To The Safest Option

Fortress Interlocks is a leader in machine safety specializing in keeping the people in the facility safe as well as increase productivity. The quality of their products is the reason why we would like to introduce the ncGuard line of non-contact safety switches.

These non-contact safety switches that can be used to automatically turn off power of machinery and prevent machinery from starting when the door of a hazardous area is open with the goal of keeping personnel safe. The ncGuard line incorporates both magnetic and RFID technologies.

Along with that, they are easy to install, extremely long-lasting and require minimal maintenance. These switches may be applied to many applications in the manufacturing, power, process, and transportation industries.

The line is currently composed of 6 products:

• FM Range - Magnetic Safety Switches
• FE Range - Magnetically Coded Safety Switches
• NCS Range - IP69K Solid State Hall Effect Sensors
• FS Range - Generic Code RFID Safety Switches
• FR Range - Individually Coded RFID Safety Switches
• ATOM - RFID Safety Interlock

The Safety Feature You Need!

Larco created a line of long-lasting safety mat systems that are essential for any manufacturing facility. The Industrial Safety Mats are ideal to endure the harshest environments and have a 4-year warranty. They are composed of a heavy-duty electrode assembly and durable outer shell that not only makes them durable, but they can also withstand as much as 3,000 psi without deforming or tearing.

Requiring only a light load for activation in normal foot traffic, they are:

• Impact resilient
• Abrasion resistant
• Totally submersible
• Slip & stain resistant

Larco has recently added a new feature to their Industrial Safety Mats line that allows manufacturers customize their orders to fulfill their specific safety needs, be attention grabbing, and to promote their brand or safety message without any setup fees!

The 12" x 12" graphic inserts are ideal for heavy foot and vehicle traffic since they are printed on the back of a .75 mil thick, clear polyvinyl material that shows through to the mat surface. Along with that, businesses can include custom-built logos to be included with their message.

If you would like to learn more about this essential safety feature for your facility, give us a call (800) 228-2790!

Scan Even The Most Difficult Barcodes!

The ABR Series imager-based barcode readers by Banner Engineering is the best solution to read even the most difficult to read 1D and 2D barcodes. For example, the ABR Series detects barcodes

printed on highly reflective surfaces, low quality, and damaged codes.

Along with that, Banner developed the Barcode Manager, an easy-to-use software that can connect, configure, and monitor multiple barcode readers. The ABR Series users can choose a one-step process for automatic setup and an advanced option that provides full access to device settings for full configuration.

The line of barcodes was developed with the automotive, electronics, packaging, material handling, food, beverage, and pharmaceutical companies in mind, but it can also benefit other industries.

Common Applications

• Device/Component traceability
• Direct part marking (DPM)
• Quality assurance
• Work-in-progress tracking
• Automated line changeover
• High-speed process control
• Package sortation and shipping
• End-of-line palletizing
• Primary and secondary package verification

We would love to demonstrate how the Banner Engineering ABR Series can benefit your production. For more information, please call (800) 228-2790.

Safety Has Never Been So Easy!

We want you to keep you informed about the latest technologies in the manufacturing industry,
especially when it comes to the safety of your employees.

That is why we developed a Cobot Safety seminar that feature:

• Yaskawa Motoman HC10 Collaborative Robot demo
• Banner Engineering safety product showcase
• Risk assessments
• Hands-on robots session

Do not miss the seminars coming up on February 26th - Columbus, OH and March 26th - Nashville, TN!

Meet the Banner Engineering Q5X Series!

The Banner Engineering Q5X Series is composed of high-power mid-range sensor that detects even the most challenging targets while saving time and costs. The device comes in a versatile IP67 rated housing that can be mounted outside of hazardous areas and it can detect the most acute angles from 9.5 cm to 2 meters away.

The Q5X can verify multiple conditions and with one single device you can:

• Detect clear and reflective objects
• Detect black targets against a black background
• Detect black targets against a shiny metal background
• Detect multicolor packaging and targets of all colors

The Q5X Series can be programmed via on-board user interface, remote teach, IO-Link, or optional sensor display. Besides the easy programming, the solution also offers real-time distance feedback that enables easy troubleshooting and is error proof.

Applications:

• Part in place inspections
• Part motion complete
• Detection of black plastic, leather, and rubber parts
• End of line pallet detection
• Shrink wrap detection
• Carton full/empty
• Box, tote, and pallet detection
• Detection of construction materials (timber, plywood, sheetrock, steel, asphalt, etc.)