Ensuring machine safety in the workplace is a legal requirement and a moral obligation. Accidents and injuries resulting from inadequate safety measures can have devastating consequences for the individual and the overall well-being of the business. From physical harm to financial liabilities and reputational damage, the impact of workplace incidents can be far-reaching and long-lasting.
Staying current on machine safety regulations allows businesses to utilize technological advancements and innovative solutions. This article will explore the ANSI B11.0 updates and discuss how Wieland Electric can assist with safety services.
The Significance of Machine Safety Regulations
Workplace accidents occur far too frequently, resulting in injuries, fatalities, and economic losses. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports millions of nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses annually. In 2022, the workplace fatality rate per 100,000 workers was 1.3 compared to 1.1 in 2021.
Beyond the human toll, workplace accidents also have significant financial implications for businesses. The direct costs of injuries include medical expenses, workers’ compensation claims, and potential legal fees. Accidents also have indirect costs, such as reduced productivity, damaged equipment, increased insurance premiums, and potential regulatory penalties.
The ANSI B11.0 Updates
Machine safety regulations exist to prevent workplace accidents and mitigate the associated risks. They are developed based on extensive research, analysis of accident data, and collaboration with industry experts. Moreover, these regulations set out guidelines and requirements for machine design, construction, installation, and operation.
ANSI B11.0 is a widely recognized American National Standard for machine safety. It establishes principles and regulations for the layout, installation, and operation of machines to reduce hazards and protect those who deal with them. It is also periodically updated to incorporate technological advancements, industry best practices, and emerging safety standards.
The following are some noteworthy changes to ANSI B11.0-2020 from the previous edition of the same standard:
Guidance on this standard and type-C standards has been revised and updated.
The roles of component suppliers, machine suppliers, and machine users were defined.
The standard now emphasizes the practicality of risk-reduction methods.
Guidance on dealing with existing (legacy) equipment has been updated.
Instructions on various topics were expanded, including prevention through design (PtD), achieving acceptable risk, and validating and verifying risk reduction measures.
Wieland Electric for Machine Safety
Wieland Electric is a trusted provider of safety solutions, offering the following services designed to assist businesses in meeting safety standards effectively:
Risk Assessments
We specialize in conducting thorough risk assessments, a fundamental component of any safety program. Our expert team can examine the machinery, identify potential hazards, and assess the associated risks. By understanding the specific risks present in the workplace, business owners and managers can implement targeted safety measures to mitigate those risks effectively.
Safety Measures Implementation
Once the risks are identified, our team works closely with customers to develop appropriate safety measures. We provide tailored solutions to meet unique requirements — installing safety devices, upgrading existing systems, modifying machinery, and more.
Validation and Compliance
Wieland Electric offers valuable assistance in validating implemented safety measures through comprehensive testing and evaluation. Our process ensures that machinery meets the necessary security standards, providing peace of mind and instilling confidence in workplace protocols. This proactive approach helps to mitigate potential dangers and create a safer working environment for employees.
Let Wieland Electric Help You Improve Your Safety Standards!
At Wieland Electric, we understand the importance of taking the first step toward machine safety! That’s why we offer a free 30-minute phone consultation to help you get started. During this virtual meeting, our safety experts will listen to your concerns, and define the best approach to create your safety solution.
For manufacturing and supply chain customers we are heavily focused on safety services. By making sure machines are compliant with the latest safety regulations and laws, companies can avoid costly fines, penalties, and even criminal charges while improving the health and safety of their workers. Having a well-designed safety solution also helps reduce downtime and improves productivity.
Services we offer:
Safety Consultation
Risk Assessment
Lockout/ tag-out (LOTO)
Safety Design & Mitigation
Validation
Maintenance & modification as it relates to safety
At Promat you can chat with our safety expert about our safety services and interact with the latest products. Our booth will feature interactive stations to demonstrate our functional safety components. Our latest safety module SAMOS PRO MOTION has all of the functionalities for comprehensive monitoring of speed, rotation direction, and position in its basic module, without the need for an additional motion module. This saves space, material, and costs. Ideal for applications using automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS).
In addition, a working conveyor demo is outfitted with safety guards, our advanced 3-phase power distribution system, and so much more. Touch, pry, pull, or interrupt! See the actions and reactions of the system on the HMI screen.
The revolutionary 3-phase power system, podis®, uses non-destructive insulation piercing technology for a safe, flexible, and guaranteed connection every time.
This webinar will look in detail at the differences between the two most important safety directives in the world: OSHA and the Machinery Directive. ISO has long been the global standard for machine safety, however, following only the ISO guidelines may not guarantee compliance with ANSI. This webinar is for anyone looking to have their machine comply with safety requirements in North America.
*This webinar is in English. Registration is on our international site. Please follow the link below.*
The new IP67 ethernet switch from Wieland Electric enables reliable operation in harsh industrial and other environmental conditions
Industrial automation is increasingly relying on the decentralized and flexible connection of automation components. This also applies to IP or ethernet switches, which are no longer only mounted in the control cabinet, but also directly on the machine. In order to ensure the reliable operation of the network components under these circumstances, the devices must meet the requirements of harsher working environments. After all, they are directly exposed to harmful elements such as dust, moisture, and electromagnetic radiation. Wieland Electric offers a suitable solution for this with the new wienet IP67 switch.
The wienet IP-SWITCH UMS 8-W-M12 is equipped with robust metal housing and is used under the most adverse environmental conditions. Water splashes, other contaminants, and high temperatures of up to 75° Celsius are handled without any problems. In addition, the switch complies with the EN 50155 standard, making it suitable for the higher requirements of railroad applications. Fluctuations and interruptions in the power supply are tolerated, as are vibrations, shocks, and high humidity. The compact device is easy to maintain, features a long service life, and has high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
The plug & play feature of the new IP67 switch from Wieland Electric enables fast commissioning even without programming experience. Sensors and actuators can be connected robustly and reliably via eight M12 Fast Ethernet ports, which contributes to low failure rates. Its compatibility in conjunction with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) within the IEC 61131-2 framework also ensures reliable network operation with the lowest probability of failure.
Optimally suited for modular systems: The robust and compact IP67 unmanaged ethernet switch from Wieland Electric ensures reliable operation even in harsh environmental conditions.
We have a new line-up of webinars scheduled for this fall. We are pleased to have our safety experts conduct two seminars on machine safety which will take you through a mock risk assessment as well as the validation process in the second webinar. In addition, we will have a special presentation regarding decentralized drive control and Integrated Safe Torque Off (STO). See information and registration details below.
Mock Risk Assessment with ANSI B110
Thursday, October 13 @ 1:00 pm ET – Recording Available!
Presenter: Todd McCoy
Averse to risk assessments? Join us for a risk-free risk assessment for industrial machinery, in which we go through the steps of assessing a robot cell. Using ANSI B110 for the latest standards the webinar will look at how to create a guideline-compliant risk assessment. This is part of a two-part webinar. In the second webinar, we will look at the Validation Process.
Decentralized Drive Control with Integrated Safe Torque Off
Tuesday, November 8th @ 1:45 PM ET – Recording Available!
Presenter: Jim Cahaly
Decentralized drive control can vastly improve the performance of conveyors and other applications using drives. The podis® MS 5HP integrates Safe Torque Off (STO) features into one motor starter and ensures guaranteed functional safety requirements are met. In this webinar, you will learn about all of the features which make the motor starter unique in its class as well as how it integrated with the Wieland decentralized power bus system.
After completing a risk assessment and implementing the appropriate safety solutions, your system must undergo a validation process. This webinar will go over the validation process according to EN ISO 13849-2 and what you need to know before starting.
If you are just starting a safety review process or need additional help at a particular stage, Wieland Electric can provide a consultation and a plan of action for the next steps. We support you from the outset and provide expert guidance every step of the way, from the initial risk assessment to validation and education. Whether it’s training, one-on-one consultations, or full project implementation — you decide how much support you need.
Over a dedicated meeting and assessment, the safety expert will walk you through the requirements and the next steps. Depending on the project, some consultations can be completed virtually while others require a more detailed in-person assessment. Over the pandemic lockdowns, we have completed virtual risk assessments as well. To see if that is an option for your project, please contact us.
safety services for industrial machinery
Safety Consultation
Machine safety concept
Lockout/ tag-out
Risk assessment
Design & mitigation
Validation to EN ISO 13849-2
Maintenance & modification as it relates to safety
Education & training related to the new machine safety system
Decentralized motor starter for easy planning and safe operation of conveyor systems
Motors in conveyor systems need to be switched off safely, but the wiring and energy distribution involved is usually very complex, involving bulky cable trays, and complex distribution boxes. As a result, Wieland Electric has developed a new motor starter that reduces the complexity of installation and improves the safety of conveyor systems. The podis MS 5HP is a compact, robust and user-friendly drive component with an integrated STO (Safe Torque Off) function. The safety function disconnects the power supply from the emergency stop circuits completely. As a result, the STO circuits no longer need routing through a central distributor and assignment to a specific energy branch. The system is less susceptible to interference and the installation work is more easily planned and carried out.
The motor starter podis MS 5HP from Wieland Electric makes the planning and installation of expansive conveyor systems less complex.
Safe Torque Off
The innovative combination of starter functions allows for the decentralized assignment of all of the energy of the STO circuits in the field. In addition, a superior level of safety (SIL 3, PL e) can be achieved with less effort. All the motor starters in an emergency stop circuit connect to the STO female sockets. The STO circuit monitors and operates through an auxiliary voltage generated in the field and also by a two-channel safety relay. Several STO circuits can operate from one power supply.
Using an energy bus system such as the podis 5G6 from Wieland Electric further enhances decentralized motor control. The energy distribution for several motors and starters can combine on one line with only a single feed. This saves space in the cable trays and the wiring in the distributor panel is much more straightforward.
Multiple Motor sizes, One starter
The podis MS 5HP covers motors with a power range from 0.3 Hp to 5 Hp (0.25 kW to 4.0 kW), up to 5 different motors. This helps reduce storage and administration costs. With only one order option for multiple motors, the procurement and materials management processes also require less effort.
Installation and commissioning are simple as well. DIP switches, for example, can be programmed on the device or with a web tool. The web configurator guides the user step-by-step through the different options. To access the configurator, simply scan the QR code on the front of the device.
Use the podis energy bus system for a complete electrical installation of conveyor systems.
Approvals & Protection Rating
With international approvals, CE, cULus from Q4 2021, the podis MS 5HP is suitable for worldwide use. In addition, the disconnect switch is in accordance with UL 508. The integrated service switch safely turns off drives for maintenance or repair work. Individual conveying lines can disconnect from the power supply without the system as a whole shutting down. A special integrated power supply generates the 24V DC auxiliary voltage required to supply the connected sensors. It does not use the neutral conductor and hence makes additional separate wiring unnecessary. This saves time and reduces material costs. Designed compliant with protection class IP65 and the NEMA12 standard relevant for the US market, the podis MS 5HP is also suitable for use in harsh industrial environments.
Explore power distribution, decentralized motor control, and machinery safety solutions at Modex 2022. Our new booth will have interactive walls with working products to demonstrate our functional safety components. Use Samos®Planto quickly program a safety design, then watch it in action as we simulate it right on the spot! In addition, a working conveyor demo is outfitted with safety guards, our advanced 3-phase power distribution system, and so much more. Touch, pry, pull or interrupt, and see the actions and reactions of the system on the HMI screens.
New Product Launch – Motor Starter with Integrated Safety
podis® MS 5HP is the first decentralized motor starter with protection class NEMA 12 and integrated Safe Torque Off functionality! As a result, expansive conveyor systems are easier to install, commission, and service.
Special Seminar – Beyond the Risk Assessment: what happens next?
Tuesday, March 29th, 12:45 PM at the Micro-Fulfillment Theatre
Explore risk mitigation strategies and examples with our certified safety expert using a palletizing application scenario. This seminar will explain in-depth the steps that a manufacturer must take to ensure the palletizing machine addresses the issues identified in the risk assessment.
In the presentation:
Palletizing/Box Packing application description
Defining the PLr
Setting-up the sensors
Programming the logic
Additional considerations
Explore Safety Services
In addition to quality safe components, we have expanded our solutions to include safety services. Experienced Wieland Electric machine safety consultants provide expert guidance on safety reviews, lockout/ tag-out planning and training, the machine safety concept, and more. Tell us your scenario and we can help you with the next steps.
Services we offer:
Safety Consultation
Risk Assessment
Lockout/ tag-out (LOTO)
Safety Design & Mitigation
Validation
Maintenance & modification as it relates to safety
The revolutionary 3-phase power system, podis®, uses non-destructive insulation piercing technology for a safe, flexible, and guaranteed connection every time.
With its new high-intensity PODIS® LED lamps, WIELAND offers pluggable, maintenance-free lighting solutions for construction, industrial and machine applications.
The PODIS® LED lighting components are especially well-suited for use in industrial applications. Their rugged and durable lamp design ensure high reliability. The high-quality light delivers 2000 lumens with customizable light colors and illumination patterns. These pluggable fixtures ensure flexibility while minimizing installation errors, time, and the need for specialized labor.
Different light distribution curves can be selected depending on the application. A lamp with a standard dispersion is well-suited for uniform illumination of a work area or room. Narrow light cones are possible to illuminate localized work areas such as workstations and a confined area of a machine. Wide light cones are also ideally suited for long and narrow areas such as hallways, tunnels, shafts or wind towers.
Features of the PODIS® LED 2000 lm:
Various light distribution patterns
Optimized for work areas, escape routes, shafts, towers, tunnels and more
Flicker-free and glare-free lighting
Efficient light source
Fast, pluggable installation
Rugged design
Maintenance-free and extremely durable
Corrosion-resistant (IP69K)
Wide temperature range (-25°C to +45°C)
AC and DC power supplies are possible
Metal mounting base
cULus approved for wet locations
Compact 5W versions and high powered 50W version are also possible
Magnetic mounting bases are possible
These lamps are available with WIELAND RST® circular connectors or can be connected directly to the PODIS® flexible busbar system. The latter is well suited to use in conveyor systems such as baggage handling systems in airports or post & parcel systems in logistics warehouses. In addition, the system can be used in production facilities such as the automotive industry, and for service & emergency lighting inside elevator shafts and wind towers.
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With its new high-intensity PODIS® LED lamps, WIELAND offers pluggable, maintenance-free lighting solutions for construction, industrial and machine applications.