SICK Safe Robotics Area Protection Solutions Product information

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Safe Robotics Area Protection Solutions

FLEXIBLE AND EFFICIENT HAZARDOUS AREA PROTECTION

FOR ROBOTS

Safety solutions

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Safe robot applications with SICK

HAZARDOUS AREA PROTECTION FOR ROBOTS – INCREASED

SAFETY AND PRODUCTIVITY

Robots have become an indispensable part of modern industry. They make it possible to exibly adapt

to changing production conditions while keeping product quality at a consistently high level. To optimally

enhance the performance of humans and to increase the productivity of plants, the robotic system should

ideally be freely accessible. At the same time this must not pose any risk to the health or life of the

employees.

Save time, costs and resources

Lean back and leave it up to the experts – with profes-

sional project management, tried-and-tested processes,

and well-established solution concepts. On request, the

experts at SICK can take care of all the steps required to

safeguard your robotics application. This ensures a quick

implementation and saves costs and resources.

Doing away with barriers saves time because the opera-

tors can freely and safely access the robotics application

at any time, allowing them to concentrate fully on their

own tasks.

Everything from a single source

Customized and exibly expandable complete solution

from a single-source, including hardware and engineering

services. Made by SICK, the experts in robot protection

solutions, based on currently applicable standards and

directives.

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Safe robot applications with SICK

For decades now SICK is worldwide reknown for machine safety and eective protection of people.

SICK’s safety solutions for hazardous area protection not only protect the people cooperating with the

robots but also enhance plant safety while at the same time maximizing eciency in an environment

that is becoming ever more complex. This applies to the entire process: from planning to implementa-

tion right through to acceptance of a freely accessible robotics application.

Future-proof investment

Future-proof plant design that can be exibly adapted to

the specic work environment and is expandable.

Increasing productivity

Take your robotics application to a higher productivity lev-

el by avoiding unnecessary robot stops, having the ability

to automatically restart the robot, and through ergonomi-

cally optimized processes.

VERIFIED SAFETY

Guaranteeing safety

With its VERIFIED SAFETY seal of quality, SICK provides

an assurance that the safety level has been obtained and

veried by certied sta in line with a dened process.

VERIFIED SAFETY means guaranteed functional safety

with veriable quality.

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Description of the solution

Safety is essential for the cooperation

between humans and machines. SICK

oers Safe Robotics Area Protection

Solutions to enable free and safe

access of the worker to the robot work

area. These tailored complete solutions

include hardware and engineering ser-

vices: from planning to implementation

through commissioning. The objective is

to optimize the robotics applications by

protecting hazardous areas in accor-

dance with international standards.

SICK safety solutions increase produc-

tivity, enable ergonomic processes and

save time and money. Safe Robotics

Area Protection Solutions prevent

unnecessary robot stops. An automated

restart can be implemented depending

on the robot application.

At a glance

• Safety solutions for freely-accessible

robot applications

• Custom-made solutions from a

single source including product

management, software, hardware

and engineering

• Performance level PL d

• Complies with international

standards, e.g. EN ISO 10218-2

• Engineering documentation with

SICK VERIFIED SAFETY quality seal

Your benets

• Tailored safety solutions developed

and tested by SICK safety experts

• Free, safe access to cooperative ro-

bot applications for high productivity,

less downtime, and optimum work

processes

• High exibility due to individualized

adaptation of the solutions to the

robot application and production

environment

• Cost-eective solutions due to quick

implementation by experienced SICK

safety experts

• Future-proof solutions which can be

expanded exibly

FLEXIBLE AND EFFICIENT HAZARDOUS

AREA PROTECTION FOR ROBOTS

Safe Robotics Area Protection Solutions SAFETY SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Solution concept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

VERIFIED SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

SICK LifeTime Services ...........10

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FIELD SET 1

AUTOMATED

RESTART

FIELD SET 2

SPEED

REDUCTION

FIELD SET 1

SOLUTION CONCEPT

A solution for protecting hazardous areas around robots could, for example, consist of a combination of

safety controller, safety laser scanner, and a suitably congured safety function block.

The safety laser scanner employed for robot protection uses

two dierent eld sets: one as a warning eld (yellow), and one

as a protective eld (red) !. As soon as a person enters the

warning eld, the speed of the robot is reduced and a dynamic

adjustment of the protective eld occurs ". If the person now

enters the smaller protective eld, the robot stops completely

§. On leaving the hazardous area, the robot automatically

restarts, initially at a reduced speed $. It returns to its full

operating speed as soon as the person has exited both the

protective eld and warning eld.

This increases productivity, as downtimes are reduced and

workows optimized. The robot’s two-stage speed adjustment

function also extends its service life.

The robot operates at full speed.

The warning eld is interrupted, the speed of the robot is safely reduced.

Protective eld has been interrupted. The robot stops.

The robot will only return to its full operating speed once nobody is present in

the hazardous area.

This function may only be used if permitted by the risk assessment, and if all requirements

for the use of this safety solution are fullled.

Solution concept for the protection of hazardous areas

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Other solution approaches

SICK oers a variety of dierent solutions for protecting the

hazardous area of freely accessible robotics applications. SICK

can develop, in conjunction with the customer, customized

solution concepts that are tailored to the requirements of the

specic robotic application.

If, for example, very little space is available, the safety experts

from SICK can assist with the design of a compact and inte-

grated solution. In this case a combination of S300 Mini Stan-

dard safety laser scanner, deTec4 Core safety light curtain,

and Flexi Classic safety controller, can allow free access of the

worker to the robot while minimizing the safety distance to the

hazardous movement.

As soon as the worker interrupts the light beams of the safety

light curtain, the robot stops. The safety laser scanner in turn

detects when the worker exits the hazardous area again and

initiates an automated restart of the robot.

Solution concept for the protection of hazardous areas

SICK can, of course, individually tailor and

congure all of its safety solutions. For more

information on Safe Robotics Area Protection

Solutions, visit

- Safe Robotics Area Protection Solutions

SICK will work with you to prepare a solution

concept that is optimally tailored to the re-

quirements of your robotics application.

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Determining the requirements of your robotics application

The implementation of a tailored robotics solution begins with a comprehensive analysis of the actual application. The responses

to the following questions provide an initial basis for understanding and correctly designing the robotics application.

What cycle time is required for the process in this

application? What speed is required for the robot?

What operating modes are required for the application?

How often does the operator need to intervene in the

application?

What hazards exist due to the movement of the robot and

the processes being performed?

Are there any space restrictions?

What are the requirements on the range of motion and load

capacity of the robot?

SICK safety solutions for robots are characterized by safety technology, which adheres to all relevant standards while also taking

into account the application, and the requirements of the operator – SICK oers safe productivity.

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Safety solutions from SICK VERIFIED SAFETY

Clarifying the order details and creating a quote

• Agreeing on the scope of services for the technical

solution: What tasks will SICK perform?

What tasks will the customer perform?

• Agreeing on a rough schedule

• Estimating the services budget

• Jointly dening the acceptance criteria

THE PATH TO MORE SAFETY AND PRODUCTIVITY WITH SICK

Safety concept

Safety design

Risk assessment

• Assessing the safety status of the

machine

• Determining the machine limits

• Identifying hazards

• Estimating and assessing risks

• Proposing risk-minimization measures

• Specifying safety objectives and se-

lecting risk-minimization measures for

optimal safety and productivity

• Dening safety functions:

tailored to the work processes and

machine functionality

• Agreeing on the safety concept, resolv-

ing any outstanding questions

• Implementation approval

• Designing the safety-related parts of

the control system (SRP/CS)

• Specifying the safety-related applica-

tion software (SRASW) in detail

• Selecting standard and safety compo-

nents and producing bills of materials

• Producing wiring diagrams for integrat-

ing the solution into existing systems

• Determining the performance level

(PL)

When you choose a complete solution from SICK, the project process is precisely de-

ned. First we clarify the objectives and scope of services. Then we support you step

by step through the consulting and engineering phases. The VERIFIED SAFETY quality

seal is your guarantee that all work results during the project have been veried and

validated by our certied SICK employees.

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VERIFIED SAFETY Safety solutions from SICK

Installation and commissioning

Verifying and validating

• Install physical guards (e.g., fencing or covers)

• Install and congure safety-related compo-

nents (sensors)

• Install safety-related application software

• Commissioning

• Verify installation of the components

• I/O check / function test

• Validate installed safety functions

• Perform inspection before initial operation

• Acceptance of the services provided

Safety made by SICK

On completion you receive the consulting and

engineering documentation with a VERIFIED

SAFETY quality seal from SICK.

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Functional Safety Services SICK LIFETIME SERVICES

Machine safeguarding evaluation

• Identication of electrical and mechanical hazards

• Risk assessment of identied hazards

• Evaluation of existing protective measures

• Recommendation of new or improvement of existing protec-

tive measures

• Consideration of valid provisions and regulations

• Service can be retrieved worldwide

- www.sick.com/machine_safeguarding_evaluation

Your benets

• Detailed knowledge of the safety status of the machines

• Concrete statements on the urgency of improvement mea-

sures

• High exibility thanks to product-neutral perspective

• Economic, well-thought-out recommendations for reducing

detected risks

• Reduced eort when drafting safety concepts

• Enables simple and standard-compliant implementation of

the recommended protective measures for safety technology

• Foundation for fullling due diligence with documented

inspection of the machine

• Guaranteed quality thanks to standardized processes and

sustainable competence management

Risk assessment

• Performance of or instruction for risk assessments

• Determination of applicable directives and standards

• Identication of hazards

• Risk evaluation

• Specication of safety requirements

- www.sick.com/risk_assessment

Your benets

• Saves time and resources thanks to involvement of experi-

enced SICK experts

• Independent and comprehensive expertise provide certainty

when assessing risks

• Periodic qualication of SICK specialists ensures the latest

directives and standards are incorporated in new and repeat

projects

• High level of quality thanks to standardized processes and

sustainable competency management

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SICK LIFETIME SERVICES Functional Safety Services

Safety concept

• Specication of safety functions and required safety level

(PLr or SILr)

• Recommendation for technical implementation of safety

functions in the form of a block diagram

• Denition of parameters for the selection of protective

devices

• Safety concept specication

- www.sick.com/safety_concept

Your benets

• Saves time and resources thanks to involvement of experi-

enced SICK experts

• Increases machine safety as a result of compliance with

essential safety and health requirements and standards

• Choose from any safeguarding component available on the

market

• Ensures eectiveness and competitiveness by preventing

unnecessary measures

• High level of quality thanks to standardized processes and

sustainable competency management

Safety hardware design

• Selection and interconnection of suitable components

• Specication of measures for controlling and avoiding sys-

tematic errors

• Determination and verication of the safety level

• Hardware concept specication

• Creation of a SISTEMA project le

- www.sick.com/safety_hardware_design

Your benets

• Saves time and resources thanks to the involvement of expe-

rienced SICK experts

• Provides greater safety by implementing measures for avoid-

ing and controlling systematic errors

• Incorporates all technologies (pneumatic, hydraulic and elec-

tricial) for comprehensive service

• High level of quality thanks to standardized processes and

sustainable competency management

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Functional Safety Services SICK LIFETIME SERVICES

Safety software design

• Specication of safety-related application software, including

the denition of input and output signals

• Creation and verication of safety-related application soft-

ware according to the V-model for software development

- www.sick.com/safety_software_design

Your benets

• Saves time and resources thanks to involvement of experi-

enced SICK experts

• Provides safety through standardized implementation ac-

cording to the V-model, including measures for avoiding and

controlling errors

• Reduces complexity by using modular and clearly structured

programming of safety functions

• High level of quality thanks to standardized processes and

sustainable competency management

Commissioning

• Conguration and parameter setting of components or sys-

tems, optimized for each application

• Final functional testing of components or systems

• Documentation of the conguration and parameter setting

in the acceptance report

• Brieng of operating personnel

- www.sick.com/commissioning

Your benets

• High productivity: via application-optimized components and

system settings

• Cost savings: quick transition to normal operation under

professional supervision

• Planning reliability: via eective cooperation between SICK,

the system integrator and the customer

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SICK LIFETIME SERVICES Functional Safety Services

Validation of functional safety

• Creation of a verication and validation plan to thoroughly

check for proper selection, installation, implementation and

functioning of the safety-related parts of the control system

(SRP/CS)

• Conguration of safety-related parts of the control system

• Analysis and testing according to the verication and valida-

tion plan

• Specication of the necessary adjustment and, if necessary,

revision of the safety-related application program

- www.sick.com/validation_of_functional_safety

Your benets

• Saves time and resources: experienced SICK experts provide

ecient execution

• Ensures protection objectives have been met thanks to stan-

dardized validation using analysis and testing

• Implements the two-man rule: execution and checking com-

pleted by two qualied individuals

• Comprehensive service: specication and implementation of

any adjustments that may be necessary

• High level of quality thanks to standardized processes and

sustainable competency management

Periodic inspection

• Evaluation of the optical protective devices to ensure they

have been installed correctly and according to the specica-

tion

• Inspection of whether the protective device is operating

according to current machine usage

• Identication of operational changes and manipulations

• Readjustment of the optical protective devices and removal

of contamination

• Production of an inspection report and issuance of a test seal

- www.sick.com/inspection

Your benets

• Safety is determined and corresponding documentation is provided

in the inspection report as proof that the legal obligation for testing

has been fullled

• High testing quality through certication and periodic inspections in

accordance with IEC 17020 is carried out by independent bodies

and with on-going competency management

• Quick identication of the safety status and the period of validity by

means of test seals as proof to regulators of current inspections

• Safety is ensured due to early detection of changes to application

conditions and manipulations

• High machine reliability due to periodic checking and, if necessary,

removal of contamination or readjustment

• Automatic reminder of required testing periods within the framework

of the service contracts to ensure equipment is working properly

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FUNCTIONAL SAFETY SERVICES

VERIFIED SAFETY – Safety made by SICK

With its VERIFIED SAFETY seal of quality, SICK provides an assurance that the results have been

obtained and veried by certied sta in line with a dened process. VERIFIED SAFETY means

guaranteed functional safety with veriable quality.

Specialists – On site, wherever you are

SICK has specialists to support you wherever you are in the world. Our experts are

entirely familiar with local standards and directives. All of our specialists are part

of a global network. This means that we can oer you the right skills for local and

international projects.

Customer project management – Project risks under control at all times

At SICK, all management systems for developing projects follow a uniform and con-

sistent management philosophy.

Projects follow a dened process from acquisition through customer approval. Regu-

lar checks against milestones guarantee completeness, reveal any deviations early

on, and enable corrective measures to be introduced promptly. Professional and

standardized project management is the basis for successful planning, economic

implementation, and precise control of projects.

Competence management – Knowledge assured in the long term

Competence is not just about theoretical knowledge. At SICK, every specialist must also have the

necessary experience and prove his or her capability by taking regular tests. Across the globe,

competence is shared and secured for the future through the SICK Competence Management

program.

We are happy to provide seminars to share our knowledge further. SICK is a recognized provider

of Functional Safety Engineer training as part of the TÜV Rheinland Functional Safety Program.

VERIFIED SAFETY

SERVICES FOR MACHINES AND PLANTS: SICK LifeTime Services

Our comprehensive and versatile LifeTime Services are the perfect addition to the comprehensive range of products from

SICK. The services range from product-independent consulting to traditional product services.

Training and education

Practical, focused, and professional

Upgrade and retrots

Easy, safe, and economical

Consulting and design

Safe and professional

Verication and optimization

Safe and regularly inspected

Product and system support

Reliable, fast, and on-site

SERVICES

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Easily order online and track your delivery.

Check your history of all your orders and quotes.

Create, save, and share as many wish lists as you want.

Use the direct order to quickly order a big amount of

products.

Check the status of your orders and quotes and get

information on status changes by e-mail.

Save time by using past orders.

Easily export orders and quotes, suited to your systems.

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SICK AT A GLANCE

SICK is a leading manufacturer of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. With

more than 8,800 employees and over 50 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies

worldwide, SICK is always close to its customers. A unique range of products and services creates the

perfect basis for controlling processes securely and eciently, protecting individuals from accidents, and

preventing damage to the environment.

SICK has extensive experience in various industries and understands their processes and requirements.

With intelligent sensors, SICK delivers exactly what the customers need. In application centers in Europe,

Asia, and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specica-

tions. All this makes SICK a reliable supplier and development partner.

Comprehensive services round out the oering: SICK LifeTime Services provide support throughout the

machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity.

That is “Sensor Intelligence.”

Worldwide presence:

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France,

Germany, Great Britain, Hungary, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands,

New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea,

Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USA, Vietnam.

Detailed addresses and further locations

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