KJN highlights the importance of robot guarding
While camera based and other optoelectronic safety technologies are now viable options for some robot guarding applications, for a huge majority there is still little to beat a physical safeguard. For robot guarding, physical safeguards offer the dual function of keeping personnel out of dangerous environments, and keeping potentially hazardous, fast moving objects in.
The two are equally important for robot guarding. Keeping operators a safe distance from robots is vital on the plant floor to prevent injury. But equally, if a fast moving robot is stopped dead in an emergency situation, there is a very real risk of flying objects being flung out into the wider production area. Only physical robot guarding is going to keep those objects contained.
A good option for physical robot guarding is to construct modular perimeter guards built around aluminium profiles. Established in 1997, initially specialising in precision engineering, KJN has a wealth of experience in supplying extruded aluminium profile, accessories and associated products for robot guarding to customers across all sectors of industry.
With a deep understanding of the importance of safety in robot guarding, KJN has an effective solution, with high quality profiles and accessories that can build up into high performance guards to meet the needs of just about any robot guarding application.
Modular system
The modular system allows robot guarding of almost any shape and size to be constructed to suit specific requirements, while the versatility of the system means robot guarding can be easily altered or modified over time. The design also enables various types of panels – mesh, polycarb, foamex, aluminium, glass, etc – to be mounted into the slot. Doors can also be produced for the robot guarding cell, in swing, sliding and counterbalanced formats.
All of the profiles have T grooves for easy assembly of robot guarding. The ‘endless slot’ design saves time and minimises risk during assembly. A full range of accessories and connections is also available for robot guarding systems, all designed as user-friendly joints; this shortens assembly times because no time-consuming grinding or painting is required. As part of its service, KJN can also supply end finishes to your robot guarding profile, with milling, drilling or threaded holes.
KJN believes in the philosophy of having stock in-house for robot guarding, understanding that clients’ are often working to tight deadlines. KJN also offers a full in-house design service for robot guarding, and backs this up with full in-house engineering facilities to design, build, install, service and support bespoke framework solutions, offering a complete solution in aluminium profiles.
Visit the KJN website for more information on robot guarding.
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