This type of protective device is used for the protection of access to hazardous areas.
W
hen the hazardous area is entered, a stop signal is triggered. A person standing
behind the protective device will not be detected by the ESPE.
Figure 15: Access protection: detection of a person when accessing a hazardous area
Mobile hazardous area protection
Mobile ha
zardous area protection is suitable for AGVs (automated guided vehicles),
cranes, and forklift trucks to protect people when vehicles are moving or docking at a
fixed station.
The safety laser scanner monitors the area in the direction of travel and stops the
vehicle as soon as an object is located in the protective field.
Figure 16: Mobile hazardous area protection: detection of a person when a vehicle approaches
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