This type of protective device is used for the protection of access to hazardous areas.
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top signal is initiated if the hazardous area is entered. A person standing behind the
protective device will not be detected by the ESPE.
Figure 7: 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) 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 8: Mobile hazardous area protection:detection of a person when a vehicle approaches
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