Unlocking Safety and Taking Control: Pilz’s New Automation Solutions

Ensured safety is paramount in automation projects, and Pilz's new safety gate system, PSENmgate, offers a comprehensive solution for secure guard locking and operation. The next step within an automation project is communication and controls. The PNOZmulti 2 controller and Pilz's new input and output modules can address the control aspect. These products can be the guardian and mind of many applications; let's explore them.

Pilz’s new safety gate system features a compact and energy-efficient design. Image used courtesy of Pilz

PSENmgate Safety Gate System

Pilz's new PSENmgate safety gate system simplifies safety management through automation applications. The new PSENmgate safety system's focus and selling point is its compact size, energy efficiency, and upheld safety standards. Customers can choose from a range of control elements, including push buttons, illuminated buttons, E-STOP push buttons, and an escape release. The options also encompass a variety of handles, making Pilz’s new product versatile.

The PSENmgate system is designed for simple integration and to meet the requirements of the safety category: PL e, Cat. 4, which, according to international standards, are the highest safety ratings. This means that the PSENmgate offers the highest level of safety and reliability. Simple installation lies in the user's ability to wire the system in series. With numerous signals being seen as one, only one program is needed to monitor the entire system, reducing the time and effort required for installation.

The PSENmgate also uses a bistable locking principle, which means it only consumes power when changing states (locking or unlocking). This reduces overall power consumption, making the system more energy efficient and helping to lower costs. This system also includes four LED indicators and a diagnostic output. These features provide detailed information about the system’s status, allowing for identification and resolution of issues. This helps minimize downtime and maintain high productivity levels.

The PDP67 module (left) and the PNOZmulti 2 controller. Image used courtesy of Pilz

The PNOZmulti 2 and PDP67 Module

Now that we’ve covered safety with the PSENmgate system, it's time to take control of it. The PNOZmulti 2 safe small controller and two new PDP67 input and output modules offer easy expansion, simple installation, and rugged protection.

These two new PDP67 input and output modules are designed for a wide range of environments and applications. They are built to withstand dirt and water, making them suitable for harsh conditions. Users can take advantage of the PNOZmulti Configurator software to choose and set up these modules, allowing them to create personalized safety circuits that meet their specific requirements. Users can also monitor various safety devices, including emergency stop buttons, safety gate switches, light curtains, safety locking devices, and valves.

These modules offer a highly flexible and cost-effective solution for expanding modular production. Up to four PDP67 modules can be connected to the PNOZmulti 2 controller using the PNOZ m EF PDP-Link. This allows monitoring up to 64 sensors and actuators, providing significant potential scalability. Using the standardized M12 connections also simplifies the wiring process, making the modules easy to set up and reconfigure the system as needed.

Overall, these new modules provide a flexible and efficient way to connect and manage safety devices in a decentralized manner, making it easier to expand and maintain automated systems in industrial environments.