Abstract

An emergency stop device for a machine or industrial plant comprises an emergency button, a rigid protective element close to the emergency button and light signalling means designed to generate a light signal associated with said protective element, wherein the protective element comprises at least one signalling portion which is transparent or translucent with respect to the light signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 19/14 - Operating parts, e.g. turn knob
• G05B 9/02 - Safety arrangements electric
• H01H 19/02 - Switches operated by an operating part which is rotatable about a longitudinal axis thereof and which is acted upon directly by a solid body external to the switch, e.g. by a hand Details
• H01H 19/04 - CasesCovers

Abstract

An electronically operated actuator device for safety assemblies comprises an anchoring body (2), anchoring means adapted to be removably inserted in said anchoring body (2), an actuator pin (3) projecting from the anchoring body (2) along a predetermined development axis (A) and having a first anchoring end (4) inside the anchoring body (2) and a second outer end (5) adapted to interact with a switching device following the approach of the actuator device. The actuator pin (3) is adapted to be oriented about the development axis (A) to be positioned according to at least two positions mutually rotated by 90° around said development axis (A), the anchoring body (2) being designed to block the rotation of the actuator pin (3) around the development axis (A), or to limit it to a value lower than 90°.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings

Abstract

Safety apparatus comprising a safety switch and an actuator designed to be associated with a movable guard and to interact with each other upon the opening and closing of said movable guard. The safety switch comprises switching means designed to turn between an active state and an inactive state, a locking mechanism for locking the actuator in contact with the safety switch, a control unit connected to the locking mechanism and to the switching means for controlling the same. The safety switch also comprises a main reset member for transmitting a main reset signal to the control unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift

Abstract

A safety switch for guarding access comprises a case housing switching means suitable for being connected to one or more power and/or service circuits of the machine or plant for their opening and/or closing upon interaction with an actuating device, a locking/unlocking mechanism of the actuating device housed in the case and provided with a movable locking/unlocking pin along a longitudinal direction to protrude at least partially with one of its ends from the case, a head fixed to the case and configured to allow the interaction of the locking/unlocking pin with the actuating device, mutual coupling means between the case and the head suitable to allow their mutual stable fixing by relative sliding along at least one sliding direction transverse to the longitudinal direction.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A safety switch for guarding accesses to industrial machines or plants comprises a case which extends along a main dimension defining a longitudinal axis of development, control means housed in the case and suitable for receiving and exchanging signals with the actuating device and/or with the machine or plant and provide with a first PCB, a head connected to the case and adapted to interact with the actuating device upon the opening/closing of the access and wherein the first PCB comprises a first longitudinal portion housed in the case and a second longitudinal portion housed in the head.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• H01H 1/58 - Electric connections to or between contactsTerminals
• H01H 9/16 - Indicators for switching condition, e.g. "on" or "off"

Abstract

A safety system for electric motors (101) comprising a safety device (10) for monitoring electric motors (101), the safety device (10) comprises a control unit (12) having at least one input channel (16) connected to the power supply (100) of the electric motor (101) for detecting voltage and frequency on said power supply (100) and for transmitting at least one work signal correlated to the detected voltage and frequency, switching means (15) configured to transmit a control signal, and at least one first processing unit (17), connected to the input channel (16) and to the switching means (15) and configured to control the switching means (15) generating at least one activation signal according to the work signal. The control signal is transmitted in response to the activation signal and the processing unit (17) is configured to compare the work signal with predetermined frequency voltage thresholds.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02P 29/032 - Preventing damage to the motor, e.g. setting individual current limits for different drive conditions
• H02H 7/08 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions for dynamo-electric motors
• H02P 29/024 - Detecting a fault condition, e.g. short circuit, locked rotor, open circuit or loss of load

Abstract

A safety device (10) for monitoring an electric motor (101) connected to a power supply line (100) and equipped with a drive shaft (102). The safety device (10) comprises a control unit (12) having detection means, adapted to detect at least two physical quantities related to and associated with the operation of the electric motor (101), signaling means configured to transmit a control signal (C) generated by a first processing unit (17), which is connected to the detection means and the signaling means and configured to transmit the control signal (C) by means of the signaling means. The processing unit (17) is configured to compare the at least two physical quantities with each other, in order to detect faults or anomalies and to generate the control signal (C) on the basis of the aforementioned comparison.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02P 29/024 - Detecting a fault condition, e.g. short circuit, locked rotor, open circuit or loss of load
• G01R 31/34 - Testing dynamo-electric machines

Abstract

A system for the safe control of safety protections comprises at least one first control device (2) placed outside the safety perimeter (P) for sending commands to stop and enable the machine or plant (M) following the opening/closing of the accesses (A1, A2), a first safety switch (3) placed close to one or more of the accesses (A1, A2) for their locking and/or unlocking, one or more actuators having a transponder with identification code for interacting with the first control device and/or safety switch, at least one control unit operatively connected to the first control device and to the safety switch to receive the actuation commands and enable the operation of the machine or plant (M) between an operating condition of fully operation and a safety operating condition. Second means are also provided for enabling the exit from the safety perimeter (P) for one or more operators.

IPC Classes  ?

• B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
• B25J 19/06 - Safety devices
• G05B 19/4061 - Avoiding collision or forbidden zones
• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• G07C 9/22 - Individual registration on entry or exit involving the use of a pass in combination with an identity check of the pass holder

Abstract

An apparatus (10) for connecting industrial devices to a data network comprises a protective case (11), communication and safety means (13, 15) housed in the protective case (11) and suitable for receiving and/or transmitting signals of a safe and/or non-safe type from/to one or more industrial devices and to be connected to the data network to transmit thereto electrical signals relating to the operation of the one or more industrial devices, one or more operation connectors (26) associated with said protective case (11) in a removable way and suitable for each being connected to at least one or more industrial devices, connection means (17) connected to the operation connectors (26) and to the communication and safety means (13, 15) to allow the communication of the latter with industrial devices.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 19/418 - Total factory control, i.e. centrally controlling a plurality of machines, e.g. direct or distributed numerical control [DNC], flexible manufacturing systems [FMS], integrated manufacturing systems [IMS] or computer integrated manufacturing [CIM]

Goods & Services

Electric welding apparatus; mobile electrical power generators; power supply apparatus [generators]; uninterruptible power supplies [machines] for the generation of electrical energy; electrically powered windlasses; electric drive tools; power operated tools; machines for use in the manufacture of electrical and electronic circuitry; electrically operated jacks; power operated valves; electric windlasses; electric pulley blocks; electric cable hoists; flexible jacks (power operated -); electric hoists; electric jacks; electrical rotary converters; electrical drives for machines; electric drives for elevators; electronic starters for engines; electric driving motors for machines; electric alternators for machines; electric ignition devices [other than for igniting at a distance]; high-frequency motor spindles with high frequency electric converters and power supply units; forcible entry tools [powered tools]; clamp connectors for piping [parts of machines]; safety valves [parts of machines]; safety couplings for machines; safety manual hoists; aprons [parts of machines]; bearings [parts of machines]; belts for machines; cowlings [parts of machines]; dynamos; electroplating machines; elevator operating apparatus; elevators [lifts]; motors, other than for land vehicles; moving staircases [escalators]. Electronic equipment; position switches; safety switches; foot switches; microswitches; miniature and subminiature switches; electrical modules; control and signaling unit; position sensors; safety buttons; safety sensors; magnetic and inductive proximity sensors; electrical interlocks; security door monitoring equipment; transponders, optical safety barrier; contactors; terminal block; engine switch; fuse blocks; relay sockets; relay; interlock relay; selection switches; electronic integrated circuit modules; electric and electronic safety buttons; safety relays [electric]; explosion proof electrical and electronic equipment; explosion-proof position switches; explosion-proof safety switches; electrical measuring instruments for measuring electric current, amperage; programmable logic controllers; computer software, recorded; computer software applications, downloadable; computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; computer programs, recorded; computer programs [downloadable software]; computer programs, downloadable; a central processing unit and software for monitoring the safe operation of machinery to avoid damage; electrical or electronic or optical sensors for detection, movement, distance, position; electrical or electronic or optical sensors to detect movement, distance, position; control and signaling unit to indicate the status of temperature, pressure, distance, position, status of PLC on or off or standby status of electric motors; timed switches, timers; explosion-proof time switches; security token; electronic buzzer; buzzers; wires, electric; materials for electricity mains [wires, cables]; distribution boxes; switch boxes and covers; electric control panels; warning and indicator lights; elevator controls consisting of limit switches; door switches; transfer switches and floor selection switches; elevator monitoring and switching equipment; elevator door controls; security control apparatus; security apparatus for elevators; light barrier; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; electrodynamic devices for remote control of signals; 3D scanner; camcorders; audio- and video-receivers; cameras [photography]; data processing apparatus; distance measuring apparatus; downloadable image files; measuring apparatus; measuring instruments; monitoring apparatus, other than for medical purposes; monitors [computer programs]; objectives [lenses] [optics]; optical apparatus and instruments; observation instruments; radar apparatus; video recorders. Sales promotion for others; personnel management consultancy; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; sales promotion for others; personnel management consultancy; administrative services for the relocation of businesses; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; computerized file management; book-keeping; business auditing; advertising; advertising by mail order; commercial intermediation services; demonstration of goods; market research; online advertising on a computer network; outsourcing services [business assistance]; presentation of products by any means of communication for retail sales; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; providing business information via a web site; commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services.

Abstract

A safety switch comprises a switching device (2) and a driving device (3), wherein the switching device houses locking/releasing means (23) of the driving device (3) to prevent unauthorized opening of the access. The driving device (3) comprises an interaction element (17) adapted to interact with the locking/releasing means (23), these latter being provided with a locking pin (24) movable between an inoperative unlocking position and an operative locking position, the interaction element (17) being provided with a seat (25) for the insertion of one end of the locking pin (24). The locking/releasing means (23) comprises a locking element (40) adapted to translate to engage the interaction element (17) in a locking position wherein the interaction element (17) is locked on the switching device (2) and in a holding position wherein the interaction element (17) is removable.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A safety switch for guarding access to industrial machines and plants comprises a switching device (2) provide with first anchoring means (9) to a fixed part of the access to be guarded, a driving device (3) adapted to be anchored to the movable part of the access and to interact with the switching means upon the opening/closing the access for opening/closing one or more circuits, signaling means comprising one or more sources of light signals adapted to emit one or more light and/or visible signals representative of the state of said one or more circuits and wherein the switching device (2) has at least one portion or cap (6) made of a transparent or translucent material which encloses one or more of sources of light signals to make them visible from the outside at least in the powered condition.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• G05B 9/02 - Safety arrangements electric

Goods & Services

Electric welding apparatus; mobile electrical power generators; power supply apparatus [generators]; uninterruptible power supplies [machines] for the generation of electrical energy; electrically powered windlasses; power operated tools; machines for use in the manufacture of electrical and electronic circuitry; electric jacks; power operated valves; electric pulley blocks; electric cable hoists; flexible jacks (power operated -); electric hoists; electrical drives for machines; electric drives for elevators; electronic starters for engines; electric driving motors for machines; electric alternators for machines; electric ignition devices [other than for igniting at a distance]; high-frequency motor spindles with high frequency electric converters and power supply units; forcible entry tools [powered tools]; clamp connectors for piping [parts of machines]; safety valves [parts of machines]; safety couplings for machines; aprons [parts of machines]; bearings [parts of machines]; belts for machines; cowlings [parts of machines]; dynamos; electroplating machines; elevator operating apparatus; elevators [lifts]; motors, other than for land vehicles; moving staircases [escalators]; electric windlasses; power operated drive tools; electrically operated tools. Electrical rotary converters. Sales promotion for others; administrative services for the relocation of businesses; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; advertising; advertising by mail order; commercial intermediation services; demonstration of goods; market research; online advertising on a computer network; outsourcing services [business assistance]; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; providing business information via a web site; commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services; computerized file management; personnel management consultancy; book-keeping; business auditing; computerized business records keeping. Repair information; rental of construction equipment; electric appliance installation and repair; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; interference suppression in electrical apparatus; elevator installation and repair; fire alarm installation and repair; furniture maintenance; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; construction information; repair of power lines; installation of electrical wiring; cleaning of electrical motors; electric appliance installation; installation of security and safety equipment; information services relating to maintenance of security systems; advisory services relating to the installation of security and safety equipment; maintenance and repair of security installations; electric appliance repair; installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic apparatus and equipment; lockout repairs; maintenance and repair of safety equipment.

Abstract

A handle actuator device for barriers or protection panels comprises a shell (3) having means for anchoring to the access (A) and provided with a handle portion (4) adapted to be grasped by a user for moving the access (A), an actuator (5) associated with the shell (3) and provided with a first transmitting or receiving element (6) adapted to interact with the fixed receiving or transmitting device (2) placed on the fixed frame (T) of the access (A) at the closing thereof to enable/disable one or more operations of the machine or plant to be monitored, wherein the shell (3) comprises a housing (7) shaped to accommodate said actuator (5) according to at least two configurations wherein the first element (6) is oriented according to at least two different positions and is facing two different faces (8, 9) of the housing (7).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A safety switch for controlling the access to industrial machines or plants comprises a switching device (2) housing switching means and an actuator device (3) having an operating pin (8) to interact with the switching means upon the opening/closing of the access, a locking/unlocking mechanism (14) housed in the switching device (2) and provided with a locking pin (15) movable between a locking position and an unlocking position of the access, an operating pin (8) associated with the actuator device (3) to interact with the locking pin (15) to hold the actuator device (3) fastened to said switching device (2), which, in turn, houses a locking element with controlled deformation, mechanically connected to the locking pin (15) and sized to deform plastically upon the application on the locking pin (15) of a deformation stress higher than a predetermined threshold value.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Goods & Services

Electric welding apparatus; mobile electrical power generators; power supply apparatus, namely, electricity generators; uninterruptible power supplies being machines for the generation of electrical energy; electrically powered windlasses; machines for use in the manufacture of electrical and electronic circuitry; electrically operated jacks; power operated valves; electric windlasses; electric pulley blocks; electric cable hoists; power operated flexible jacks; electric hoists; electric jacks; electrical rotary converters; electrical drives for machines; electric drives for elevators; electronic starters for engines; electric driving motors for machines, except land vehicles; electric alternators for machines; high-frequency motor spindles with high frequency electric converters and power supply units; clamp connectors for piping being parts of machines; safety valves being parts of machines; safety couplings for machines; safety manual hoists; aprons being parts of machines; bearings being parts of machines; belts for machines; cowlings being parts of machines; dynamos; electroplating machines; elevator operating apparatus being parts of machines; elevators being lifts; motors, other than for land vehicles; moving staircases in the nature of escalators Electronic equipment, namely, safety sensors for machinery, safety control module for machinery, programmable safety PLC for machinery; position switches, namely, limit switches with or without safety function ; safety switches, namely, safety devices for activating or de-activating a safety function of a machine; foot switches, namely, foot operated human machine interface; microswitches, namely, micro limit switches with or without safety function; miniature and subminiature switches, namely, miniature limit switches with or without safety function; electrical voltage monitor modules; control and signaling unit, namely, safety programmable control module or PLC for industrial machinery; position sensors; electric safety buttons for activating a safety function of a machine; safety sensors for activating a safety function of a machine; magnetic and inductive proximity sensors; electrical interlocks; security door monitoring equipment, namely, safety interlocking device being mechanical or electromagnetic; transponders, optical safety barrier, namely, optoelectronic safety barrier used to detect unauthorized access inside an industrial machine; electrical components in the nature of electric contactors; electrical terminal blocks; electric engine switches; fuse blocks; electric relay sockets; electric relays; electric interlock relays; electric selection switches; electronic integrated circuit modules; electric and electronic safety buttons for activating a safety function of a machine; safety sensors; electric safety relays; explosion proof electrical and electronic equipment, namely, limit switches or safety switches ; explosion-proof electric position switches; explosion-proof electric safety switches; electrical measuring instruments for measuring electric current,and amperage; programmable logic controllers; computer software, recorded, for programming programmable logic controller; computer software applications, downloadable, programming programmable logic controller; computer software platforms, recorded and downloadable, for programming programmable logic controller; computer programs, recorded, for programming programmable logic controller; downloadable computer software programs for programming programmable logic controller; computer programs, downloadable, for programming programmable logic controller; central processing units with embedded software for monitoring the safe operation of machinery to avoid damage; electrical or electronic or optical sensors for detection, of movement, distance, and position; electrical or electronic or optical sensors to detect movement, distance, and position; control and signaling unit to indicate the status of temperature, pressure, distance, position, status of programmable logic controller (PLC) on or off or standby status of electric motors; timed switches, timers; explosion-proof time switches; security token hardware; electronic buzzers; electric buzzers; wires, electric; materials for electricity mains, namely, electric wires and cables; power distributing boxes; switch boxes and decorative switch plate covers; electric control panels; electric warning and indicator lights for user warning in industrial machinery; elevator controls consisting of electric limit switches; electric door switches; electric transfer switches and floor selection switches; elevator monitoring and switching equipment, namely, limit switch with or without safety function; elevator door controls; security control apparatus, namely electronic safety control module for floor levelling monitoring; security apparatus for elevators, namely, safety door interlocking device being mechanical or electromagnetic; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; electrodynamic devices for remote control of signals; 3D scanners; camcorders; audio- and video-receivers; photography cameras; data processing apparatus; distance measuring apparatus; downloadable image files of programs for programmable logic controller or programs for programming programmable logic controller; measuring apparatus, namely, safety measuring apparatus for industrial machinery; measuring instruments, namely, safety measuring instruments for industrial machinery; monitoring apparatus, other than for medical purposes, namely, safety monitoring device for industrial machinery; recorded or downloadable computer programs for monitoring a safety function of industrial machinery; microscope objectives being optical lenses; optical apparatus and instruments, namely, optoelectronic safety sensors; observation instruments, namely, optoelectronic safety sensors; radar apparatus; video recorders Sales promotion for others; personnel management consultancy; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; business administrative services for the relocation of businesses; computerized file management; book- keeping; business auditing; advertising; advertising by mail order; commercial intermediation services, namely, mediation of trade business for third parties; demonstration of goods; market research; online advertising on a computer network; business assistance, namely, outsourcing services; providing home shopping services in the field of industry automation by means of computer, internet, mobile phone; providing home shopping services in the field of industry automation by means of computer, internet, mobile phone; providing business information via a web site; commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services

Goods & Services

Electric welding apparatus; Mobile electrical power generators; Power supply apparatus [generators]; Uninterruptible power supplies [machines] for the generation of electrical energy; Electrically powered windlasses; Power operated tools; Power operated tools; Machines for use in the manufacture of electrical and electronic circuitry; Electric jacks; Power operated valves; Electrically powered windlasses; Electric pulley blocks; Electric cable hoists; Flexible jacks (Power operated -); Electric hoists; Electric jacks; Electrical rotary converters; Electrical drives for machines; Electric drives for elevators; Electronic starters for engines; Electric driving motors for machines; Electric alternators for machines; Electric ignition devices [other than for igniting at a distance]; High-frequency motor spindles with high frequency electric converters and power supply units; Forcible entry tools [powered tools]; Clamp connectors for piping [parts of machines]; Safety valves [parts of machines]; Safety couplings for machines; Safety manual hoists; Aprons [parts of machines]; Bearings [parts of machines]; Belts for machines; Cowlings [parts of machines]; Dynamos; Electroplating machines; Elevator operating apparatus; Elevators [lifts]; Motors, other than for land vehicles; Moving staircases [escalators]. power equipment and Electronic equipment; Position switches; Safety switches; Footstep switches; Microswitches; Miniature switches and Sub-miniature switches; Electrical modules; Control units and Signalling units; Position sensors; Safety buttons; security sensors; Magnetic and inductive proximity sensors; Electrical interlocks; Security door monitoring devices; Transponders; Optical safety barrier; Contactors; Strip terminals; Motor switch; Fuse blocks; Relay sockets; Relays; Interlocking relays; Selection switches; Electronic integrated circuit modules; Electrical and electronic safety buttons; Safety relays [electric]; Explosion-proof electric and electronic apparatus; Explosion-proof position switches; Explosion-proof safety switches; Electrical measuring instruments for measuring electric current, amperage; Programmable logic controllers; Computer software, recorded; Computer software applications, downloadable; Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; Computer programs, recorded; Computer programs, downloadable; Central processing unit and software for monitoring the safe operation of machinery in order to prevent damage; Electrical, electronic or optical sensors for detection, motion, distance, position; Electrical, electronic or optical sensors for detecting motion, distance, position; Control and signalling units to indicate the temperature, pressure, distance, position, PLC on or off status or standby status of electric motors; Timer switches, Timer; Explosion-proof timer switches; Security tokens; Electronic buzzers; Buzzers; Wires, electric; Materials for electricity mains [wires, cables]; Distributing boxes; Switchboxes and Light switch covers; Electric control panels; Signalling lights and Indicator lamps; Lift controls consisting of limit switches; door switches; transfer switches and Floor selection switches; Monitoring and switching devices for lifts; Controls for lift doors; Security control apparatus; Security apparatus for elevators; Light barrier; Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; Electro-dynamic apparatus for remote control signs; 3D scanners; Audio- and video-receivers; Camcorders; Cameras [photography]; Data processing apparatus; Distance measuring apparatus; Downloadable image files; Measuring apparatus; Measuring instruments; Monitoring apparatus, other than for medical purposes; Monitors [computer programs]; Objectives [lenses] [optics]; Observation instruments; Optical apparatus and instruments; Radar apparatus; Video tape recorders. Sales promotion for others; Personnel management consultancy; Relocation services for businesses; Updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; Recording of written communications on computers; Computerized file management; Book-keeping; Business auditing; Advertising; Advertising by mail order; Commercial intermediation services; Demonstration of goods; Market research; Online advertising on a computer network; Outsourcing services [business assistance]; Presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; Presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; Providing business information via a web site; Commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services.

Goods & Services

Adhesives for stationery; desk diaries; year planners; stationery; cases for stationery; educational materials for teaching purposes [except apparatus]; tickets; visiting cards; ball pens; note pads; pads [stationery]; loose-leaf pads; brochures; printed informational folders; envelopes [stationery]; calendars; catalogues; printed lessons; printed lectures; textbooks; manuals for instructional purposes; manuals [handbooks]; teaching materials [except apparatus]; adhesive materials for office use; printed teaching materials; printed educational materials; pamphlets; information booklets; pens; periodicals; penholders; pencil holders; document portfolios; writing or drawing books; loose-leaf binders; bookmarkers; pencil sets; pen sets. Coaching; training; conducting of business conferences; conducting of conventions; arrangement of conferences for educational purposes; conducting of educational courses relating to business; conducting courses, seminars and workshops; arranging and conducting of workshops [training]; provision of education courses relating to electronics; educational courses relating to design; provision of training courses; courses (training -) relating to research and development; demonstration [for instructional purposes]; conducting of seminars and congresses; development of educational courses and examinations; providing of further training courses; training in electrical engineering; training services relating to design; providing online training seminars; organisation of teaching activities; organisation of training; arranging of conferences relating to business; arranging of training courses; arranging technical instruction courses; organisation of seminars and conferences; arranging of seminars relating to business; arranging of workshops and seminars; arranging and conducting of seminars and workshops; arranging and conducting of conferences, congresses and symposiums; arranging and conducting of conventions; publication of fact sheets; publication of instructional literature; publication of printed matter in electronic form on the internet; publication of multimedia material online; publication of leaflets; publication of newspapers, periodicals, catalogs and brochures; publishing of magazines in electronic form on the internet; distance learning services provided online; engineering training services; know-how transfer [training]; transfer of business knowledge and know-how [training]; workshops for training purposes.

Goods & Services

(1) Sales promotion for others; administrative services for the relocation of businesses; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; advertising; advertising by mail order; commercial intermediation services; demonstration of goods; market research; online advertising on a computer network; outsourcing services [business assistance]; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; providing business information via a web site; commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services; computerized file management; personnel management consultancy; book-keeping; business auditing; computerized business records keeping.

Goods & Services

Sales promotion for others; business administrative services for the relocation of businesses; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; advertising; advertising by mail order; commercial intermediation services, namely, third-party services of an agent for, or arranger of, a business contract between two trading parties, mediation of trade business for third parties, and mediation of agreements regarding the sale and purchase of goods; demonstration of goods; market research; online advertising on a computer network; outsourcing services; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes, namely, online retail store and catalog ordering services featuring electric switches, electronic monitors and monitor modules for monitoring electric current and electrical signals, electrical surge arresters, electric current control devices, cable connectors, power connectors, electric actuators, electricity conduits, electric sensors, magnetic sensors, safety handles for machines, electric door opening, closing and locking systems, joysticks being parts of machines, other than for game machines, electric resistors, indicator lights for circuit boards, metal locking mechanisms; providing business information via a web site; commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services; computerized file management; personnel management consultancy; book-keeping; business auditing; computerized business records keeping, namely, business records management

Abstract

The present invention relates to an Unlocking system (1) for unlocking the opening of a door or gate (72), a protection or the like, comprising: at least one power supply control device (5, 6), interposed between a power supply network (R) and a load (M) to be supplied; an unlocking unit (2), having an actuator (22), comprising a body (221 ) that can be fixed to a door or gate (72), and an engagement member (222), and an actuation unit (21 ), which can be fixed to a frame (71) in correspondence with an opening (74), closed by said door or gate (72), wherein said actuation unit (21 ) comprises a blocking member (215), engageable with said engagement member (222) when said door or gate (72) are closed, and a logic control unit (213), configured or configurable to control the operation of said at least one power supply control device (5, 6), so as to allowing the interruption of the power supply of said load (M), and activating the blocking member (215), releasing the engagement member (222), after a predefined or predefined time interval. The present invention also relates to a unlocking unit (2) and a unlocking method.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact

Goods & Services

Electric welding apparatus; Mobile electrical power generators; Power supply apparatus [generators]; Uninterruptible power supplies [machines] for the generation of electrical energy; Electrically powered windlasses; Power operated tools; Power operated tools; Machines for use in the manufacture of electrical and electronic circuitry; Electric jacks; Power operated valves; Electrically powered windlasses; Electric pulley blocks; Electric cable hoists; Flexible jacks (Power operated -); Electric hoists; Electric jacks; Electrical rotary converters; Electrical drives for machines; Electric drives for elevators; Electronic starters for engines; Electric driving motors for machines; Electric alternators for machines; Electric ignition devices [other than for igniting at a distance]; High-frequency motor spindles with high frequency electric converters and power supply units; Forcible entry tools [powered tools]; Clamp connectors for piping [parts of machines]; Safety valves [parts of machines]; Safety couplings for machines; Safety manual hoists; Aprons [parts of machines]; Bearings [parts of machines]; Belts for machines; Cowlings [parts of machines]; Dynamos; Electroplating machines; Elevator operating apparatus; Elevators [lifts]; Motors, other than for land vehicles; Moving staircases [escalators]. power equipment and Electronic equipment; Position switches; Safety switches; Footstep switches; Microswitches; Miniature switches and Sub-miniature switches; Electrical modules; Control units and Signalling units; Position sensors; Safety buttons; security sensors; Magnetic and inductive proximity sensors; Electrical interlocks; Security door monitoring devices; Transponders; Optical safety barrier; Contactors; Strip terminals; Motor switch; Fuse blocks; Relay sockets; Relays; Interlocking relays; Selection switches; Electronic integrated circuit modules; Electrical and electronic safety buttons; Safety relays [electric]; Explosion-proof electric and electronic apparatus; Explosion-proof position switches; Explosion-proof safety switches; Electrical measuring instruments for measuring electric current, amperage; Programmable logic controllers; Computer software, recorded; Computer software applications, downloadable; Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; Computer programs, recorded; Computer programs, downloadable; Central processing unit and software for monitoring the safe operation of machinery in order to prevent damage to machinery; Electrical or electronic sensors for detection, motion, distance, position; Electrical or electronic safety sensors for detecting motion, distance, position; Control and signalling units to indicate the temperature, pressure, distance, position, PLC on or off status or standby status of electric motors; Timer switches, Timer; Explosion-proof timer switches; Security tokens; Electronic buzzers; Buzzers; Wires, electric; Materials for electricity mains [wires, cables]; Distributing boxes; Switchboxes and Light switch covers; Electric control panels; Signalling lights and Indicator lamps; Lift controls consisting of limit switches; door switches; transfer switches and Floor selection switches; Monitoring and switching devices for lifts; Controls for lift doors; Security control apparatus; Security apparatus for elevators; Light barrier; Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; Electro-dynamic apparatus for remote control signs. Sales promotion for others; Personnel management consultancy; Relocation services for businesses; Updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; Computer recording; Computerized file management; Book-keeping; Business auditing; Advertising; Advertising by mail order; Commercial intermediation services; Demonstration of goods; Market research; Online advertising on a computer network; Outsourcing services [business assistance]; Presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; Presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; Providing business information via a web site; Commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services. Repair information; Rental of construction equipment; Electric appliance installation and repair; Machinery installation, maintenance and repair; Interference suppression in electrical apparatus; Elevator installation and repair; Installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic apparatus and equipment; Fire alarm installation and repair; Furniture maintenance; Installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; Construction information; Repair services, in relation to the following goods: Fuse blocks; Repair of power lines; Maintenance and repair for safety purposes; Installation of electrical wiring; Electric appliance installation and repair; Cleaning of electrical motors; Electric appliance installation; Installation of security and safety equipment; Information services relating to maintenance of security systems; Advisory services relating to the installation of security and safety equipment; Maintenance and repair of security installations.

Abstract

A device for controlling a safety apparatus comprises at least one OSSD-type output having an output terminal to be connected to a corresponding input of the safety apparatus, said OSSD output being powerable to a maximum threshold value and to a minimum threshold value of the supply voltage suitable for determining respectively the ON and OFF conditions of said at least one output, a control circuit suitable for carrying out a test of the operation of said at least one OSSD output by sending test micropulses for switching said output terminal to said minimum threshold value to send an error signal to the safety in case of detection of a value different from said minimum threshold value, said control circuit being adapted to generate test micropulses having variable or adjustable duration.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 9/03 - Safety arrangements electric with multiple-channel loop, i.e. redundant control systems
• H01H 9/20 - Interlocking, locking, or latching mechanisms

Abstract

A remote safety release comprises an actuator (13) adapted to move between a inoperative position wherein it does not interact with the locking mechanism of a switch and at least one operative position wherein it interacts with the locking mechanism, a remote control device (14) adapted to promote the movement of the actuator from the inoperative position to an operative position, a transfer mechanism (15) adapted to transfer a force from the remote control device (14) to the actuator (13) following the command given by the operator to promote the movement of the actuator (13) and adapted to exert a first solicitation on the actuator (13) to promote its automatic passage from the inoperative position to an operative position, while the remote control device (14) constantly exerts on the actuator (13) a second contrast solicitation opposite to the first solicitation and having at least equal value.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05C 3/22 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch the bolt being spring-controlled
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• E05C 3/00 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively
• E05B 53/00 - Operation or control of locks by mechanical transmissions, e.g. from a distance
• E05B 1/00 - Knobs or handles for wingsKnobs, handles, or press buttons for locks or latches on wings

Abstract

An electronically operated actuator device for safety assemblies comprises an anchoring body (2) adapted to be anchored to a fixed or movable part of the machine or plant or of the relative protection, anchoring means adapted to be removably inserted in said anchoring body (2) for anchoring it, an actuator pin (3) projecting from the anchoring body (2) along a predetermined development axis (A) and having a first anchoring end (4) inside the anchoring body (2) and a second outer end (5) adapted to interact with a switching device following the approach of the actuator device. The actuator pin (3) is adapted to be oriented about the development axis (A) to be positioned according to at least two positions mutually rotated by 90° around said development axis (A), the anchoring body (2) being designed at its inside to block the rotation of the actuator pin (3) around the development axis (A), or to limit it to a value lower than 90°, when the anchoring means are inserted in the anchor body (2) for anchoring it.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A detection device for safety apparatuses for the control of industrial machines or plants comprises a reading head adapted to be associated with the receiving device of the safety apparatus to receive a presence signal provided with the identification code following the positioning of one of the movable actuators at a predetermined minimum distance from said reading head, a processing circuit integrated in said head and adapted to generate a plurality of output signals corresponding to respective command or signalling functions for one or more parts of the machine or plant, wherein the processing circuit is adapted to associate to each of said identification signals a personalized combination of said output signals for the execution of respective combinations of said functions differentiated for one or more of said movable actuators.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 19/406 - Numerical control [NC], i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form characterised by monitoring or safety

Abstract

A system for the safe control of safety protections for machines or industrial plants comprises at least one first control device (2) placed in correspondence with at least one of the accesses (Al, A2), outside the safety perimeter (P) for sending of commands to stop and enable the machine or plant (M) following the opening/closing of one of the accesses (Al, A2), a first safety switch (3) placed close to one or more of the accesses (Al, A2) for their locking and/or unlocking, one or more actuators each having a transponder with identification code and suitable for interacting with the first control device and/or safety switch for sending respective commands actuation, at least one control unit operatively connected to the first control device and to the safety switch to receive the actuation commands and enable the operation of the machine or plant (M) inside the safety perimeter (P), or at least part of the machine or plant (M), between an operating condition of fully operation and a safety operating condition according to the type of activation commands received. Second means are also provided for enabling the exit from the safety perimeter (P) for one or more operators associated with at least one of said one or more accesses (Al, A2) which comprise at least one second control device (4) located in correspondence to at least one of the accesses (Al, A2) and positioned inside the safety perimeter (P), for sending commands to the machine or plant (M).

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit

Abstract

A safety switch for guarding access to industrial machines and plants comprises a switching device (2) provide with first anchoring means (9) to a fixed part of the access to be guarded, a driving device (3) adapted to be anchored to the movable part of the access and to interact with the switching means upon the opening/closing the access for opening/closing one or more circuits, signaling means comprising one or more sources of light signals adapted to emit one or more light and/or visible signals representative of the state of said one or more circuits and wherein the switching device (2) has at least one portion or cap (6) made of a transparent or translucent material which encloses one or more of sources of light signals to make them visible from the outside at least in the powered condition.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A safety switch comprises a switching device (2) housing thereinside switching means, a driving device (3) adapted to interact with the switching means at the opening/closing of the access, wherein the switching device houses locking/releasing means (23) of the driving device (3) to prevent unauthorized opening of the access. The driving device (3) comprises an interaction element (17) adapted to fit into a slot (20) of the switching device (2) to interact with the locking/releasing means (23), these latter being provided with a locking pin (24) movable between an inoperative unlocking position and an operative locking position, the interaction element (17) being provided with a seat (25) for the insertion of one end of the locking pin (24). The locking/releasing means (23) comprises a locking element (40) adapted to translate to engage the interaction element (17) in a locking position wherein the interaction element (17) is locked on the switching device (2) and in a holding position wherein the interaction element (17) is removable.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• E05B 17/20 - Means independent of the locking mechanism for preventing unauthorised opening, e.g. for securing the bolt in the fastening position
• E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
• E05B 47/02 - Adaptation of locks, latches, or parts thereof, for movement of the bolt by electromagnetic means

Abstract

A switch monitors an access (A) to a machine or plant. The switch has a switching device (3) housing switching mechanism, an actuator device (2), and a push-button panel (12). The housing switching mechanism operatively connects to one or more circuits of the machine or plant. The actuator device (2) interacts with the switching mechanism at the opening/closing of the access (A). The push-button panel (12) has a shell (14) provided with controls (13) designed to operate on one or more of the circuits of the machine or plant. The shell anchors to a fixed part (F) of the access (A) to allow the rotation of the shell (14) around a rotation axis (R), so as to vary an orientation of the shell (14) with respect to the switching device (3) and/or to control and/or service circuits.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/29 - Individual registration on entry or exit involving the use of a pass the pass containing active electronic elements, e.g. smartcards
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 13/14 - Operating parts, e.g. push-button

Abstract

A safety switch comprises a switching device having a casing housing electric and/or electronic control means adapted to be connected with one or more circuits, an operating device adapted to be anchored to a movable part of the access to interact with the switching means when the access is opened/closed for the opening/closure of the circuits, means for detecting the opening of the access associated with the switching device and with the operating device for sending a stop command of the machine or plant upon the detection or request for the opening of the access, driving means for sending activation/deactivation and/or signalling controls and that comprise a touch monitor provided with one or more virtual controls and at least one microprocessor suitable for associating the virtual controls with a control and/or signalling function.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
• E05B 39/00 - Locks giving indication of unauthorised unlocking
• G05B 19/406 - Numerical control [NC], i.e. automatically operating machines, in particular machine tools, e.g. in a manufacturing environment, so as to execute positioning, movement or co-ordinated operations by means of programme data in numerical form characterised by monitoring or safety

Goods & Services

Adhesives for stationery; Desk diaries; Year planners; Stationery; Cases for stationery; Educational equipment; Tickets; Visiting cards; Ball pens; Note pads; Pads [stationery]; Loose-leaf pads; Brochures; Printed informational folders; Envelopes [stationery]; Calendars; Catalogues; Printed lessons; Printed lectures; Textbooks; Manuals for instructional purposes; Manuals [handbooks]; Teaching materials [except apparatus]; Adhesive materials for office use; Printed teaching materials; Printed educational materials; Pamphlets; Information booklets; Pens; Periodicals; Penholders; Pencil holders; Document portfolios; Writing or drawing books; Loose-leaf binders; Bookmarkers; Pencil sets; Pen sets. Coaching; Training; Conducting of business conferences; Conducting of conventions; Arrangement of conferences for educational purposes; Conducting of educational courses relating to business; Conducting courses, seminars and workshops; Arranging and conducting of workshops [training]; Provision of education courses relating to electronics; Educational courses relating to design; Provision of training courses; Courses (Training -) relating to research and development; Demonstration [for instructional purposes]; Conducting of seminars and congresses; Development of educational courses and examinations; Providing of further training courses; Training in electrical engineering; Training services relating to design; Providing online training seminars; Organisation of teaching activities; Organisation of training; Arranging of conferences relating to business; Arranging of training courses; Arranging technical instruction courses; Organisation of seminars and conferences; Arranging of seminars relating to business; Arranging of workshops and seminars; Arranging and conducting of seminars and workshops; Arranging and conducting of conferences, congresses and symposiums; Arranging and conducting of conventions; Publication of fact sheets; Publication of instructional literature; Publication of printed matter in electronic form on the Internet; Publication of multimedia material online; Publication of leaflets; Publication of newspapers, periodicals, catalogs and brochures; Publishing of magazines in electronic form on the Internet; Distance learning services provided online; Engineering training services; Know-how transfer [training]; Transfer of business knowledge and know-how [training]; Workshops for training purposes.

Abstract

A handle actuator device for barriers or protection panels for access to industrial machines or plants, wherein an access (A) comprises a movable part (M) and a fixed frame (T) which a fixed device (2) of the receiving or transmitting type connected to the machine or plant is fixed to, which handle actuator device (1) comprises a shell (3) having means for anchoring to the movable part (M) of the access (A) and provided with a handle portion (4) adapted to be grasped by a user for moving the movable part (M) of the access (A), an actuator (5) associated with the shell (3) and provided with a first transmitting or receiving element (6) adapted to interact with the fixed receiving or transmitting device (2) placed on the fixed frame (T) of the access (A) at the closing thereof to enable/disable one or more operations of the machine or plant to be monitored, wherein the shell (3) comprises a housing (7) shaped to accommodate said actuator (5) according to at least two configurations wherein the first element (6) is oriented according to at least two different positions and is facing two different faces (8, 9) of the housing (7).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• E05B 1/00 - Knobs or handles for wingsKnobs, handles, or press buttons for locks or latches on wings

Abstract

A device for controlling a safety apparatus comprises at least one OSSD-type output, preferably a pair of outputs, having an output terminal adapted to be connected to a corresponding input of the safety apparatus adapted to detect the signals coming from said at least one OSSD output, said at least one OSSD output being powerable to a maximum threshold value and to a minimum threshold value of the supply voltage suitable for determining respectively the ON and OFF conditions of said at least one output, a control circuit suitable for carrying out a test of the operation of said at least one OSSD output by sending test micropulses for switching said output terminal to said minimum threshold value to send an error signal to the safety in case of detection of a value different from said minimum threshold value, said control circuit is adapted to generate test micropulses having variable or adjustable duration according to the defined load of the circuit located downstream of said at least one OSSD output.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current
• H02H 3/20 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to excess voltage
• G05B 9/02 - Safety arrangements electric

Abstract

A remote safety release for a safety switch comprises an actuator (13) adapted to interact with the locking mechanism of the associated switch (1) to cause its forced release, the actuator (13) being adapted to move between an inoperative position wherein it does not interact with the locking mechanism and at least one operative position wherein it interacts with the locking mechanism, a remote control device (14) adapted to be driven by an operator to remotely control said actuator (13) and promote the movement thereof from the inoperative position to an operative position, a transfer mechanism (15) adapted to transfer a force from the remote control device (14) to the actuator (13) following the command given by the operator to promote the movement of the actuator (13). The transfer mechanism (15) is adapted to exert a first solicitation on the actuator (13) such as to promote its automatic passage from the inoperative position to an operative position, while the remote control device (14) constantly exerts on the actuator (13) a second contrast solicitation opposite to the first solicitation and having at least equal value to cancel said first solicitation and hold the actuator (13) in the inoperative position, allowing the automatic passage of the actuator (13) from the inoperative position to an operative position in the absence of the second solicitation for the release of the locking mechanism.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 1/00 - Knobs or handles for wingsKnobs, handles, or press buttons for locks or latches on wings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A detection device for safety apparatuses for the control of industrial machines or plants comprises a reading head adapted to be associated with the receiving device of the safety apparatus to receive a presence signal provided with the identification code following the positioning of one of the movable actuators at a predetermined minimum distance from said reading head, a processing circuit integrated in said head and adapted to generate a plurality of output signals corresponding to respective command or signalling functions for one or more parts of the machine or plant, wherein the processing circuit is adapted to associate to each of said identification signals a personalized combination of said output signals for the execution of respective combinations of said functions differentiated for one or more of said movable actuators.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors

Goods & Services

Electric and electronic equipment; position switches; safety switches; foot switches; microswitches; switches in miniature and sub-miniature; electric modules; connectors; control and signalling units; safety buttons; position sensor; safety sensor; magnetic and inductive proximity sensors; electrical interlocks; safety door monitoring equipment; transponder; safety optic barrier; contactors; terminal board; motor interrupter; fuse blocks; relays sockets; relays; interlock relays; selector switches; electronic integrated circuit modules; electric and electronic safety push buttons; electric safety relays; explosion proof electrical and electronic equipment; explosion proof position switches; explosion proof safety switches; electrical measurement instruments for measuring electric current; electrical programmable logic controller (PLC); electrical safety programmable logic controller (PLC); electrical enclosures for protecting electrical and electronic circuits; electrical control system comprising electric circuits; programmable logic controllers; computer software, recorded; computer software applications, downloadable; computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable; computer programs, recorded; computer programs, downloadable; a central processing unit and computer software for monitoring the safe operation of machinery to prevent damage to the machinery; electric or electronic sensors for sensing, motion, distance, position; electric or electronic safety sensors for sensing motion, distance, position; control and signaling units for indicating the status of electric motors temperature, pressure, distance, position, status of plc on or off, or standby status; time switches, timers; explosion proof time switches; security tokens; electronic buzzer; buzzers; cables, electric; wires, electric; materials for electricity mains [wires, cables]; distribution box; switch boxes and decorative switch plate covers; electric control panels; signal and indicating lights, elevator controls consisting of limit switches, door switches, transfer switches and floor selector switches; lift monitoring and switching apparatus; lift door controls; security control apparatus; security apparatus for elevators; light curtain; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; electro-dynamic apparatus for the remote control of signals. Sales promotion for others; personnel management consultancy; administrative services for the relocation of businesses; updating and maintenance of data in computer databases; computer recording services, namely, computer data entry services; computerized file management; accounting; business auditing; advertising; advertising by mail order; commercial intermediation services; demonstration of goods; marketing research; online advertising on a computer network; outsourcing services [business assistance]; presentation of goods on communication media, for retail purposes; providing business information via a web site; providing commercial information and advice for consumers in the choice of products and services. Repair information; rental of construction equipment; electric appliance installation and repair; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; interference suppression in electrical apparatus; elevator installation and repair; installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic apparatus and equipment; fire alarm installation and repair; furniture maintenance; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; interference suppression in electrical apparatus; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; providing construction information; providing information relating to repairs; rental of construction equipment; repair of security locks; repair of power lines; safe maintenance and repair.

Abstract

A safety handle for the control of access to machines or industrial plants comprises a main body (3, 4) adapted to be gripped by a user for moving the movable part (M) of the access (A), fixing means for fixing the main body (3, 4) to the movable part (M), an actuator (2) suitable to be associated with the main body (3, 4) to interact with control means associated with the access (A) upon closure thereof for enabling the machine or industrial plant to be controlled. The main body (3, 4) houses thereinside one or more signalling and/or control devices (25, 26) provided with electrical connection means for connection to one or more power and/or service circuits of the machine or industrial plant, at least one of the signalling and/or control devices comprising one or more light sources (25) adapted to emit a light beam.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
• E05B 1/00 - Knobs or handles for wingsKnobs, handles, or press buttons for locks or latches on wings
• F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact

Abstract

A safety handle for the control of access for machines or industrial plants comprises a main body (3, 4) adapted to be anchored to the movable part (M) of the access (A) to be controlled and adapted to be gripped by a user for moving the movable part (M) of the access (A), fixing means for fixing the main body (3, 4) to the movable part (M) of the access (A), an actuator (2) to be associated with the main body (3, 4) and adapted to interact with control means associated with the fixed part (F) of the access (A) upon closure thereof for enabling the machine or industrial plant to be controlled, sealing means (11) suitable for covering the fixing means to prevent access from the outside.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

Abstract

A potentiometer comprises a cylindrical case (2) having an upper edge portion (3) and housing an electric adjustment device (5) enclosing a variable resistance, means (8) for the electrical connection of the electrical adjustment device (5) to the circuit to be controlled, a knob (9) partially inserted into the case (2), a drive shaft (10) at least partially housed in the case (2) with a first end (11) associated with the knob (9) to be integral in rotation therewith and a second end (12) interacting with the variable resistance to vary the instantaneous value thereof upon the rotation of the shaft (10). The electric adjustment device (5) comprises a box-like housing (14) coupled to the electrical connection means (8) and housing the variable resistance and having a longitudinal passing-through hole (15) suitable for snugly fit the second end (12) of the shaft (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01C 1/022 - HousingEnclosingEmbeddingFilling the housing or enclosure the housing or enclosure being openable or separable from the resistive element
• H01C 10/14 - Adjustable resistors adjustable by auxiliary driving means

Abstract

A switch comprises a switching device (3) to be anchored to a fixed part (F) of the access (A) to be monitored and housing switching means adapted to be operatively connected to one or more circuits of the plant, an actuator device (2) to be anchored to a movable part (M) of the access (A) to interact with the switching means at the time of opening/closing of the access, a push-button station (12) provided with one or more controls (13) designed to operate on one or more of the circuits of the plant. The push-button panel (12) comprises a shell (14) provided with the controls (13) and means for anchoring to the fixed part (F) of the access (A) adapted to allow the rotation of the shell (14) around a rotation axis (R), so as to vary its orientation with respect to said switching device (3) and/or to control and/or signalling circuits.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers

Abstract

A safety switch for monitoring access to machines or industrial plants comprises a switching device (5, 105) having a casing (6, 106) housing electric and/or electronic control means adapted to be connected with one or more control and/or signalling circuits of the machine or plant, an operating device (2, 102) adapted to be anchored to a movable part (M) of the access (A) to interact with the switching means when the access (A) is opened/closed for the opening/closure of one or more of said circuits, means for detecting the opening of the access (A) associated with the switching device (5, 105) and with the operating device (2, 102) for sending a stop command of the machine or plant upon the detection or request for the opening of the access (A), driving means (9, 109) for sending activation/deactivation and/or signalling controls and that comprise at least one touch monitor (10, 110) associated with the casing (6, 106) and provided with one or more virtual controls and at least one microprocessor suitable for associating said one or more virtual controls with a control and/or signalling function.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• F16P 3/14 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine the means being photocells or other devices sensitive without mechanical contact

Goods & Services

Electromagnetic switches; electric circuit closers; differential switches; magnetic switches; circuit closers; circuit breakers; limit switches; proximity switches; cut-out switches; switches, electric; remote multi switches; switch panels [electric]; electric current control devices; apparatus and instruments for controlling electricity; electric current switches; electrical and electronic components; safety, security, protection and signalling devices; alarms and warning equipment; electronic access control systems for interlocking doors; signalling apparatus; electrical signalling apparatus; signalling apparatus and instruments.

Goods & Services

Electromagnetic switches being solenoid valves for locking doors; magnets for industrial purposes, namely, magnetic switches being directly or indirectly operated, for use with electronic locks; electromechanical limit switches for detecting the position, motion and location of machine parts or presence of an object; electric switches, for safety interlocks for electronic locks; remote multi switches being remote controlled electrical switches for machine motors; electric current switches being contact units for limit switches and safety switches; electrical and electronic components, namely, proximity sensors and safety control devices for human-machine interface, namely, lockout devices for use with electrical switches for electronic locks; safety, security, protection and signaling devices, namely, electronic door alarms and proximity sensors for electronic door locks; alarms and warning equipment, namely, door alarms and alarm monitoring systems; electronic access control systems for interlocking doors; signaling apparatus and instruments, namely, electric warning lights for electromagnetic and electric locks that signal and track machine use

Abstract

A safety switch for controlling the access to industrial machines comprises a switching device having switching means, an actuator device (3) to interact with the switching means at the opening/closing of the access for passing from a removed condition to an inserted condition, locking/unlocking means adapted to lock the actuator device on the switching device following their mutual interaction, an electronic control unit having a first communication channel with a first inlet and a first outlet and a second communication channel with a second inlet and a second outlet, wherein said first inlet and said second outlet are of safe type and adapted to vary their state after detecting the condition of said actuator device and wherein said electronic control unit is adapted to vary the state of said first outlet and said second outlet upon detection respectively of a first and a of second condition for said actuator device.

IPC Classes  ?

• G07C 9/00 - Individual registration on entry or exit
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation

Abstract

A safety switch with detection of the end-stroke of the unlocking mechanism adapted to supervise a safety access of a machine or industrial plant comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be associated to the fixed part of an access to be supervised and having switching means (5) adapted to be operatively connected to one or more control and/or service circuits of the plant for the control thereof, an operating device (3) associated to a movable part of the access to interact with the switching means (5) at the time of opening/closing of the access for opening/closing of one or more circuits, an unlocking mechanism (13) housed in the switching device (2) and having an unlocking pin (14) adapted to translate with maximum predetermined stroke from a blocking position of the access to an unlocked position to determine the opening of the switching means (5), means (17) for the detection of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14) comprising a first detector (18) adapted to detect the start of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14) and a second detector (19) adapted to detect the end of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14).

IPC Classes  ?

• H03K 17/95 - Proximity switches using a magnetic detector
• H03K 17/97 - Switches controlled by moving an element forming part of the switch using a magnetic movable element
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 50/32 - Latching movable parts mechanically

Abstract

A safety switch comprises a switching device (2) having a casing (4) housing switching means (5) connected to one or more circuits, an operating device (3) interacting with the switching means (5) for opening/closing the circuits, an unlocking mechanism (13) having an unlocking pin (14) translating with a maximum stroke from a locking position of the access to an unlocking position to operate the opening of the switching means (5), detection means (17) of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14) having a first detector (18) of the start of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14), an auxiliary unlocking control (25, 26) operatively connected to the unlocking mechanism (13) from a rest position to an operative position of unlocking of the access and promote the translation of the unlocking pin (14) The detection means (17) comprise an auxiliary detector (31) for detecting the actuation of the auxiliary unlocking control (25, 26).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 50/32 - Latching movable parts mechanically
• H03K 17/95 - Proximity switches using a magnetic detector
• H03K 17/97 - Switches controlled by moving an element forming part of the switch using a magnetic movable element

Abstract

A safety switch with differentiated CPUs comprises a switching device (2) associated with a fixed part of an access to be controlled and having switching means connected to one or more circuits of the system for the opening/closing thereof, a driving device (3) associated to a movable part of the access to interact with the switching means for opening/closing of one or more circuits, control means (6) associated with the switching device (2) and adapted to receive input signals from the circuits through respective communication buses for sending an error signal and/or for stopping the system in case of no signal or detection of non-compliance, wherein the control means (6) comprise a main CPU (7) connected with the communication buses (9) associated with safety functions and at least one auxiliary CPU (8) connected solely to the communication buses (12) associated with circuits and/or devices not related to safety conditions.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05B 19/042 - Programme control other than numerical control, i.e. in sequence controllers or logic controllers using digital processors

Abstract

A safety handle for the control of access to machines or industrial plants comprises a main body (3, 4) adapted to be anchored to the movable part (M) of the access (A) and adapted to be gripped by a user for moving the movable part (M) of the access (A), fixing means for fixing the main body (3, 4) to the movable part (M) of the access (A), an actuator (2) suitable to be associated with the main body (3, 4) and adapted to interact with control means associated with the fixed part (F) of the access (A) upon closure thereof for enabling the machine or industrial plant to be controlled. The main body (3, 4) houses thereinside one or more signalling and/or control devices (25, 26) provided with electrical connection means for connection to one or more power and/or service circuits of the machine or industrial plant, at least one of the signalling and/or control devices comprising one or more light sources (25) adapted to emit a light beam.

IPC Classes  ?

• E05B 17/00 - Accessories in connection with locks
• F16P 3/12 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body with means, e.g. feelers, which in case of the presence of a body part of a person in or near the danger zone influence the control or operation of the machine

Abstract

A safety handle for the control of access for machines or industrial plants comprises a main body (3, 4) adapted to be anchored to the movable part (M) of the access (A) to be controlled and adapted to be gripped by a user for moving the movable part (M) of the access (A), fixing means for fixing the main body (3, 4) to the movable part (M) of the access (A), an actuator (2) to be associated with the main body (3, 4) and adapted to interact with control means associated with the fixed part (F) of the access (A) upon closure thereof for enabling the machine or industrial plant to be controlled, sealing means (11) suitable for covering the fixing means to prevent access from the outside.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A potentiometer comprises a cylindrical case (2) having an enlarged and open upper edge portion (3) and housing an electric adjustment device (5) enclosing a variable resistance, means (8) for the electrical connection of the electrical adjustment device (5) to the circuit to be controlled, a knob (9) partially inserted into the case (2), a drive shaft (10) at least partially housed in the case (2) with a first end (11) associated with the knob (9) to be integral in rotation therewith and a second end (12) interacting with the variable resistance to vary the instantaneous value thereof upon the rotation of the shaft (10). The electric adjustment device (5) comprises a box-like housing (14) coupled to the electrical connection means (8) and housing the variable resistance and having a longitudinal passing-through hole (15) suitable for snugly fit the second end (12) of the shaft (10) to bring it into contact with the variable resistance.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01C 1/022 - HousingEnclosingEmbeddingFilling the housing or enclosure the housing or enclosure being openable or separable from the resistive element
• H01C 10/14 - Adjustable resistors adjustable by auxiliary driving means
• H01C 10/30 - Adjustable resistors the contact sliding along resistive element

Abstract

A control station for electrical installation comprises a protection box (2) having a side wall (3) with a front face (4) defining a development plane (π), a plurality of controls (5, 9, 20) anchored to the protection box (2), at least one of the controls being a mushroom emergency push button (9), movable electrical contacts associated with respective controls (5, 9, 20) to be connected to one or more circuits of the electrical installation for the opening/closing thereof. Each control (5, 9, 20) is associated with one or more contact units (22) having movable electrical contacts arranged in the protection box (2). The emergency push button (9) is housed in a seat (8) formed on a side face (7) of the side wall (3) perpendicular to the development plane (π) and is anchored to one or more contact units (22) removably housed in the protection box (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers
• H01H 13/04 - CasesCovers
• H01H 13/14 - Operating parts, e.g. push-button
• H01H 13/70 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a plurality of operating members associated with different sets of contacts, e.g. keyboard

Goods & Services

Electromagnetic switches; Electric circuit closers; Differential switches; Magnetic switches; Circuit closers; Circuit breakers; Limit switches; Proximity switches; Cut-out switches; Switches, electric; Remote multi switches; Switch panels [electric]; Electric current control devices; Apparatus and instruments for controlling electricity; Electric current switches; Electrical and electronic components; Safety, security, protection and signalling devices; Alarms and warning equipment; Access control devices; Signalling apparatus; Electrical signalling apparatus; Signalling apparatus and instruments.

Abstract

A safety switch for the control of access for machines and industrial plants comprises a casing adapted to be fastened to a fixed part of the access to be controlled and housing thereinside switching means) for controlling one or more control and/or service circuits of the machine or plant, driving means adapted to interact with the switching means upon the opening/closing of the access for opening/closing one or more circuits, anchoring means of the casing to the fixed part of the access, the anchoring means being integrated in the casing and adapted to allow the selective fixing to the fixed part of the access according to at least two mutually angled orientations, one or more auxiliary modules adapted to be selectively mounted to the longitudinal upper end of the casing, fixing means for fixing the one or more auxiliary modules to the casing.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers

Goods & Services

Electric contacts; electric switches; casings and casing parts for electrical equipment, namely, housing for switching apparatus; electric controlling devices; electric pushbutton control panels; electric pushbutton switches; signaling lamps for indicating device status; electrical control boxes; control apparatus for electrical switching and signaling; electrical controlling devices; electrical and electronic foot switches electric pushbuttons; electric safety buttons; electric selector switches

Abstract

v) adapted to be inserted in the opening (6) of the box body (5) and provided with second connecting means complementary to the first connecting means.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 9/28 - Interlocking, locking, or latching mechanisms for locking switch parts by a key or equivalent removable member
• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 27/06 - Key inserted and then turned to effect operation of the switch

Abstract

112112122) upon detection respectively of a first and a of second condition for said actuator device (3), wherein said first and said second conditions are different from each other.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts
• H02H 7/00 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements specially adapted for specific types of electric machines or apparatus or for sectionalised protection of cable or line systems, and effecting automatic switching in the event of an undesired change from normal working conditions
• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift

Abstract

A control station for electrical installation comprises a protection box (2) having a side wall (3) with a front face (4) defining a longitudinal axis (L) parallel to its development plane (π), a plurality of controls (5, 9, 20) anchored to the protection box (2), at least one of the controls being a mushroom emergency push button (9), a plurality of pairs of mutually movable electrical contacts associated with respective controls (5, 9, 20) and adapted to be connected to one or more power supply and/or service circuits of the electrical installation for the opening/closing thereof. Each control (5, 9, 20) is associated with one or more contact units (22) having respective pairs of mutually movable electrical contacts and arranged in the protection box (2) in a removable manner. The emergency push button (9) is housed in a respective seat (8) formed on a side face (7) of the side wall (3) perpendicular to the development plane (π) and is anchored to one or more contact units (22) removably housed in the protection box (2) with the respective contacts movable along a movement direction (X) parallel to the development plane (π).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers

Abstract

A safety switch with differentiated CPUs for controlling a security access of a machine or industrial system comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be associated with a fixed part of an access to be controlled and having switching means adapted to be operatively connected to one or more control and/or service circuits of the system for the opening/closing thereof, a driving device (3) associated to a movable part of the access to interact with the switching means at the opening/closing of the access for opening/closing of one or more circuits, control means (6) associated with the switching device (2) and adapted to receive input signals from the control and/or service circuits through respective communication buses to verify the proper operation and to control the switching means for sending an error signal and/or for stopping the system in case of no signal or detection of non-compliance, wherein the control means (6) comprise at least a main CPU (7) operatively connected with the communication buses (9) associated with the safety functions of the system. The control means (6) comprise at least one auxiliary CPU (8) operatively connected solely to the communication buses (12) associated with service circuits and/or service devices not related to safety conditions of the system.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings

Abstract

A safety switch with detection of the end-stroke of the unlocking mechanism adapted to supervise a safety access of a machine or industrial plant comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be associated to the fixed part of an access to be supervised and having switching means (5) adapted to be operatively connected to one or more control and/or service circuits of the plant for the control thereof, an operating device (3) associated to a movable part of the access to interact with the switching means (5) at the time of opening/closing of the access for opening/closing of one or more circuits, an unlocking mechanism (13) housed in the switching device (2) and having an unlocking pin (14) adapted to translate with maximum predetermined stroke from a blocking position of the access to an unlocked position to determine the opening of the switching means (5), means (17) for the detection of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14) comprising a first detector (18) adapted to detect the start of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14) and a second detector (19) adapted to detect the end of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings

Abstract

A safety switch with detection of the drive of an auxiliary unlocking control adapted to supervise a safety access of a machine or industrial plant, comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be associated to a fixed part of an access to be supervised and having a casing (4) defining a longitudinal axis (X) and housing switching means (5) adapted to be operatively connected to one or more control and/or service circuits for the control thereof, an operating device (3) adapted to be associated to a movable part of the access to interact with the switching means (5) at the time of opening/closing of the access for opening/closing one or more circuits, an unlocking mechanism (13) housed in the casing (4) and having an unlocking pin (14) adapted to translate longitudinally with a maximum predetermined stroke from a locking position of the access to an unlocking position to operate the opening of the switching means (5), means (17) for detection of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14) having at least one first detector (18) adapted to detect the start of the stroke of the unlocking pin (14), at least one auxiliary unlocking control (25, 26) operatively connected to the unlocking mechanism (13) and susceptible to move from a rest position to an operative position of unlocking of the access and promote the translation of the unlocking pin (14) even with the actuator device (3) inserted, The detection means (17) comprise at least one auxiliary detector (31) adapted to detect the actuation of the at least one auxiliary unlocking control (25, 26).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

A safety switch for the control of access for machines and industrial plants comprises a casing (4) adapted to be fastened to a fixed part (F) of the access to be controlled and housing thereinside switching means) for controlling one or more control and/or service circuits of the machine or plant, driving means adapted to interact with the switching means upon the opening/closing of the access for opening/closing one or more circuits, anchoring means (5) of the casing (4) to the fixed part (F) of the access, the anchoring means (5) being integrated in the casing (4) and adapted to allow the selective fixing to the fixed part (F) of the access according to at least two mutually angled orientations, one or more auxiliary modules (18) adapted to be selectively mounted to the longitudinal upper end (8) of the casing (4), fixing means for fixing the one or more auxiliary modules (18) to the casing (4).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers

Abstract

A modular structure for safety switches for controlling access for machines and industrial plants comprises a casing (2) adapted to be anchored to a fixed part of the access to be controlled and housing thereinside switching means for controlling one or more control and/or service circuits of the machine or plant, drive means adapted to interact with the switching means upon the opening/closing of the access for opening/closing of one or more circuits, an auxiliary module (3-3v) adapted to be anchored to the casing (2) and housing at least one control (4i-4v) adapted to be manually operated to operate on the switching means and/or the drive means. The auxiliary module (3-3v) comprises a box hollow body (5) having at least one opening (6) for inserting the control (4'-4v) provided with first means for removably connecting the control (4i-4v), the latter being selected within a series of controls (4i-4v) having functions different from each other and each provided with a fastening rod (7i-7v) adapted to be inserted in the opening (6) of the box body (5) and provided with second connecting means complementary to the first connecting means for allowing the selective assembly of the respective control (4i-4v) with the box body (5) based on the designed function of the module (3-3v).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 9/28 - Interlocking, locking, or latching mechanisms for locking switch parts by a key or equivalent removable member
• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H02B 1/46 - BoxesParts thereof or accessories therefor
• H01H 27/06 - Key inserted and then turned to effect operation of the switch
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings

Abstract

A safety switch with a lock-out device including a switching unit, switching elements and actuating elements. The switching elements and the actuating elements are electronic and are respectively associated with a first communication element and a second communication element adapted to remote communicating therebetween by a signal and to allow the switching elements to discriminate the presence of an operating unit close to the switching unit. The switching unit includes a movable guard having a shielding element adapted to interpose itself between the communication elements when the guard is into the active position to avoid the transmission of the signal and the closing of the switching elements.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

An adapter for mounting electric units to be wired to an electric system comprises a hollow anchoring body (10) having an upper portion (17) with a hole (12) for the passage of a driving control (6), a lower portion (16) removably coupled with the upper portion (17), a pair of reciprocally opposite side faces (15) at least partially open to allow the wires to access to electric units (2) housed into the anchoring body (10), means (14) for removably mounting the anchoring body (10) to a support (R), first holding means (27) adapted to removably fix the electric unit (2) to the bottom wall (13) of the lower portion (16). The first holding means (27) comprise at least one first and one second recesses (29) formed in the bottom wall (13) at respective open side faces (15) to house and snap-hold the electric unit (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 9/26 - Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail or strip-mounting
• H01R 25/14 - Rails or bus-bars constructed so that the counterparts can be connected thereto at any point along their length
• H01R 31/06 - Intermediate parts for linking two coupling parts, e.g. adapter
• H01L 33/62 - Arrangements for conducting electric current to or from the semiconductor body, e.g. leadframe, wire-bond or solder balls
• H02B 1/052 - Mounting on rails

Abstract

A lever actuator for controlling electrical devices comprises an anchoring body (2) for the anchorage to the panel or box of the device defining a central axis (X) and provided with drive means (5) adapted to engage the switching means of the electrical device, a control lever (7) having a lower end (8) pivoted on the anchoring body (2) to rotate around a fulcrum point (9) and selectively engage the drive means (5), a flexible sheath (10) for covering the lever (7) fixed to the anchoring body (2) by sealing means (3, 13), locking means (19) of the lever (7), unlocking means (26) comprising a releasing element (27) movable on the lever (7) between a locking position of the lever (7) wherein it engages the locking means (19) and an unlocking position wherein it is free therefrom to disengage the lever (7) from the locking means (19) and allow the rotation thereof. The flexible sheath (10) is a unitary body which entirely covers the lever (7) and the release element (27) seamlessly. The unlocking means (26) comprise a gripping element (28) coupled to the releasing element (27) with the interposition of the sheath (10) to allow gripping of the unlocking means (26) by a user adapted to promote the movement of the releasing element (27) from the locking position to the unlocking position.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 25/06 - Operating part movable both angularly and rectilinearly, the rectilinear movement being along the axis of angular movement
• G05G 5/00 - Means for preventing, limiting or returning the movements of parts of a control mechanism, e.g. locking controlling member
• H01H 9/04 - Dustproof, splashproof, drip-proof, waterproof, or flameproof casings

Abstract

A switch control apparatus for electric plants includes a box-like body which is adapted to be anchored to a fixed o movable part of an electric plant and has a closing panel with at least one passage therethrough, at least one contact unit which is accommodated in the box-like body at the passage and is adapted to be electrically connected to at least one respective electric circuit of the plant for selective open/close control thereof, at least one actuator which is adapted to interact with the contact unit for the latter to ensure selective opening/closing of the respective circuits, an anchor system for anchoring the contact unit to the actuator. The anchor system includes a container member which is adapted to enclose and contain the contact unit and to be anchored to the closing panel in the box-like body for stably securing the contact unit on the actuator.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 9/00 - Details of switching devices, not covered by groups
• H01H 13/00 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch
• H01H 13/04 - CasesCovers
• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 13/50 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a single operating member
• H01H 1/58 - Electric connections to or between contactsTerminals
• H01H 3/60 - Mechanical arrangements for preventing or damping vibration or shock

Abstract

An hand-operated safety switch with time delay (1) comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be anchored to a fixed part of the protection and provided with switching means (5) adapted to be connected to a plant to be controlled, an operating device (3) adapted to be anchored to a movable part of the protection for interacting with the switching means (5) upon the closing of the movable part. The switching device (2) comprises a locking mechanism (9) associated with the switching means (5) and adapted to selectively hold/release the operating device (3) and hand-operable unlocking means (10) operatively coupled with the locking mechanism (9) for unlocking the operating device (3) with a predetermined time delay with respect of the switching of the power supply circuit by the switching means (5). The switching device (2) has sensor means (13) operatively coupled with the switching means (5) for modifying their operative condition in function of an inlet signal. The operating device (3) also comprises a transmitter (14) adapted to send a proximity signal to be received as input by the sensor means (13) for controlling the switching means (5) when said transmitter (14) is place at a predetermined minimum distance from the sensor means (13). The locking mechanism (9) also comprises an inner passage (29) adapted to allow the passage of means for connecting the sensor means (13) with the switching means (5) avoiding the interference with the unlocking means (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• H02H 11/00 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for preventing the switching-on in case an undesired electric working condition might result
• H03K 17/95 - Proximity switches using a magnetic detector
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H03K 17/965 - Switches controlled by moving an element forming part of the switch
• H03K 17/968 - Switches controlled by moving an element forming part of the switch using opto-electronic devices

Abstract

An electronic operated safety switch has a switching device which houses a switch. The switch is operatively connected to a control or service circuit. The electronic operated safety switch also has an operating device configured for engaging the switch. The switching device comprises a head housing a sensor, and a case housing a lock. The operating device is adapted to send a signal to the sensor, thereby controlling the switch. The switch comprises an actuator housed in the case, the actuator configured to operate on the lock upon the receiving by the sensor of the signal.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 50/16 - Magnetic circuit arrangements
• H01H 50/02 - BasesCasingsCovers
• H03K 17/945 - Proximity switches
• H03K 17/94 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking characterised by the way in which the control signals are generated
• H01H 50/32 - Latching movable parts mechanically
• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H03K 17/95 - Proximity switches using a magnetic detector

Abstract

An adapter for mounting electric units to be wired to an electric system comprises a substantially box-like and internally hollow anchoring body (10) having an upper portion (17) with an upper face (11) provided with a hole (12) for the passage of a control (6) for driving one or more electric units (2), a lower portion (16) removably coupled with the upper portion (17) and having a bottom wall (13), a pair of reciprocally opposite side faces (15) at least partially open to allow the wires to access to the at least one electric unit (2) housed into the anchoring body (10), means (14) for removably mounting the anchoring body (10) to a support (R), which means (14) being associated with the lower portion (16), first holding means (27) adapted to removably fix at least one electric unit (2) to the bottom wall (13). The first holding means (27) are firmly associated with the bottom wall (13) and comprise at least one first and one second recesses (29) formed in the bottom wall (13) at respective of the open side faces (15) and adapted to house and snap-hold the electric unit (2) to fix it to the lower portion (16) also in absence of the upper portion (17).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 9/26 - Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail or strip-mounting
• H02B 1/052 - Mounting on rails

Abstract

A safety switch with a lock-out device comprises a switching unit (2) adapted to be anchored to a fixed part of a structure and provided with switching means adapted to be operatively connected with at least the power supply circuit of the plant to be controlled for the opening/closing thereof, an operating unit (3) adapted to be anchored to a movable part of the structure and having actuating means (5) adapted to interact with the switching means upon the closing of the movable part on the fixed part to enable the closing of the power supply circuit, a lock-out device (16) associated with the switching unit (2) and having a guard (17) movable between an inactive position adapted to allow the interaction between the switching means and the actuating means (5) and an active position wherein the interaction is avoided. The switching means and the actuating means (5) are of the electronic type and are respectively associated with a first communication element (6) and a second communication element (7) adapted to remote communicating therebetween by means of a presence signal and to allow the switching means to discriminate the presence of the operating unit (3) close to the switching unit (2). The movable guard (17) comprises a shielding element (20) adapted to interpose itself between the communication elements (6, 7) when the guard (17) is into the active position to avoid the transmission of the signal and the closing of the switching means.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• F16P 3/08 - Safety devices acting in conjunction with the control or operation of a machineControl arrangements requiring the simultaneous use of two or more parts of the body in connection with the locking of doors, covers, guards, or like members giving access to moving machine parts

Abstract

An indicator device adapted to be connected to a pair of terminals (E) of an electric system (I) and comprising a casing (2) adapted to be connected to a panel (P) of a machine and/or a push-button box and defining a longitudinal axis (L), an electronic board (3) held within the casing (2), and having an electronic circuit (7) and a bottom face (5) with a pair of conductive pads (8) formed thereon, at least one light source (9) installed on the board (3) and having a pair of contacts (10) electrically connected to the pair of pads (8), connection means (13) for electrically connecting the pads (8) directly with the terminals (E) of the system (I). The casing (2) is made of a first insulating base material and the board (3) is made of a second insulating base material having a maximum compression strength (Cmax) of predetermined value. The casing (2) comprises a body (14) which is adapted to be secured to the panel (P) and a bottom member (15) with a pair of seats (16) for the connection means (13), the latter comprising pressure elements (17), which are designed to apply a stress (S) on the pads (8), which is lower than the maximum compression strength (Cmax) of the base material of the electronic board 3.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 4/00 - Electrically-conductive connections between two or more conductive members in direct contact, i.e. touching one anotherMeans for effecting or maintaining such contactElectrically-conductive connections having two or more spaced connecting locations for conductors and using contact members penetrating insulation
• H01R 12/00 - Structural associations of a plurality of mutually-insulated electrical connecting elements, specially adapted for printed circuits, e.g. printed circuit boards [PCB], flat or ribbon cables, or like generally planar structures, e.g. terminal strips, terminal blocksCoupling devices specially adapted for printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables, or like generally planar structuresTerminals specially adapted for contact with, or insertion into, printed circuits, flat or ribbon cables, or like generally planar structures
• F21V 23/00 - Arrangement of electric circuit elements in or on lighting devices
• F21W 131/403 - Lighting for industrial, commercial, recreational or military use for machines
• F21Y 101/02 - Miniature, e.g. light emitting diodes (LED)

Abstract

An electronic -operated safety switch comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be anchored to a fixed part of the protection and having a case (4) defining a longitudinal axis (X) and housing thereinside switching means (5) adapted to be operatively connected to one or more control and/or service circuits of the plant, an operating device (3) adapted to be anchored to a movable part of the protection for engaging the switching means (5) upon the closing of the movable part. The switching device (2) comprises a head (8) housing thereinside a locking mechanism (36) of the operating device (3) in the closing position, the head further having a first portion (8') provided with a centering hole (9) accessible by the locking mechanism (36) and a second portion (8") having sensor means (10) operatively coupled with the switching means (5) for modifying their operative condition in function of an inlet signal. The operating device (3) is adapted to send a proximity signal to be received by the sensor means (10) for controlling the switching means (5) and is also provided with a centering member (11) adapted to be introduced into the centering hole (9) for positioning the operating device (3) in correspondence of the head (8). The switching means (5) are of the electronic or electromechanical type and comprise an actuator (39) operatively coupled with the locking mechanism (36) to operate on the same exclusively upon the receiving of the inlet signal. At least one between the first portion (8') and the second portion (8") of the head (8) is rotatably mounted on the case (4) for rotating about a same central axis (R) of said head (8) and modifying the orientation respectively of the centering hole (9) and/or of the sensor means (10) with respect of the case (4).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H03K 17/945 - Proximity switches

Abstract

An hand-operated safety switch with time delay (1) comprises a switching device (2) adapted to be anchored to a fixed part of the protection and provided with switching means (5) adapted to be connected to a plant to be controlled, an operating device (3) adapted to be anchored to a movable part of the protection for interacting with the switching means (5) upon the closing of the movable part. The switching device (2) comprises a locking mechanism (9) associated with the switching means (5) and adapted to selectively hold/release the operating device (3) and hand-operable unlocking means (10) operatively coupled with the locking mechanism (9) for unlocking the operating device (3) with a predetermined time delay with respect of the switching of the power supply circuit by the switching means (5). The switching device (2) has sensor means (13) operatively coupled with the switching means (5) for modifying their operative condition in function of an inlet signal. The operating device (3) also comprises a transmitter (14) adapted to send a proximity signal to be received as input by the sensor means (13) for controlling the switching means (5) when said transmitter (14) is placed at a predetermined minimum distance from the sensor means (13). The locking mechanism (9) also comprises an inner passage (29) adapted to allow the passage of means for connecting the sensor means (13) with the switching means (5) avoiding the interference with the unlocking means (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 27/00 - Switches operated by a removable member, e.g. key, plug or plateSwitches operated by setting members according to a single predetermined combination out of several possible settings
• H03K 17/945 - Proximity switches

Goods & Services

(1) Electrical and electronic particular position switches, safety switches, foot switches, micro switches, electrical miniature switches, subminiature switches and electronic monitor modules, electrical connectors, electrical push buttons, safety electrical buttons, position sensors, safety sensors, transponders, barriers safety light, remote control switches, selectors switches, terminal of electric circuits, motor circuit breakers, electrical fuse holders, electrical relay sockets, electrical relays, electrical safety relays.

Abstract

An adapter configured to connect a switch device to a data bus, wherein the switch device has a box-like body which houses a switching unit for switching an electric circuit, wherein the adapter includes a case having a first opening and a second opening and an electronic control unit housed in the case and having a first connection element adapted to be connected to the switching unit through the first opening and second connection element adapted to be connected to the data bus through the second opening to convert the electric signals generated by the switching unit into data signals and vice versa.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 47/32 - Energising current supplied by semiconductor device
• H01H 50/08 - IndicatorsDistinguishing marks
• H01H 47/00 - Circuit arrangements not adapted to a particular application of the relay and designed to obtain desired operating characteristics or to provide energising current

Abstract

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IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 21/00 - Alarms responsive to a single specified undesired or abnormal condition and not otherwise provided for
• G08B 5/36 - Visible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electric transmissionVisible signalling systems, e.g. personal calling systems, remote indication of seats occupied using electromagnetic transmission using visible light sources
• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift
• E05D 11/00 - Additional features or accessories of hinges
• H01H 3/42 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using cam or eccentric

Abstract

A multi-signaling hinged safety switch for mobile protection barriers includes a fixed member designed to be secured to a stationary part of the barrier and having a pair of axial end holes, a movable member designed to be secured to a pivotal part of the barrier and having a pair of substantially transverse arms located outside the fixed member and pivoted to the axial end holes, an electrical detection system within the fixed member switching one or more electric safety circuits of the barrier at a predetermined switching angle. A pair of cylindrical pins extend in cantilever fashion from the arms and are pivotally inserted in the holes, with mutually spaced opposed ends defining a gap with no axial connection member therein. The detection system includes a pair of detectors each interacting with one end of a pin and having a switching angle that are operatively independent of each other.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift
• E05D 11/00 - Additional features or accessories of hinges
• H01H 3/42 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using cam or eccentric

Abstract

A switch control apparatus for electric plants, comprises a box-like body (2) which is adapted to be anchored to a fixed o movable part of an electric plant and has a closing panel (3) with at least one passage (4) therethrough, at least one contact unit (8) which is accommodated in the box-like body (2) at the passage (4) and is adapted to be electrically connected to at least one respective electric circuit of the plant for selective open/close control thereof, at least one actuator (9) which is adapted to interact with the contact unit (8) for the latter to ensure selective opening/closing of the respective circuits, anchor means for anchoring the contact unit (8) to the actuator (9). The anchor means (10) comprise a container member (1 1 ) which is adapted to enclose and contain said at least one contact unit (8) and to be anchored to the closing panel (3) in the box-like body (2) for stably securing the contact unit (8) on the actuator (9).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/02 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch
• H01H 13/50 - Switches having rectilinearly-movable operating part or parts adapted for pushing or pulling in one direction only, e.g. push-button switch having a single operating member
• H01H 3/60 - Mechanical arrangements for preventing or damping vibration or shock
• H01H 13/04 - CasesCovers

Abstract

A protection assembly with an operating knob (1) for an electrical potentiometer comprises a substantially tubular housing (2) defining a longitudinal axis (L), an electrical adjustment device (3) held within the housing (2) and having an adjustment shaft (4) rotating about the longitudinal axis (L) and an internal variable resistor interacting with a longitudinal end (5) of the shaft (4), an operating knob (6) attached to the other end (7) of the shaft (4), limit stop means (8) for restricting the rotation of the shaft (4) within a predetermined maximum angle of rotation (a). The knob (6) comprises an annular anchoring member (9), which is designed to be removably coupled to the housing (2) and an operating member (10) coupled to the shaft (4) and rotating relative to the anchoring member (9). The anchoring member (9) and the operating member (10) have mutually facing cylindrical surfaces (11, 12), with said limit stop means (8) interposed therebetween to limit the infiltration of external impurities.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01C 10/00 - Adjustable resistors
• H01C 1/02 - HousingEnclosingEmbeddingFilling the housing or enclosure
• G05G 1/08 - Controlling members for hand-actuation by rotary movement, e.g. hand wheels
• H01C 1/024 - HousingEnclosingEmbeddingFilling the housing or enclosure the housing or enclosure being hermetically sealed
• H01C 10/14 - Adjustable resistors adjustable by auxiliary driving means
• H01C 10/22 - Adjustable resistors resistive-element dimensions changing gradually in one direction, e.g. tapered resistive element

Abstract

An electronic safety device for a protection barrier includes a transponder, a transceiver device for receiving a return signal from the transponder, the transponder being movable with respect to the transceiver and adapted to be placed at a current distance, an electric circuit which is switched when the distance is lower or higher than a reference distance and a control and switching system. The transceiver device processes the return signal to generate a control signal with an electric parameter variable in function of the distance. The control signal is a periodic signal with a frequency and has a first spectrum with a middle interval and a second spectrum with lateral intervals shifted with respect the middle interval when the distance is higher than the reference distance, the parameter being associated to a frequency value that comprises either into the middle interval or into one of the lateral intervals.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01R 23/02 - Arrangements for measuring frequency, e.g. pulse repetition rateArrangements for measuring period of current or voltage
• H03K 17/00 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking
• H03K 17/95 - Proximity switches using a magnetic detector
• H03K 17/60 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking characterised by the use of specified components by the use, as active elements, of semiconductor devices the devices being bipolar transistors

Abstract

A multi-signaling hinged safety switch for mobile protection barriers (B) of machines and/or automatic plants, comprises a substantially box-like fixed member (2) designed to be secured to a stationary part (M) of the barrier (B), and having a longitudinal axis (L) and a pair of axial end holes (3, 4), a movable member (5) designed to be secured to a pivotal part (P) of the barrier (B) and having a pair of substantially transverse arms (6, 7) located outside the fixed member (2) and pivoted to the axial end holes (3, 4), electrical detection means (8) located within said box-like member (2) for switching one or more electric safety circuits (S) of the barrier (B) at a predetermined switching angle (α). A pair of cylindrical pins (9, 10) extend in cantilever fashion from the arms (6, 7) and are pivotally inserted in the holes (3, 4). The pins (9, 10) have mutually spaced opposed ends (11, 12) defining a gap (13) with no axial connection member therein. The detection means (8) comprise a pair of detectors (14, 15) each interacting with one end (11, 12) of a respective pin (9, 10) and having a respective switching angle (a, a'). The detectors (14, 15) are operatively independent of each other.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift
• E05D 11/00 - Additional features or accessories of hinges
• H01H 3/42 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using cam or eccentric

Abstract

An electronic hinged safety switch adapted for installation on protection barriers (B) of machines and/or automatic plants having one or more electric safety circuits (S). The switch comprises a substantially box-like fixed member (2) designed to be secured to a stationary part (M) of a protection barrier (B) and a movable member (3) designed to be secured to a pivotal part (P) of the protection barrier (B) and coupled to the fixed member (2) through hinge means (4). Sensing means (5) are housed in said box-like fixed member (2) for interacting with the hinge means (4) to send an electric control signal (SC) to one or more electric safety circuits (S) at a predetermined switching angle (α). The sensing means (5) comprise at least one sensor for generating a corresponding actuation signal (SA) at the switching angle (α), and an electronic control unit (8) operatively connected to at least one sensor (6). The electronic control unit (8) has at least one input (9) electrically connected to said sensor (6) for receiving the actuation signal (SA) and at least one output (10) connected to the electronic safety circuits (S) for generating the electric control signal (SC) in response to the actuation signal (SA).

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 3/16 - Operating parts, i.e. for operating driving mechanism by a mechanical force external to the switch adapted for actuation at a limit or other predetermined position in the path of a body, the relative movement of switch and body being primarily for a purpose other than the actuation of the switch, e.g. for a door switch, a limit switch, a floor-levelling switch of a lift
• E05D 11/00 - Additional features or accessories of hinges
• H01H 3/42 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts using cam or eccentric

Abstract

A protection assembly with an operating knob (1) for an electrical potentiometer comprises a substantially tubular housing (2) defining a longitudinal axis (L), an electrical adjustment device (3) held within the housing (2) and having an adjustment shaft (4) rotating about the longitudinal axis (L) and an internal variable resistor interacting with a longitudinal end (5) of the shaft (4), an operating knob (6) attached to the other end (7) of the shaft (4), limit stop means (8) for restricting the rotation of the shaft (4) within a predetermined maximum angle of rotation (a). The knob (6) comprises an annular anchoring member (9), which is designed to be removably coupled to the housing (2) and an operating member (1 0) coupled to the shaft (4) and rotating relative to the anchoring member (9). The anchoring member (9) and the operating member (10) have mutually facing cylindrical surfaces (11, 12), with said limit stop means (8) interposed therebetween to limit the infiltration of external impurities.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01C 1/024 - HousingEnclosingEmbeddingFilling the housing or enclosure the housing or enclosure being hermetically sealed
• H01C 10/14 - Adjustable resistors adjustable by auxiliary driving means

Abstract

An adapter for connecting a switch device (2) to a data bus (5), wherein the switch device (2) comprises a box-like body (6) which houses switching means (7) for switching an electric circuit, wherein the adapter comprises a case (9) having a first opening (10) and a second opening (11) and an electronic control unit (12) housed in said case (9) and having first connection means (13) adapted to be connected to the switching means (7) through the first opening (10) and second connection means (14) adapted to be connected to the data bus (5) through the second opening (11) to convert the electric signals generated by the switching means (7) into data signals and vice versa.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01H 9/02 - Bases, casings, or covers

Abstract

An electronic safety device for a protection barrier comprising a transponder (2) having an identification code (lID), a transceiver device (3) for receiving a return signal (SRX) from the transponder (2), the transponder (2) being movable with respect to the transceiver (3) and adapted to be placed at an current distance (di), an electric circuit (S, S') which is switched when the distance (di) is lower or higher than a reference distance (dr) and control and switching means (4) having a master electronic circuit (5) connected to the transceiver (3) to process the return signal (SRX) and generate a first output signal (SOUT) for switching the electronic circuit (S, S'). The transceiver device (3) is adapted to process the return signal (SRX) to generate a control signal (SC) with an electric parameter (P) variable in function of the distance (di), the control signal (SC) is a periodic signal with a frequency (fC) and has a first spectrum with a middle interval (F1) centered on the frequency (fC) when the current distance (di) is lower or equal to the reference distance (dr), and a second spectrum with lateral intervals (F2, F3) shifted with respect the middle interval (F1) when the distance (di) is higher than the reference distance (dr), the parameter (P) is associated to a frequency value that comprises either into the middle interval (F1) or into one of the lateral intervals (F2, F3).

IPC Classes  ?

• H03K 17/00 - Electronic switching or gating, i.e. not by contact-making and -breaking

Goods & Services

Electrical and electronic particular position switches, safety switches, foot switches, micro switches, miniature switches, sub-miniature switches and electronic modules, connectors, push buttons, safety buttons, position sensors, safety sensors, transponders, barriers safety light, remote control switches, selectors switches, terminal of electric circuits, motor circuit breakers, fuse holders, relay sockets, relays, safety relays.

Goods & Services

(1) Electric and electronic materials, namely position switches, safety switches, foot switches, microswitches in miniature and sub-miniature, electric modules, connectors, control and signalling units, safety buttons, position sensor, safety sensor, transponder, safety optic barrier, contactors, selects, terminal board, motor interrupter, fuse block, relay sockets, relays, interlock relays.

Goods & Services

Electrical and electronic equipment, particularly position switches, safety switches, foot switches, microswitches, miniature or sub-miniature switches, electronic modules, connectors, switchboards, electric and electronic safety push-buttons, telerupters, selector switches, circuit breakers, fuse panels, relay bases, safety relays.

Goods & Services

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, NAMELY, POSITION SWITCHES, SAFETY SWITCHES, FOOT SWITCHES, MICROSWITCHES, [ MINIATURE OR SUBMINIATURE SWITCHES, ] SELECTOR SWITCHES, [ ELECTRONIC MEMORY EXPANSION MODULES, ] ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED CIRCUIT MODULES, CONNECTORS, [ AUTOMATIC SWITCHBOARDS, ] ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC SAFETY PUSH BUTTONS, [ TELERUPTERS, FUSE PANELS, ELECTRIC RELAY BASES, ] ELECTRIC SAFETY RELAYS, [ ELECTRICAL SAFETY MATS, ELECTRICAL SAFETY BUMPERS, NAMELY, ELECTRICAL CONTACTS COVERED BY A POLYURETHANE FOAM OR RUBBER; ] EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, NAMELY, EXPLOSION PROOF POSITION SWITCHES, EXPLOSION PROOF SAFETY SWITCHES, [ EXPLOSION PROOF FOOT SWITCHES, EXPLOSION PROOF MICROSWITCHES, EXPLOSION PROOF MINIATURE OR SUBMINIATURE SWITCHES, EXPLOSITION PROOF SELECTOR SWITCHES, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRONIC MEMORY EXPANSION MODULES, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED CIRCUIT MODULES, EXPLOSION PROOF CONNECTORS, EXPLOSION PROOF AUTOMATIC SWITCHBOARDS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC SAFETY PUSH BUTTONS, EXPLOSION PROOF TELERUPTERS, EXPLOSION PROOF FUSE PANELS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRIC RELAY BASES, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRIC SAFETY RELAYS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL SAFETY MATS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL SAFETY BUMPERS, NAMELY, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL CONTACTS COVERED BY A POLYURETHANE FOAM OR RUBBER; ] ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENTS FOR MEASURING ELECTRIC CURRENT, [ VOLTAGE, ] AMPERAGE, [ RESISTANCE, AND POWER; ELECTRICAL ENCODERS, ] ELECTRICAL PLC, ELECTRICAL SAFETY PLC; ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURES FOR PROTECTING ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS; [ ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM, NAMELY, BAR CODE SCANNERS, OPTICAL READERS FOR IDENTIFYING INDIVIDUALS; ELECTRICAL VISION SYSTEMS IN THE NATURE OF VIDEO CAMERAS OR CHARGE -COUPLED DEVICE SENSORS USED IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND FOR VIDEO CAMERAS TOGETHER WITH COMPUTER SOFTWARE TO PHOTOGRAPH AND MONITOR MOVING OBJECTS; ] ELECTRICAL CONTROL SYSTEM COMPRISING ELECTRIC CIRCUITS, A CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE FOR MONITORING THE SAFE OPERATION OF MACHINERY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO TH E MACHINERY; ELECTRIC OR ELECTRONIC SENSORS FOR SENSING [ TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, ] MOTION, DISTANCE, POSITION, [ LIGHT, SOUND, VIBRATION, LIQUID LEVEL, MOISTURE, SOLAR RADIATION, ] ELECTRIC OR ELECTRONIC SAFETY SENSORS FOR SENSING [ TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, ] MOTION, DISTANCE, POSITION, [ LIGHT, SOUND, VIBRATION, LIQUID LEVEL, MOISTURE, SOLAR RADIATION; ] EXPLOSION PROOF SWITCHES, CONTROL AND SIGNALING UNITS FOR INDICATING THE STATUS OF ELECTRIC MOTORS, TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, DISTANCE, POSITION, STATUS OF PLC ON OR OFF, OR STANDBY STATUS; [ EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL ENCODERS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL PLC, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL SAFETY PLC, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL ENCLOSURES FOR PROTECTING ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS; EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM, NAMELY, EXPLOSION PROOF BAR CODE SCANNERS, EXPLOSION PROOF OPTICAL READERS FOR IDENTIFYING INDIVIDUALS; EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL VISION SYSTEMS IN THE NATURE OF VIDEO CAMERAS OR CHARGE-COUPLED DEVICE SENSORS USED IN PHOTOGRAPHY AND FOR VIDEO CAMERAS TOGETHER WITH COMPUTER SOFTWARE TO PHOTOGRAPH AND MONITOR MOVING OBJECTS; EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL CONTROL SYSTEM COMPRISING ELECTRIC CIRCUITS, A CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT AND COMPUTER SOFTWARE FOR MONITORING THE SAFE OPERATION OF MACHINERY TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE MACHINERY; EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRIC OR ELECTRONIC SENSORS FOR SENSING TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, MOTION, DISTANCE, POSITION, LIGHT, SOUND, VIBRATION, LIQUID LEVEL, MOISTURE, SOLAR RADIATION, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRIC OR ELECTRONIC SAFETY SENSORS FOR SENSING TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, MOTION, DISTANCE, POSITION, LIGHT, SOUND, VIBRATION, LIQUID LEVEL, MOISTURE, SOLAR RADIATION; EXPLOSION PROOF SWITCHES, CONTROL AND SIGNALING UNITS FOR INDICATING THE STRAUS OF ELECTRIC MOTORS, TEMPERATURE, PRESSURE, DISTANCE, POSITION, STATUS OF PLC ON OR OFF, OR STANDBY STATUS; AIR CIRCUIT BREAKERS, ELECTRICAL SWITCH DISCONNECTORS AND SWITCH DISCONNECTOR FUSES, CIRCUIT BREAKERS, ELECTRICAL SOCKET OUTLET, ELECTRICAL LIGHT SENSITIVE SWITCHES, TRANSFORMERS, ] TIME SWITCHES, [ PRESSURE SWITCHES, ] TIMERS; [ EXPLOSION PROOF AIR CIRCUIT BREAKERS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL SWITCH DISCONNECTORS AND SWITCH DISCONNECTOR FUSES, EXPLOSION PROOF CIRCUIT BREAKERS, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL SOCKET OUTLET, EXPLOSION PROOF ELECTRICAL LIGHT SENSITIVE SWITCHES, EXPLOSION PROOF TRANSFORMERS, ] EXPLOSION PROOF TIME SWITCHES [, EXPLOSION PROOF PRESSURE SWITCHES, EXPLOSION PROOF TIMERS ]

Goods & Services

Electric and electronic equipment such as control stop switches, microswitches, control panels.