Always well informed about products, services and trends in the automation sector

Dec 1, 2022

Once the contract is concluded - EU harmonisation work full steam ahead!

EU Commission signs contract with harmonised standards contractor! The consultancy firm ERNST & YOUNG will continue to act in the role of the contractor. In the name of the EU, E&Y has to undertake the task of appointing/approving the so-called harmonised standards consultants (HAS consultants) and managing and monitoring the budget provided by the EU for this purpose.

Nov 21, 2022

PNOZmulti Configurator software – What’s new in Version 11.2

The software tool PNOZmulti Configurator is used to create projects with the configurable safe small controller PNOZmulti 2 and to open and edit existing PNOZmulti 2 projects. Version 11.2 offers a range of new features, offering even greater flexibility for monitoring your machines.

Nov 17, 2022

Want to find out how to use automated guided vehicle systems safely in intralogistics?

Our experts will reveal the normative requirements you must comply with and present automation solutions. Register for our presentation now for free.

Nov 16, 2022

The new customer magazine “Mensch und Automation” is online

Not even we can offer the solution to every requirement. But read the current issue of “Mensch und Automation” to discover why, with our solutions package, we are well placed to at least answer your questions on safe automation. 

Nov 16, 2022

Looking back: Innovations at SPS 2022

You unfortunately missed this year's SPS in Nürberg? No problem, you still don't have to miss out on our fair highlights and innovations! Download our flyer now or visit our digital showroom and find out more today. Scroll through our picture gallery and discover the most beautiful impressions of this year's exhibition.

Nov 15, 2022

Retrofit knowledge tapped

As part of comprehensive retrofit measures, a barrel cleaning and filling plant at Brau Union in Wieselburg was to be upgraded to the state of the art. As an automation expert with many years of retrofit expertise, Pilz acted as partner: from an analysis of potential hazard points through to safety-related validation in accordance with international safety directives. Today, the plant meets all the current regulations with regard to safety.

Nov 14, 2022

Digitisation for railway technology - Get on track for Rail 4.0

Digitisation of the railway industry keeps advancing. That’s why we too have improved our digital web presence: Come on board into our virtual world of rail transport! An interactive graphic on our website provides information on our railway automation solutions. You’ll also discover the projects we’ve already implemented and what our current customers are saying about us.

Nov 9, 2022

Innovation at SPS: Maintenance safeguarding “Key-in-pocket” system

Use the “Key-in-pocket” maintenance safeguarding system to protect your staff from the hazards of an unplanned restart of plant and machinery in maintenance situations. Visit us at SPS in Nuremberg and discover all about the new “Key-in-pocket” solution.

Nov 7, 2022

Identification and Access Management – I.A.M.

Our highlight at SPS in Nuremberg - Automation solutions for safety and security on plant and machinery! At the exhibition, Pilz will be showing new additions for Identification and Access Management (I.A.M.). The portfolio offers a complete range of products, solutions and software for comprehensive protection of your staff and optimum safeguarding of your plant and machinery.

Nov 2, 2022

New service: Machinery Safety Evaluation

The Machinery Safety Evaluation provides a comprehensive overview of the safety and conformity status of the machinery tested under the scope of this evaluation. So you have an efficient overview of the conformity status of your machinery.

Nov 2, 2022

Webinar "Replacing proprietary applications in rail technology with digital PLC technology"!

With the free webinar "Replacing proprietary applications in rail technology with digital PLC technology", interested parties from railway technology can obtain a sound insight into sustainable rail solutions. Using real railway projects from Pilz as examples, our experts will demonstrate how to make your rail infrastructure sustainable!

Oct 28, 2022

IO-Link Safety solutions

Live demonstration of IO-Link Safety solutions at SPS in Nuremberg! See for yourself the potential of this new technology.

Oct 19, 2022

Want to protect areas of your company from unauthorised access?

We'll show you what a holistic safety system for your plant and machinery should look like! Refresh your knowledge and register for our presentation now.

Oct 12, 2022

Modular safety relay myPNOZ - Technical features

Watch now: Technical features of myPNOZ at a glance! Not sure yet whether our new, modular safety relay myPNOZ is the right product for you? Take a look at this video! Here you'll find all the technical features, special characteristics and benefits of myPNOZ at a glance.

Oct 10, 2022

New order management software for intralogistics applications

Find out all about the new order manager NAiSE Traffic at SPS - smart production solutions in Nuremberg, where we will be demonstrating it for the first time in cooperation with NAiSE GmbH. Experts from Pilz and NAiSE will be consulting visitors at SPS on the safe operation of AGVs, as well as other participants in intralogistics.

Sep 22, 2022

The Pilz Group and Pintsch GmbH enter into a development partnership

The automation company Pilz and the expert in safe rail infrastructure, Pintsch, are to enter into a long-term development partnership. In future, the companies will work together to develop solutions for the digitisation of the rail infrastructure.

Sep 20, 2022

Make way for a reliable points controller

Obsolete points controllers were slowing down the urban trains and trams in five of Poland's major cities. ZUE S.A. was responsible for the modernisation measures. The aim: To convert a points controller system to the state of the art. In doing so, the automation system PSS 4000 assumes reliable control of the points in all weathers.

Sep 12, 2022

FACHPACK 2022 - Not long now!

FACHPACK 2022 will soon be held in Nuremberg. And we'll be there! You can still secure a free exhibition ticket! Visit us in Hall 3c, Stand 223. We look forward to seeing you!

Sep 1, 2022

Do you need flexible solutions for safety and security on your packaging machines?

Register for our presentation now for free! We'll show you how to use your packaging machines safely worldwide.

Sep 1, 2022

New safety for the Master!

In order to be able to continue to offer high quality in the future, the Austrian machine builder Advanced Engineering also adapted its safety concept as part of its modernisation of the electrical and control technology of the whole machine portfolio. Even on the Peelmaster sheet remover, established back in 1997, the new type of myPNOZ safety relay is the safety component at the heart of the modernisation solution.

Aug 25, 2022

New trainings 2022! Seminars & workshops - also on your site or ON-LINE

Aug 25, 2022

Got your ticket for InnoTrans 2022?

Visit us from 20-23 September 2022 at InnoTrans in Hall 27, Stand 550. Our experts will be happy to advise you on safe control technology for the rail transport of tomorrow. Why not come along – we look forward to seeing you!

Aug 22, 2022

How familiar are you with the changes to IEC 62061 and ISO 13849-1?

Want to know the impact of the changes to IEC 62061 and ISO 13849-1 on the design of safety-related control systems? We'll reveal all! Register for our presentation now for free.

Aug 18, 2022

Uniform railway standard with the EULYNX adapter

Our intention with the EULYNX adapter is to drive the digitalisation of the rail industry. The EULYNX adapter is an important milestone for an open railway market based on digital train control systems.

Aug 11, 2022

Ready for the mobility transition: establishment of the Business Unit Rail

By establishing the new Business Unit Rail, we are expanding our railway technology offer and bundling our global railway activities. Find out more about the background now!

Aug 9, 2022

FACHPACK 2022: Our new solutions in secondary packaging

At FACHPACK 2022, discover everything about our dynamic, efficient and flexible solutions for the safe automation of your packaging machine. Here you can secure your ticket to attend on 27 - 29 September 2022 in Nuremberg.

Aug 8, 2022

Safe automation of AGVS

When it comes to automating your automated guided vehicles (AGV) or vehicle systems (AGVS), rely on safety components and the complete solution comprising sensor technology, control technology and a security solution. Find out here how we can help you develop individual safety solutions for autonomous vehicles.

Jul 27, 2022

Smart analysing unit for the safe radar sensor PSENradar

The new analysis unit PSEN rd1.x I/O with USB connection is available now for safe protection zone monitoring in rugged application conditions. Insensitive to dust, dirt, rain, light, sparks, steam and vibrations thanks to radar technology!

Jul 25, 2022

UKCA certificate for the modular safety relay myPNOZ

Pilz is the first company in Germany to receive from TÜV Süd the UKCA certificate for the modular safety relay myPNOZ. As such, myPNOZ will be accepted on the British market even after January 2023.

Jul 20, 2022

Safety for press, human and robot!

The new pre-assembled, tailor-made safety relay myPNOZ gave automation service provider Peter Huber AG a simple way of making the interface between bending machine and robot safe for a kitchen fittings manufacturer. Today, after revising the safety concept, the bending machine can be loaded safely both manually and via robot.

Jul 19, 2022

FACHPACK 2022 - Secure your ticket now!

Discover everything about the right solution for the automation of your packaging plant. We'll be happy to advise you directly on site from 27 - 29 September 2022! Visit us in Hall 3c, Stand 223.

Jul 18, 2022

IEC 62061:2021 harmonised as EU standard EN IEC 62061:2021!

IEC 62061 was published in 2021 and in April 2022 was published in the Official Journal of the EU as harmonised standard EN IEC 62061. Presumption of conformity for the previous version EN 62061:2005 ends on 11 October 2023 at the latest!

Jul 7, 2022

How well do you know the laws, standards and directives for machinery safety?

We'll provide a forecast of how the current directives and standards might develop. Sounds exciting? Then register for our presentation now for free.

Jul 4, 2022

New: Safe rope pull switch PSENrope mini

With PSENrope mini you have a particularly compact, cost-efficient rope pull switch with a rope length of up to 30 metres, for reliable protection on conveyors or machines.

Jun 30, 2022

Safe monitoring of the cardboard feed on packaging machines

In your application, do you need to monitor whether a movable guard is in a pre-defined position: for example, the packaging material in a packaging machine's cardboard magazine? Discover more about the solution and the small controller PNOZmulti 2!

Jun 22, 2022

Automation solutions in end-of-line packaging

In end-of-line automation in particular, robot applications are frequently used. Here you'll discover how to use appropriate solutions from Pilz to guarantee personnel protection and at the same time avoid unproductive machine downtimes.

Jun 21, 2022

This tray former is only open for efficiency

Cardboard blanks as a movable guard? Sounds imaginative, but it only works on tray formers if operators are not endangered when the material infeed runs empty. On the tray formers from Sema Systemtechnik, this is taken care of by a TÜV SÜD-certified solution with the configurable small controller PNOZmulti 2 and special sensors.

Jun 16, 2022

WE ARE MOVING OUR OFFICE AND WAREHOUSE TO NEW ADDRESS !

Vážení obchodní partneři, vše se mění, a i my od 21. 6. 2022 měníme adresu naší pražské centrály a výdejového skladu. Prosím, poznamenejte si naši novou adresu: Jeremenkova 1160/90a, všechny ostatní údaje zůstávají neměnné. Hezké dny přejeme a omlouváme se za případná zdržení během stěhovacích dnů, které se vynasnažíme minimalizovat. Děkujeme Vám za pochopení. Tým Pilz Czech s.r.o.

Jun 10, 2022

Missed the trends in safe automation? Watch the video recordings from the Automation Days now!

The Automation Days 2022 may be over, but there's no need to miss out on the issues concerning safe automation. Register now for the video recordings of the complete conference programme. It's free of charge! Experience solutions for safety, security and automation digitally.

May 31, 2022

Retrofit in a flash

In Leipzig's Belantis amusement park, riders on the “Götterflug” can decide themselves whether they want to glide calmly through the air or enjoy a thrill-packed ride with sensational loops. Of course: the rides must go hand in hand with maximum safety. That's why, when it came to the retrofit, Belantis relied on a complete solution comprising the automation system PSS 4000, including an innovative wireless link.

May 13, 2022

New system release for the automation system PSS 4000 1.23.2

New functions are available for the automation system PSS 4000 with system release 1.23.2 Information about the most important ones is available here in the overview.

May 11, 2022

Pilz at the Hannover Messe 2023

Visit us in Hall 9, Stand D17 at the world’s most important industrial fair from 17-21 April 2023. Reserve your free exhibition ticket now and make an appointment with our experts. We are looking forward to seeing you again!

May 10, 2022

Good luck! – Safety for underground mining

For Sandvik Mining and Construction GmbH - from Styria, Austria - safety is the number one priority: continuous mining machines, among others, must be reliably protected from potential explosions. For this Sandvik relies on the automation system PSS 4000. It ensures that tunnel boring machines can be used underground without risk.

May 2, 2022

Reliable object recognition with optical sensors

With optical sensors, reliable object recognition is guaranteed! Optical sensors are used in solutions for packaging machines, for example. Optical sensors detect an object by emitting light beams, which are reflected by the material.

Apr 28, 2022

Comprehensive advice = high efficiency

The core competency of the injection moulding specialist Waldorf Technik is modular, efficient and highly productive automation solutions, which are tailored exactly to the customer's requirements and offer maximum safety. The CE mark is essential for these modular machines. Waldorf commissioned Pilz to implement the regulated, demanding risk assessment and validation process: as a services expert, Pilz takes responsibility for the whole conformity procedure. 

Apr 26, 2022

Development process safe and secure

TÜV Süd scrutinised our development processes. The result of this audit: Pilz's development met the requirements of the standard IEC 62443-4-1 and complies with the SDL process.

Apr 21, 2022

Automation of packaging lines in primary packaging

In primary packaging in particular, the requirements for process protection and hygiene are very high! Here you'll discover how to use our solution to meet all these requirements, and increase the safety and productivity of your machine in the process.

Apr 12, 2022

Sustainable safety solution perfect for parquet manufacturer

The Austrian prefabricated parquet manufacturer, Schleucher Parkett, retrofitted one of its existing milling machines. Now it is well and safely equipped for the next ten years. What's more, it is significantly more energy efficient and therefore more sustainable. It was important to Scheucher that planning and implementation, plus the adopted solution, was one-stop, as well as environmentally and resource friendly.

Apr 6, 2022

New: Operation element PIT oe USB

The activatable USB 2.0 host interface on the PIT oe USB for plant and machinery enables programs to be imported and data to be removed without manipulation. A keyboard or mouse can also be connected.

Apr 4, 2022

Update on the Corona-virus situation: safety of staff, business partners and supply chain continues to be the top priority

In these challenging times, our top priority is the safety of our staff and business partners as well as the supply chain. From the start, Pilz has taken additional protective measures, which are constantly adapted to the local incidence of infection. Here's an updated summary of the current situation.

Apr 1, 2022

Always "up-to-date" with push messages from Pilz!

From now on you can receive and read our news simply and conveniently as push messages. Stay informed!

Mar 24, 2022

Pilz is a “brand of the century”

In the new edition of the renowned compendium “Brands of the century”, from the DIE ZEIT publishing group, Pilz has been listed in the “Control technology” category, and is thus one of the leading German brands.

Mar 21, 2022

CEFS – Certified Expert in Functional Safety

Gain expert knowledge on the functional safety of machinery, which you can put into practice immediately - with the Certified Expert in Functional Safety qualification. The CEFS qualification is certified by TÜV NORD.

Mar 17, 2022

Trainings in Pilz Slovakia - spring 2022

Naše odborná školení probíhají jak v Čechách, tak na Slovensku, ale i „mezinárodně“ on-line formou. Podívejte se na nabídku slovenské pobočky PILZ SVIT.

Mar 8, 2022

Economical test systems: No Stop, just go!

High-end systems from Brainware Solutions examine quality characteristics and functions on door trims and are an integral component on production lines in the automotive industry. Zero errors and time are the key factors here. Use of the safety laser scanner PSENscan, combined with the safe configurable small controller PNOZmulti 2, offers effective protection with minimum test time.

Mar 3, 2022

Access permission with the non-contact sensors PSENcode key

Want to enable access to machine functions to authorised persons only and safely prevent your machines from restarting? In this case, use of the coded safety switch PSENcode key is based on the key lock principle.

Feb 28, 2022

Key changes in the (EU) 2019/1020 market surveillance regulation

Find out which obligations apply when and for whom and how we can support you en route to CE marking your machine.

Feb 23, 2022

More productive, hard as steel!

As the world's leading steel producer, steel giant ArcelorMittal focuses on the very latest production technologies. The aim is to make its own production processes permanently safer and more efficient. The plant in Ghent is used to refine steel coils (strip steel rolls) in accordance with customers’ requirements. However, to enable the steel strip to be cold-formed, it must first be heat treated. Significant downtimes and exhausting troubleshooting were the rule when the burners failed. After the retrofit, the automation system PSS 4000 now guarantees smooth and productive operation, due also to accelerated fault diagnostics, among other things.

Feb 16, 2022

Overrun measurement - Safety distance guaranteed

On machines with electrosensitive protective equipment, safety is guaranteed by the distance between the hazardous movement and the electrosensitive protective equipment. Where there is intervention/access to the danger zone, no more rundown movements may occur! The Pilz inspection guarantees that the safety distance meets the legal requirements.

Feb 15, 2022

Listen now to the podcast "The new edition of IEC 62061"

In the podcast, Jan Franck, International Engineer in the International Services Group, provides insight into the changes of the important functional safety standard. Best subscribe to our podcast “For Your Safety” right away so you don’t miss an episode!

Feb 3, 2022

New training programme for 2022 – Now even more digital!

We offer our training face-to-face, online or as hybrid professional development. Choose the course that's right for you now.

Feb 1, 2022

Fault tolerance in machinery safety – New white paper available!

Part two of the white paper on fault tolerance in machinery safety is available now and can be downloaded free of charge. It clearly describes how to implement fault-tolerant safety functions, which allow a plant or machine to continue operating in certain fault scenarios, without neglecting personal protection requirements. Secure your copy of the white paper now, free of charge!

Jan 28, 2022

Safe protection zone monitoring of robotics applications

For safe protection zone monitoring of robotics applications, another sensor is now available for the safe radar system PSENradar! In conjunction with the modular safety relay myPNOZ - you have a safe, complete solution for safeguarding robotics applications.

Jan 27, 2022

Pilz Authorised Distributors - Extensive range of Pilz components

Just a click away or right in your area: The Pilz product and system portfolio is also available from our authorised distributors.

Jan 20, 2022

Productivity boost for rotary indexing tables

To overhaul its servo-driven rotary indexing table, the Compact Basic Machine that produces filigree mechanics, PIA Automation wanted a solution that not only monitored the movements safely but at the same time enabled higher cycle counts. The rotary indexing tables now run more safely, more efficiently and with greater flexibility with the drive solution from Pilz.

Jan 13, 2022

Your challenges: economic efficiency, customer proximity and utilising staff potential?

In order to face these challenges, you need time, specific expertise and the relevant capacity. In our decision makers booklet, we'll show you how to achieve greater economic efficiency and global customer proximity, so utilising the full potential of your staff.

Jan 12, 2022

Everything at a glance: Safe operation of AGVS

Compact packaging: how can the safety of automated guided vehicle systems/autonomous mobile robots and their systems be guaranteed? These and other questions are answered in our new white paper on the safe operation of automated guided vehicle systems.

Dec 17, 2021

Pilz hardware not affected by "Log4Shell" vulnerability in software library Log4j Vulnerability is highly unlikely to be exploited in Pilz Software products

On December 10th, 2021, the BSI (the German Federal Office for Information Security) published a cyber security alert on the so-called "Log4Shell" vulnerability in the software library Log4j. Log4j is used in many Java applications. Pilz hardware components do not use Java and thus no log4j. Therefore, these components are not affected.Pilz Software products partially use log4j versions 2.0 to 2.14.1 (current vulnerability CVE-2021-44228). Analyses to date have shown that it is highly unlikely that the vulnerability can be exploited. If, contrary to expectations, there is a risk, we will publish a security advisory.

Dec 14, 2021

FAQs about the new safety relay myPNOZ

The modular safety relay myPNOZ would not be called "modular" if it couldn't easily be embedded in your application. We explain exactly how that works in our FAQs about the new product.

Dec 10, 2021

European Railway Prize for "WaggonTracker" with automation system PSS 4000-R

Pilz worked with PJM to develop the control solution for the automatic brake test on the "WaggonTracker" system. The heart of this solution is the automation system PSS 4000-R, which was designed specifically for the railway industry. Discover more!

Dec 6, 2021

Safe Motion - new motion monitoring functions

Find out here how your drive avoids unnecessary downtimes thanks to new motion monitoring functions - Safe Motion up to the highest safety level PL e.

Dec 1, 2021

Danger clearly identified!

An extensive network of conveyors and lifts is used to transport products at fertiliser producer EuroChem's bulk cargo port in Antwerp. The interlinked element is a gigantic conveyor, which also operates as a sorting system. The challenge here is the rugged environment: the extremely dusty discharge points must be cleaned regularly, so the machine area must always be easily accessible to operators. Today, the safe radar system PSENradar ensures that safe, efficient workflows are guaranteed, even under these extreme (visibility) conditions.

Nov 26, 2021

FAQs about the new safety relay myPNOZ

In this digital age, what could be better than ordering a safety relay to suit your own safety requirements, conveniently on the Internet? We make that a reality with the modular safety relay myPNOZ and the corresponding online tool myPNOZ Creator. We answer the most frequently asked questions about the new online tool.

Nov 22, 2021

Servo motors PMC EZ

You can implement numerous applications with the servo motors PMC EZ. Their compact design is a convincing feature, also making them ideal for space-critical applications.

Nov 10, 2021

New: Flexible, combinable drive controllers

With the servo amplifiers PMC SC6 and PMC SI6 you benefit from flexible, combinable drive controllers in a compact design. The drive controllers can be connected via all common communication protocols. Choose between the scalable multi-axis solution PMC SI6 for large machines with more than four axes and the expandable stand-alone solution PMC SC6 for compact machines.

Nov 3, 2021

Production's rolling!

When exchanging paper reels weighing hundreds of kilos to produce corrugated boards at Austrian cardboard packaging manufacturer Mosburger GmbH, the risk potential for the operator was high because the process requires manual intervention. To reduce this risk to a minimum, Mosburger relies on a comprehensive safety solution comprising the automation system PSS 4000 and the safety gate switch PSENcode.

Oct 20, 2021

New: Safe protection zone monitoring also for robotic applications

For safe protection zone monitoring in rugged conditions such as dust, dirt, rain, light, sparks or vibrations, the safe radar system PSENradar, in conjunction with the configurable small controller PNOZmulti 2, offers the optimum solution: in addition to outdoor applications and areas in woodworking and metalworking, it is now also possible to safeguard robot applications because the solution achieves a higher category Cat. 3 / PL d.

Oct 12, 2021

FAQs about the new safety relay myPNOZ

Get to know our new safety relay myPNOZ. We answer the most frequently asked questions about the new product.

Oct 11, 2021

Machinery for Great Britain

Vyrábíte stroje a vyrábíte některé pro zákazníka ve Velké Británii? Díky tomu, že jsme mezinárodní společnost, které má zastoupení i ve Velké Británii zajistíme potřebnou UKCA certifikaci pro Váš stroj.

Sep 30, 2021

Flexible safeguarding of special purpose machinery

Before a new assembly cell for shock absorbers was due to go into operation at a well-known car manufacturer's, the special-purpose machinery manufacturer HAHN Automation needed a sophisticated safety concept. As a long-time partner, Pilz used the risk assessment as a basis for developing a flexible solution to safeguard the assembly cell; a solution that could be transferred to other plants.

Sep 23, 2021

FAQs about the new safety relay myPNOZ

Anyone who hasn't yet heard about the new safety relay myPNOZ should definitely read on now! We answer the most frequently asked questions about the new safety relay.

Sep 16, 2021

Customer reference Vaillant with the safety light curtain PSENopt II

54 plants are to be modernised, to upgrade Vaillant’s production of hot water storage cylinders to state-of-the-art electrical and safety technology. The safety design for cylinder production was to incorporate a barrier-free solution for two older production lines, combining safety with efficiency. The loading and unloading area presented a challenge, as it was to be free of any disruptive structures.

Sep 13, 2021

The world's first UL-certified Type 3 safety light curtain PSENopt II

Ready to use in USA and Canada, and anywhere else that robust safety is required!

Sep 1, 2021

Safety relays temporarily in transparent housing

There is currently a worsening supply situation for plastics worldwide. To guarantee supply to our customers, some of our safety relays will be supplied temporarily in transparent housing from mid-September 2021.

Aug 26, 2021

Brexit - Postponement of mandatory UKCA marking for machinery

Mandatory UKCA marking for machinery has been postponed for a year. Now it will not come into force until 1 January 2023.

Aug 26, 2021

Bake delicious wafers safely, all over the world!

According to industry insiders, every second wafer manufactured industrially worldwide is baked using a Franz Haas wafer machine from Bühler. As a result, all customised plants must be highly flexible and, above all, meet all country-specific safety standards. That’s why the Austrian wafer machine specialist relies on the burner version of the configurable safe small controller PNOZmulti 2 to safely control and monitor its ovens

Aug 25, 2021

Pilz Care: Individual product support now as an inclusive service

Book your Pilz Care package now – including a contingent of support services from our experienced safety engineers! You’ll receive technical support for your plant and machinery, without complicated commissioning or taking internal ordering processes into account for each individual case. So particularly when there’s a short term need, you can simply call up pre-booked remote or on-site support.

Aug 19, 2021

Custom-fit safety for prototypes!

Micado is a supplier of automated solutions focusing on tailor-made, innovative customer applications. That’s why Macado used the new type of modular safety relay myPNOZ for the safety technology on a prototype inline measurement system – even before it was officially launched!

Aug 12, 2021

New system release for the automation system PSS 4000

New functions are available for the automation system PSS 4000 with system release 1.22: You can now also download projects without the software PAS4000 and use IEC61131 programming with the SFC Editor. Find out more!

Aug 10, 2021

Expansion of the mechanical safety gate system PSENmech

Combine the mechanical safety gate system PSENmech with the safety bolt PSENbolt and the result is a complete solution comprising mechanical bolt, handle and safety gate switch.

Jul 22, 2021

Safe motion monitoring with the small controllers PNOZmulti 2

The safe motion monitoring modules for the configurable controllers PNOZmulti 2 ensure your drives are monitored safely. The PNOZ m EF 1MM2DO module has two safe semiconductor outputs plus a cascading input and output. It can be used to link additional modules and shut them down with a delay if necessary. Cascading and delayed shutdown protect capital goods and machinery.

Jul 19, 2021

Access permission and operating mode selection - Functions that convince!

Clearly defined responsibilities and clear operation levels help to increase productivity, particularly on complex machines. For example, users are only to be provided with the operator panels and permissions that are actually relevant to them? That and many other functions are part of a modern system for access permission.

Jul 15, 2021

Ready, set, go: Safety laser scanners PSENscan make mobile applications productive!

Safety laser scanners PSENscan are not only used to safeguard automated guided vehicles (AGV) but also offer many additional benefits in production environments and intralogistics.

Jul 13, 2021

The route to a certified Pilz product

As a developer and manufacturer of safe automation technology, Pilz is legally required to minimise risks when using its products and to focus on the current state of the art. Discover more about the specifications that need to be considered!

Jul 9, 2021

Machinery Directive – New draft is published for the new EU Machinery Regulation!

The EU Commission has published a draft of the planned new EU Machinery Regulation. Once adopted this is intended to replace the existing Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. The Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC needs updating to improve safety levels further, to take more account of security aspects and to stay abreast of technological developments such as Industrie 4.0. A draft of the EU regulation on artificial intelligence was published with the draft of the EU Machinery Regulation. Find out more!

Jul 5, 2021

Safety laser scanner PSENscan Standalone C++ Library

PSENscan also supplies data on a UDP network protocol and can be used in ROS environments as well as on Linux or Windows, as with the C++ Library for example.

Jun 25, 2021

What operators must consider with used machinery

What should you look out for with used machinery, to allow you to continue operating it safely? We answer two typical questions for you and illustrate simple implementation options.

Jun 22, 2021

Access permission and operating mode selection - combined in one system

Imagine having one system that clearly controls the access permissions for your machine. One system that allows your employees to avoid errors through clearly controlled permission systems. One system that means no more passwords that are hard to remember or need to be written down. One system that removes the need for countless different keys. One system that also enables safe operating mode selection on your machine.

Jun 17, 2021

CMSE® - Certified Machinery Safety Expert – now also available as online training

Do something for your career - train to become a qualified safety expert! In five compact modules, this expert-level training gives you an overall view of machinery safety and in-depth knowledge of the whole machine life cycle.

Jun 15, 2021

New versions of the safety laser scanner PSENscan

The new versions of the safety laser scanner PSENscan enable even greater productivity for safe area monitoring. The labour and costs involved in wiring are significantly reduced thanks to fast, direct evaluation of the encoder inputs in the laser scanner.

Jun 7, 2021

Download it now: New version of the web-based visualisation software PASvisu

You can now incorporate the web-based visualisation software PASvisu quite simply into your existing automation structure and so use almost all standard control systems on the market. Find out more about the expanded functions!

Jun 2, 2021

New Pilz E-Shop – reach your goal in just a few clicks

The new Pilz E-Shop convinces with a completely new look and feel. The new design means that finding information and ordering is now simpler and more intuitive. As such the new Pilz E-Shop offers a wholly new user experience. Why not see for yourself!

May 25, 2021

SecurityBridge protects industrial automation networks

The SecurityBridge firewall now enables data communication between any other network subscribers outside of the Pilz range. As such it offers comprehensive protection for industrial automation networks. Thanks to authentication and permission management, the SecurityBridge efficiently protects against potential data manipulation and so increases the availability of your plant.

May 21, 2021

Safety relay myPNOZ available in the EPLAN Data Portal & EPLAN eBUILDER

The modular safety relay myPNOZ is now also available in the EPLAN Data Portal. Circuit diagrams for the safety relay myPNOZ can be created quickly and simply using the new tool EPLAN eBUILD. The EPLAN Data Portal also offers access to 1,700 product macros from Pilz.

May 19, 2021

New: New versions of the safety bolt PSENbolt

New PSENbolt versions are now available in combination with the secure, mechanical safety gate system PSENmech (PSEN me5). Thanks to integrated guard locking they enable an economical safety gate solution for personal and process protection.

May 10, 2021

Brexit – the latest regulations at a glance!

Since the beginning of 2021, Brexit has been a reality. The biggest changes in the area of machinery safety concern the conformity assessment procedure. Read our compact flyer to find out which Brexit regulations currently apply.

May 5, 2021

New international standards at a glance

All information on new international standards for Automatic Guided (AGV), Autonomous Mobile (AMR) and automated function of manned industrial vehicles can be found here.

May 3, 2021

Revised standard EN/IEC 61496

In the fourth edition of the standard EN/IEC 61496 “Safety of machinery – Electrosensitive protective equipment”, type class 3 has been included for applications up to performance level 4, alongside type classes 2 and 4. The requirements for environmental tests have also been revised and expanded. Two shock classes for stationary use of the ESPE have also been defined under mechanical tests.

Apr 28, 2021

Thermoforming within the safe zone

Senoplast Klepsch manufactures plastic semi-finished products for a range of different applications. A core business area for the Austrian company Senoplast Klepsch is the manufacture of co-extruded senosan® plastic sheets and films for thermoforming. For a smooth-running deep drawing process Senoplast Klepsch relies on the safe radar system PSENradar, which in this case safeguards the production process in an “unorthodox” manner. The focus in production is among other things on quality and safety: the safe radar system was incorporated into the existing controller on the forming machine in order to protect human and machine.

Apr 26, 2021

One-stop shop: DRA – FAT – SAT Service for machine compliance

Discover how you can meet the different legal requirements of the key phases when designing, manufacturing and supplying machinery.

Apr 22, 2021

The new safety relay myPNOZ – shop for safety the easy way: online!

We’re introducing the B2C sales process to the B2B world! Simply select the required safety functions online, and we’ll put the ideal hardware together.

Apr 22, 2021

Safety laser scanner PSENscan: how area monitoring is actually productive!

Take advantage of productive area monitoring thanks to PSENscan, including in areas with material infeed and in close proximity to multiple laser scanners.

Apr 14, 2021

Press braking made safe, productive and simple!

For years Bystronic has been using the camera-based protection and measurement system PSENvip in conjunction with the automation system PSS4000 to guarantee a safe, efficient bending process. For another solution particularly on shorter length press brakes, the aim was to achieve maximum productivity and maximum safety combined with simple operation.

Apr 8, 2021

New: Safe and productive press braking due to integrated bending angle measurement

The bending angle measurement module eliminates the need for time-consuming manual angle measurements and expensive displacement measuring systems. This saves you time and money and means less space is required for fitting additional devices.

Mar 24, 2021

NEW: PSENmlock door handle module with an integrated escape release

The PSENmlock door handle module with an integrated actuator and an integrated escape release is available in different versions. You can fit it flexibly on the inside and outside of your safety gate.

Mar 23, 2021

Control technology leaflet – available now to download!

It’s new and spans 192 pages! Take a look at our control technology leaflet! Then ask us your questions about our safety solutions for your automation - let's be safe together!

Mar 18, 2021

Discover our complete solution for safety gate guarding and access permission!

With our modular safety gate system, we’re offering you a safety gate solution that’s tailored to your application. Two new components are now available: With the PSENmlock door handle module with integrated actuator and integrated escape release you will have optimum interlocking for accessible gates in conjunction with the safety gate sensor PSENmlock. The new PITgatebox types with integrated access permission system PITreader provide a solution for access control on the safety gate. Find out more now!

Mar 16, 2021

Find the right safety relay

The modular safety relay myPNOZ complements our existing range of safety relays. But when do you use myPNOZ, and when is PNOZsigma the right choice?

Mar 12, 2021

Stop manipulation poster - EN ISO 14119 correctly implemented

EN ISO 14119 describes the normative basic principles for interlocking devices associated with guards. Our updated poster on stopping manipulation contains everything you need to know in one easy glance.

Feb 24, 2021

myPNOZ – the new, modular safety relay

Are you looking for a simple solution to monitor multiple safety functions? Then the modular safety relay myPNOZ is ideal for you! Find out the new product’s key benefits here!

Feb 1, 2021

Machinery Directive – Compact guide through the standards

The Machinery Directive applies in Europe. Our poster offers you a guide through the plethora of associated, harmonised A, B and C standards.

Jan 21, 2021

The largest conference on industrial robotics in the Czech Republic

Přihlaste se + připojte se + poslechněte si Zajímavá témata, řečnice odbornice a řečníci odborníci, …. ti všichni se na téma ROBOTY podívají (26. – 28. 1. 2021) z různých úhlů. Za PILZ bude mluvit generální ředitel Michal Nevěřil a technický ředitel Petr Škraňka.

Jan 11, 2021

Magic application for light curtain – Clear the stage!

The Ehrlich Brothers regularly captivate their audience with mesmerising illusions in their shows. The interaction between magic and technology must operate smoothly and safely in all processes without exception. Flexible Type 3 light curtains PSENopt II from Pilz direct the technology in the action area to ensure the moving camera at the edge of the stage is monitored safely.

Dec 15, 2020

Generic controller for various types of points

The Swiss company VT Verkehrs- und Industrietechnik AG (VT AG), experts in track and points construction, were faced with the task of modernising the central control and monitoring system for eight points of varying types. They worked with Pilz to develop a generic solution based on the automation system PSS 4000-R for railway applications. The result is a centralised controller for all types of points.

Dec 4, 2020

Pilz expands its training programme – continuing training now online!

For 2021 we have once again expanded our training portfolio: In addition to our new courses we also offer our most popular training courses covering all aspects of machinery safety, including online training.

Nov 16, 2020

Food portioning in accordance with PL e

The Belgian machine builder Marelec develops machinery for portioning processes, in which meat or fish is sliced into portions of an exact, specified weight. These machines from the “Portio” series have a minimum of 17 cutting movements per second. To ensure they are not only highly productive but also safe, Pilz developed an appropriate safety concept to Performance Level PL e.

Nov 12, 2020

Scholl is our new system partner

Scholl Energie- und Steuerungstechnik GmbH is a new member of the Pilz System Partner Programme. As a certified partner, not only can the company offer the Pilz product portfolio but it can also call on our considerable expertise in the field of safe automation.

Nov 11, 2020

Safety for Railway 4.0

With digitised and automated processes, punctuality and reliability of the rail transport can be increased. With our expertise we can provide support en route to Railway 4.0. Here you can read how to use our solution for reliable, remote monitoring of trains.

Nov 5, 2020

Operators must bear these in mind when CE marking older machinery

We've prepared a concise summary of three frequently asked questions about the safe operation of old machinery.

Nov 3, 2020

Become a Pilz system partner!

Pilz system partners are system integrators, who develop holistic solutions for our mutual customers, so that machinery is manufactured and operated safely – regionally and internationally. Discover everything about our programme and how you too can become a Pilz System Partner!

Oct 28, 2020

Collision measurement set PRMS validates transient impact

The collision measurement set PRMS is used to validate human-robot applications by determining the force and pressure arising from a potential collision. That way it is possible to simulate transient impact.

Oct 26, 2020

Greater efficiency for the tortilla chip production line

The Belgian snack food manufacturer Poco Loco – one of the market leaders in Tex Mex products – decided to modernise its plants to increase the efficiency of its production lines and thereby optimise its processes. The configurable small controller PNOZmulti 2 and corresponding software tool PNOZmulti Configurator is as an efficient and safe solution at Poco Loco.

Oct 21, 2020

Pilz connection technology for greater safety and flexibility!

Alongside a wide range of Pilz products we now offer suitable accessories to match your needs. You’ll now find our full range of accessories quickly and easily in a central overview.

Oct 14, 2020

Safety for Railway 4.0

With digitised and automated processes, punctuality and reliability of the rail transport can be increased. With our expertise we can provide support en route to Railway 4.0. Here you can read how to use our solution for reliable, remote monitoring of trains.

Oct 13, 2020

Pushbutton unit PITgatebox with PITreader - control unit with access permission system

Using individual RFID keys, staff can authenticate themselves via the PITgatebox with integrated PITreader. This guarantees that only authorised staff have access to the plant and can implement commands such as activate, stop or reset the machine.

Oct 7, 2020

New standard series EN ISO 16092 for press safety!

The new standard series EN ISO 16092 for press safety replaces EN 692, EN 693 and EN 13736. The transition period ends in September 2021 for EN 692 and EN 13736 and in March 2021 for EN 693.

Aug 19, 2020

Service robotics modules obtain cleanroom certification in accordance with EN ISO 14644

The manipulator module PRBT 6 from Pilz was tested for ISO 3 and found to be good for work within a cleanroom.

Aug 11, 2020

Safety laser scanner PSENscan now with ROS package

Thanks to the ROS (Robot Operating System) package from the Open Source Framework, PSENscan can now be used not just for safe, productive area monitoring but also for navigating automated guided vehicles (AGV).

Jul 14, 2020

Global community of CMSEs – Certified Machinery Safety Experts grows to 6,000 members

There are now over 6,000 people worldwide with a CMSE qualification. You too can become part of this great international community of experts and acquire a 360° overview of machinery safety in just four days!

Jul 6, 2020

Extended application range for the remote I/O system PSSuniversal 2

New electronic modules with analogue inputs and outputs for voltage and current signals are available for the remote I/O system PSSuniversal 2.

Jul 1, 2020

Pilz recognised as one of Germany's most innovative companies of 2020

For the first time this year, Capital magazine worked with data analysts Statista to select the most innovative companies in Germany. And Pilz is one of them!

Jun 24, 2020

Pilz product macros in the EPLAN data portal

With immediate effect, our product macros are now in the EPLAN data portal. You can now access a total of 1,700 Pilz macros directly from the EPLAN tool. You’ll find EPLAN macros for products from the areas of sensor, control and drive technology. That means the data is not just available via our website but also directly via the EPLAN data portal.

Jun 2, 2020

Reliable, remote monitoring of railways

The railway station and signal boxes are where all the threads converge: the process must run smoothly so that trains and passengers arrive at their destination safely and on time. To guarantee this, the Swiss railway pioneer Intelis IED worked with Pilz to develop a module for the safe implementation of shunting operations, based on the automation system PSS 4000-R.

May 14, 2020

PROFESSIONAL WEBINARS 2020 - records of spring series

= cesta k bezpečnosti strojních zařízení. Na jaře 2020 proběhla SÉRIE DESETI WEBINÁŘŮ v oblasti bezpečnosti strojních zařízení, které posluchačům pomohly zorientovat se v této problematice, popřípadě doplnit si znalosti v oboru. Koncept webinářů byl během deseti „virtuálních setkání“ představit základní požadavky legislativy, přes posouzení rizik, zabezpečení robotických pracovišť, ať už klasických nebo kolaborativních, až po návrh a ověření jednotlivých bezpečnostních funkcí stroje. Prvních deset webinářů bylo malou „ochutnávkou“ toho, co každoročně na školeních, workshopech a přednáškách (ať již u nás, nebo přímo u Vás ve firmě) přednášíme, ale i toho, co do budoucnosti chceme zájemcům nabízet. Jsme rádi, že webináře měly tak velký úspěch a pozitivní ohlas. Ten, kdo webináře nestihl, nebo si je chce připomenout, má možnost zde.

May 7, 2020

Move safely, stand safely – with the new, safe incremental encoders PSENenco from Pilz

With the new, safe incremental encoders PSENenco from Pilz you can monitor safety functions such as speed, direction, acceleration and standstill.

May 5, 2020

PILZ Czech s.r.o. – partner in Covid-19 battle

Aktivně jsme se zapojili do boje s nemocí Covid-19 a rádi bychom pomohli také Vám či Vašim partnerům, kteří se jako my podílejí na pomoci s pandemií. Nabízíme odbornou pomoc v oblasti průmyslové automatizace a legislativy bezpečnosti strojních zařízení.

May 5, 2020

Safety gate solution keeps the flaps closed

Some fundamental framework conditions had changed shortly before the delivery date, so the safety concept for a horizontal mixer had to be adapted as quickly as possible. Within a few days, Pilz worked with special purpose machinery manufacturer Herbst to incorporate the safety gate system PSENmlock, which meets the new requirements.

Apr 21, 2020

PSENcode low profile actuator: The world’s lowest profile actuator

Are you familiar with the new version of the coded, non-contact safety switch PSENcode? With PSENcode low profile actuator we can provide you with the world’s lowest profile actuator. Find out more now!

Feb 4, 2020

Renate Pilz awarded the Federal Cross of Merit

On 23 January 2020 Renate Pilz was awarded the Federal Cross of Merit for her outstanding entrepreneurial and social commitment. Our heartfelt congratulations on this award!