Application Solutions of Multi-Sided Access Protection Light Grid in Cutting or Welding Automation Equipment Metal Processing Machine Tools
In modern manufacturing, with the widespread application of automation technology, the automation level of metal processing processes such as cutting and welding is constantly improving. However, with the popularization of automated equipment, production safety issues are becoming increasingly prominent, especially in the metal processing process, where the high-speed operation of the equipment and the high-temperature environment increase the potential threat to workers' safety. Therefore, how to effectively protect and monitor the equipment area to prevent people from accidentally entering the dangerous area has become an urgent problem for major factories. The application of DADISICK's QSA series multi-sided access protection light grid is the ideal solution to these problems.
Solution Overview
The multi-sided access protection light grid is a non-contact safety protection device that forms a light curtain by emitting and receiving infrared beams. When a person or object is detected entering the light curtain, the system will immediately respond, such as stopping the equipment or sounding an alarm. This technology is particularly suitable for cutting and welding automation equipment in the metal processing industry, which can effectively protect the personal safety of workers and prevent accidents when the equipment is unsupervised.
Application of Multi-Sided Access Protection Light Grid in Metal Processing Machine Tools
· Application in cutting equipment
In cutting equipment, multi-sided access protection light grid can be used to monitor the cutting area to ensure that the operator does not enter the range of motion of the cutting tool. When the operator approaches the cutting area, the light curtain will immediately detect and issue a warning signal, and at the same time stop the cutting equipment. This not only protects the operator from the cutting tool, but also prevents the sparks and spatters generated during the cutting process from causing harm to the operator.
· Application in welding equipment
In welding equipment, multi-sided access protection light grid can be used to monitor the welding area to ensure that the operator is not exposed to harmful welding light radiation or welding sparks. When the operator approaches the welding area, the light curtain will immediately detect and issue a warning signal, and at the same time stop the welding equipment. In addition, the light curtain can also be used to monitor the concentration of harmful gases generated during the welding process. When the concentration exceeds the safety standard, the exhaust system is automatically started to ensure the safety of the operator.
Advantages of Multi-Sided Access Protection Light Grid
· All-round area protection
Multi-sided access protection light grid can be customized and installed according to site needs, covering all dangerous areas of metal processing machine tools, including cutting heads, welding arms, and material transfer areas, etc., to prevent personnel from mistakenly entering dangerous areas during equipment operation. Compared with traditional mechanical protective devices, light curtains can achieve efficient safety protection without physical contact.
· High sensitivity and fast response
The light curtain has extremely high sensitivity and can detect the entry of people or objects in real time, and trigger the equipment to stop or slow down within milliseconds, ensuring a quick response before danger occurs and reducing the possibility of injury. This feature is particularly important, especially during high-speed cutting or welding, where machine operations are often very fast and any delay may have serious consequences.
· Flexible installation and application scenario adaptability
Multi-sided access protection light grid can be flexibly installed according to equipment and workshop layout. It supports multi-faceted detection and can adapt to processing equipment of different sizes and shapes without affecting the normal operation of the equipment or the transportation of workpieces. In addition, the non-contact design of the light curtain reduces the space occupied by traditional guardrails or physical protection, making the workshop layout more efficient.
· Improve equipment operation efficiency
Traditional mechanical protection devices usually require manual regular inspection and maintenance, while the non-contact design of the multi-sided access protection light grid not only reduces mechanical wear, but also reduces equipment downtime, thereby improving overall production efficiency. At the same time, it does not limit the flexibility of the equipment like physical protection measures, effectively improving the smoothness of equipment operation.
· Integrated intelligent monitoring system
Modern safety light curtains are often equipped with intelligent monitoring systems that can monitor the safety status around the equipment in real time. Combined with Industrial Internet (IoT) technology, companies can upload this data to the cloud for analysis and storage, further improving the full-process safety management of equipment and workers. Through intelligent monitoring, companies can warn of possible risks in advance, thereby reducing downtime and accidents.
Application Case Showcase
In a large metal processing plant, the main production process includes two modules: laser cutting and welding. In order to improve the safety of the equipment and the work efficiency of the operators, the factory introduced a multi-sided access protection light grid system. After installation, operators can focus more on production tasks without worrying about safety hazards in equipment operation. Especially next to the welding equipment, the safety light curtain effectively prevents burn accidents caused by inadvertently approaching the welding arm. In addition, the light curtain around the laser cutting machine can immediately detect any abnormal situation when the cutting head moves quickly, and respond quickly to ensure the safety of workers.
Recommended Multi-Sided Access Protection Light Grid
This safety light grid employs retro-reflective mirror technology to establish a network of infrared protection adaptable to different work environments. Surface-mount technology enhances shock resistance, ensuring stable operation in various vibration conditions. With optional protection ranges from 1 to 4 sides, and a maximum single-sided protection distance of up to 45 meters, it is suitable for hazardous areas requiring regional enclosed protection, such as turret punch presses, assembly stations, packaging equipment, stackers, and robot work zones.
Product Selection
QSA series photoelectric protection devices use mirrors to change the transmission direction of light to form 2-sided, 3-sided or 4-sided protection areas.
Detection distance optional: A: 0.3-3m, B: 0.3-6m, C: 0.3-10m, D: 0.3-15m, E: 0.3-20m, F: 0.3-25m, G: 0.3-30m, H: 0.3-45m.
One-sided Long-distance Safety Protection
Two-sided Regional Safety Protection
Three-sided Regional Safety Protection
Four-sided Regional Safety Protection
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