Ensuring Operator Safety and Efficiency in Automated Assembly Benches

In the automotive industry, safety in automated production lines is not only a priority but an essential component for maintaining high productivity and ensuring operator protection. Assembly benches, the hub of assembly lines, require advanced solutions that create a safe and functional work environment, reducing the risk of unauthorised access, accidents and downtime. Such events, in fact, not only negatively impact production levels, but also the quality of work and the well-being of workers.

A practical example of the effectiveness of ReeR's safety solutions can be seen in the assembly line designed by DeD Automation Srl, a Piedmontese company dedicated to the design and construction of switchboards for the automation and plant engineering industry.

The specific automotive assembly line is dedicated to pedal assembly that integrates specific benches to mount bushings, brakes, clutches and final assemblies.

Challenges in Assembly Bench Safety

Automating assembly benches presents numerous safety-related challenges, including:

• Access control: Preventing unauthorised entry during the work cycle is critical to avoid accidents.
• Safety functions management: Integrating the start, stop and reset function is essential to reduce inefficiencies and prevent damage from separate management of safety functions.
• Safe human-machine interaction: The use of intuitive and clear displays to show instructions and working parameters is essential to ensure safe collaboration between operator and machine.

ReeR Safety’s Solution for DeD Automation’s Assembly Benches

To meet these challenges, DeD Automation’s assembly benches are equipped with advanced safety technologies provided by ReeR, including:

• EOS4 903 X Safety Light Curtain: With a resolution of 30 mm and a protected height of 910 mm, these barriers detect any interference and immediately stop the work cycle, protecting operators’ hands. They are easy to install, require no programming and offer the option of managing operation in manual or automatic mode. The absence of a blind zone on one side of the barriers further increases the effectiveness of the system.

• MOSAIC M1 Safety Controller: This device centralises all safety functions, making control of the processing cycle more efficient, reducing the number of harnesses and minimising downtime.

Protect your Production Line with ReeR's Advanced Safety Solutions

Are you looking for advanced safety solutions to automate and protect your assembly benches? Contact us for a dedicated consultation to find the right solution for creating a safe and efficient work environment, improving productivity and minimising risk.