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Two Autonomous Robots Used to Help Local Community in Wisconsin

Highlighting University of Wisconsin-Madison’s TiM$10K Contributions As the use of autonomous robots is on the rise, the field of robotics continues to advance faster with new innovations, many including the use of LiDAR sensors...

An Inside Look at the Updated ANSI B11.19 Standard: Part 5

Safety Distance Considerations for Devices as Addressed in the Updated ANSI B11.19 Standard Engineering control devices can help to reduce risk to individuals in the workplace, but there are many topics to consider when...

What do you know about physical barriers?

Answering Your Questions about Physical Barriers as Addressed in Updated ANSI B11.19 Standard Using physical barriers to separate individuals from danger zones is a tried and true means of reducing risk in the workplace. And...

Three Great Ideas from One Great University | TiM$10K

Highlighting TiM$10K Project Submissions from Students at Texas A&M University For the 2019-2020 school year of SICK's annual TiM$10K Challenge, university students from all over the country submitted projects that showcase how...

Bat Research Simplified with LiDAR Technology

Helping researchers monitor and protect bat colonies Even with proper safety equipment, entering a cave puts one at risk of several hazards, including dehydration, hypothermia, rockfall, trips and falls, or simply getting lost...

How to Implement Safety Over Industrial Communication Networks

Implementing Safety Solutions in the Age of Industry 4.0 The Fourth Industrial Revolution is here, whether you're ready for it or not. Systems are becoming more complex and the use of safety over networks is more common than ever...