How can we harness modern technology in a way that will allow people to collaborate with business even more intelligently, efficiently, and sustainably in the future? The solution? 2D laser scanners on robots! SICK has applied 2D...
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Swerve Robotic Platform Relies on SICK LiDAR Sensor
A SICK LiDAR sensor was used to build a winning robotic platform in the prestigious Drexel University's annual College of Engineering senior project design competition. For Freddy Watcher, a Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics...
Parking in the Future: Intelligent Sensors Control Autonomous Parking Robot
Drivers are familiar with winding around annoying curves in the parking garage until finally sighting an open spot. If the driver has a plane or train to catch, this can be stressful. Serva Transport Systems, a company based in...
Communicate with Safety PLCs using the microScan3 Safety Laser Scanner EtherNet/IP & PROFINET
The microScan3 safety laser scanner is part of a powerful new generation of safety laser scanners designed to get your plant Industry 4.0 ready. Every version of the microScan3 is equipped with safeHDDM (High Definition Distance...
Michael Bechthold: Calm Under Pressure
There’s not much that can shake up Michael Bechthold, a Manager of Technical Customer Care at SICK—even sharks (more about that later). He manages a team of customer care engineers at SICK’s Bloomington, Minn. offices and co...
Safety, Risk, and Performance Levels: A Guide to Functional Safety
Performance levels provide a guide for the differing amounts of protection and risk reduction achieved by safety parts in a control system **Updated in August 2021** Risk is defined as “the combination of the severity of harm and...
SICK, Inc. Hosts Robotics Industries Association Subcommittee Meetings
As part of SICK’s ongoing dedication to the North American safety market, SICK hosted the recent safety standards development work of the Robotic Industries Association (RIA). This weeklong meeting consisted of two...
Case Study: Double Productivity & Improve Order Accuracy to 99.9%
Third-party logistics (3PL) providers are a key resource for companies that manufacture goods and for retailers. Recently, a top-10 global third-party logistics provider in the southeast U.S. that ships merchandise out of a...
Marissa Adlard: Zen State of Mind
Marissa Adlard, Field Service Technician at SICK, enjoys the craftsmanlike nature of her work. She is found at job sites across the country, which include distribution centers, airports and production facilities for SICK...
Using LiDAR for Collision Avoidance & Navigation Support in the Warehouse
Modern electric lifting trucks, order pickers, tugs, and mobile transport platforms provide users with additional potential benefits thanks to the option of semi-autonomous operation. As well as ensuring that vehicles make...