Schmersal
Schmersal Automation Products
Schmersal Group (Germany, founded 1945) is a global leader in machine safety and industrial automation, offering over 18,000 safety and automation components. It specializes in safety switchgear, sensors, optoelectronic safety devices, safety controllers, and explosion‑proof equipment, certified to ISO 13849‑1, IEC 61508 (SIL), and ATEX directives. Schmersal’s solutions integrate safety and automation seamlessly for machinery, robotics, and hazardous environments.
Core Product Categories & Key Series
1. Safety Switches & Interlocks
Schmersal’s mechanical safety switches are industry benchmarks for position monitoring and access guarding.
AZ Series (Safety Hinge & Position Switches)
AZ16/AZ17: Compact safety hinge switches for guard doors; positive‑opening contacts, IP67, PL e/SIL 3.
AZM Series: Solenoid interlocks with guard locking; RFID or mechanical actuation, high holding force (up to 2,500 N).
BNS Series (Non‑Contact Safety Sensors)
RFID‑based safety sensors; no wear, high immunity to vibration/dust; PL e/SIL 3, ideal for flexible guarding.
Limit Switches (Standard & Safety)
T/SL Series: Heavy‑duty limit switches for position detection; modular heads, IP67, long mechanical life.
Safety Limit Switches: Positive‑break contacts for emergency stop and safe position monitoring.
2. Optoelectronic Safety Devices
Non‑contact safeguarding for hazardous areas and access points.
SLC/SLG 440 Series (Safety Light Curtains/Grids)
Type 4 safety light curtains; resolution 14–90 mm, protection height up to 1,800 mm.
SLC440COM: Bluetooth‑enabled for remote diagnostics and configuration.
Safety Light Barriers & Scanners
SLB Series: Compact safety scanners for area monitoring; 270° detection, PL d/SIL 2.
3. Emergency Stop & Manual Safety Devices
Emergency Stop Buttons & Pull‑Wire Switches
SRB Series: Mushroom‑head E‑stop buttons; IP65, positive‑opening contacts.
Pull‑wire switches: For long conveyor safeguarding; quick reset, IP67.
Two‑Hand Control & Enable Devices
For safe machine startup; compliant with EN 574, PL e/SIL 3.
4. Safety Signal Processing & Controllers
Centralized and decentralized safety logic for machine safety systems.
SRB Series (Safety Relay Modules)
Configurable safety relays for E‑stop, guard door, and light curtain monitoring; PL e/SIL 3.
SRB‑EXi: Explosion‑proof safety relays for ATEX zones.
PROTECT PSC1/SRB‑E (Programmable Safety Controllers)
Compact, modular safety PLCs; IEC 61131‑3 programming, up to 16 safe I/O points.
PROTECT SELECT: Scalable safety controllers for complex multi‑machine systems.
Safety Fieldbus Systems
AS‑Interface Safety at Work (AS‑i SaW): Decentralized safety networking.
SFB Series: Safety Fieldbox for PROFINET/PROFIsafe, EtherNet/IP CIP Safety, EtherCAT FSoE; connects up to 8 safety devices.
5. Industrial Sensors & Automation Components
Standard automation sensors for position and presence detection.
IFL Series (Inductive Proximity Sensors)
Non‑contact metal detection; stainless steel, IP69K, ideal for food & beverage.
Capacitive & Photoelectric Sensors
For non‑metal detection and object counting; rugged, high switching frequency.
6. Explosion‑Proof (Ex) Switchgear
ATEX‑certified for gas (Zone 1/2) and dust (Zone 21/22) hazardous areas.
Ex safety switches, solenoid interlocks, E‑stops, and safety relays; certified to ATEX 2014/34/EU.
7. Command & Signaling Devices
N/R Series Pushbuttons & Indicator Lights
IP69K, hygienic design (H Series) for food processing; robust metal construction (R Series) for heavy industry.
Key Advantages
Unmatched Safety Compliance: Full PL e/SIL 3 certification, compliant with global machine safety standards.
Extreme Durability: IP67/IP69K, stainless steel, and wear‑free designs for harsh industrial environments.
System Integration: Seamless safety‑automation integration via Safety Fieldbus and PROFINET/EtherCAT.
Industry 4.0 Readiness: Bluetooth diagnostics, OPC UA connectivity, and cloud‑ready safety systems.
Explosion Protection: Comprehensive ATEX portfolio for oil & gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors.
Global Support: Local engineering, service, and certification in 20+ countries.
Typical Applications
Machine Tools & Robotics: Guard door monitoring, collaborative robot safety, emergency stop.
Packaging & Food Processing: Hygienic safety sensors, IP69K switches, and conveyor safety.
Material Handling: Interlocks for palletizers, pull‑wire switches for long conveyors.
Hazardous Areas: ATEX‑certified safety for oil, gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical plants.
Lift & Elevator: Door contacts, position switches, and safety interlocks for elevator systems.