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31 January 20237 February 2023

IoT: a cutting-edge technology

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a technology that includes smart devices such as sensors, actuators and network devices able to communicate with each other and with external systems. This technology is developing rapidly and the use of IoT is increasing in many industries to improve efficiency, safety and quality of services.

IoT technology and competitive advantage for businesses

The Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming increasingly important in industry and commerce. Allowing to collect and analyze data in real time to improve production, logistics, and resource management is a key utility. Consequently, companies using this technology benefit from a competitive advantage.

Competition among companies is becoming increasingly fierce, and to stand out, it essential to have high-quality, low-cost production. Meaning that, increasing the amount of production per unit time is a good solution.

The main goal is to achieve the best balance between operating costs and revenues, as reducing costs per unit of production is one of the key factors to consider in any competitive market. In this context, cost reduction studies of operating activities, purchasing, production and marketing costs are gaining more and more importance.

IoT technology: reducing operational costs

The good news is that technology offers many opportunities to reduce operating costs, particularly in transportation, between departments and between processing points. Using new technologies for dedicated material handling transport equipment (for instance forklifts) can make the process more efficient and faster. In fact, the responsiveness of forklifts in lifting and transporting loads, as well as the versatility in their use, are gradually increasing.

Moreover, the development of technology has created new opportunities and new businesses in all sectors, whether in the production, storage or shipment of raw materials, semi-finished or finished products. In these cases, the use of lifting and transporting machines, conscious and responsible labor, are preferable when combined with high-level technology.

IoT technology: evolution and security to support specialized workforce.

The rise of transport lifting machines and the use of IoT increases positive contributions to the workforce as they facilitate all industrial and commercial activities, including production in various lines of business, temporary storage, main warehouses and shipping stages.

In the last decade, forklifts have evolved and the most widely used technologies ensure that loads are moved more easily, quickly and safely than more traditional means of transportation.

IoT allows companies a remote control of their devices and equipment. Problems can be identified and fixed before they can cause disruptions in production. In addition, IoT enables companies to optimize resource utilization, for example, by using sensors to monitor the load level of forklifts and schedule maintenance operations.

Internet-connected forklifts

An example of how IoT can be used to improve production are Internet-connected forklifts. These trucks are equipped with sensors that collect data (location, speed, load level and other information).The data collected can be used to optimize the use of the trucks. For example, by scheduling load movements more efficiently.

On top of that, the use of Internet-connected forklifts enables companies to monitor and manage their assets more efficiently. Notifications are sent in case of problems or malfunctions, allowing companies to act rapidly and prevent any disruptions in production.

In conclusion, the Internet of Things (IoT) and the use of Internet-connected forklifts are some of the Best Practices that companies can implement to increase the amount of production per unit of time, reduce operating costs, improve competitive conditions, and make handling operations safer. Using these technologies enables companies to collect and analyze data in real time to optimize production, logistics and resource management.

Tamarri has always been committed to security within companies. For Tamarri, security is smart! 🔝

20 August 202220 October 2022

2D laser scanners, be sure not to slam!

Automation and safety in warehouses are managed by various tools. For years, Tamarri has put safety at the center of its business, thanks to the safety first paradigm! Today we want to introduce you to a truly cutting-edge product: 2D LiDAR sensors (also 2D laser scanners) suitable for surface measurement and detection functions.

How the 2D laser scanner works

Based on the principle of light propagation time measurement, compact devices scan the surrounding environment and measure distances. Thanks to the integrated rotating mirror, a two-dimensional monitoring of protected areas is generated, which are individually definable.

The new sensor-based, rear collision avoidance system of the latest generation is enclosed in a very strong 5mm-thick metal stand easy to install even on the ballast of the truck.

Our SS61K kit consists of:

– 2D LiDAR sensor with mounting bracket

– 12-24vDC relay box

– Led lamp with buzzer

– Connection cables

Regardless of the angle at which they are placed, SICK’s 2D LiDAR sensors always work reliably and accurately, both indoors and outdoors. For navigation, surveying or measurement, 2D LiDAR sensors provide reliable measurement data in numerous applications: from warehouses to manufacturing and from port areas to construction sites.

Two different intercept areas can be set, each managed by a separate digital output, adjustable in scan amplitude from 0 to 120°, in obstacle detection distance from 20/800cm.

The sensor performs a two-dimensional “2D” scan and detects both people and stationery or moving obstacles with an accuracy of 5 cm, with an almost immmediate responsiveness to the obstacle on the outputs. However, it is necessary to define the mounting position of the sensor on the vehicle, with special attention to ‘height, depending on the use needed by the customer.

Warehouse operation

The most common application of the sensor is on the rear ballast of the truck at about 40 cm height, so that the sensor is able to intercept even obstacles on the ground.

Settings of two different detection areas:

– Area 1, with 120° scan depth 6..7m first slowdown (orange area);

– Area 2, again scanning at 120° depth 2..3m second slowdown (green area).

The two digital outputs coming from the sensor are sent to the relay board ( 3 relays CO.NC.NA ) to which the supplied led lamp is connected, which transmits the danger status to the operator in the form of color and acoustic signal; in addition, it is possible to configure the slowing down of the vehicle.

– No obstacle, green light and no acoustic signal

– Obstacle in area 1, orange light with intermittent acoustic signal

– Obstacle in area 2, orange light with continuous acoustic signal

In some applications, the lamp is used as the only hazard warning, without intervening in the slowing down of the vehicle, making it easier and faster to apply the kit.

SICK safety laser scanners combine know-how and experience with excellent performance.

Tamars, automation and safety! 😉

23 April 202123 April 2021

UE Industry days

UE Industry days. On the 23rd February Ursula Von der Leyen started the UE industry days: an important event, always very awaited, this year more than usual.

UE Industry days: Ursula Von Der Leyen officially opens the conference

On 23 February, Ursula Von der Leyen opened the conference on EU Industry Days. This is the fourth edition of the Union’s largest industry event held every year.

After a welcome speech by the Commissioner for the internal market, Thierry Breton, Ursula Von der Leyen officially opened the online conference.

There were also the president of the European Parliament, Davide Sassoli, the executive vice-presidents, the commissioners, leaders and personalities of reference in the EU industry

UE Industry days: Green and digital the new topics

Let’s analyze the agenda on the whole, and the main issues addressed. We are in a very complex historical, political and economic context that has also closely involved and transformed the entire social sphere. There is no sector that has not been involved and upset by the pandemic that has marked 2020.

In particular this context declined in particular on industrial ecosystems, will be placed on the table of the conference to be held in these days.

The emphasis will be placed on the transformation of European industry according to a greener and more digital perspective, and included in an evolving global situation. In particular, competitiveness will be measured on these aspect.

UE Industry days: new challenges and opportunities discussed by the UE Industry protagonists.

Since 2017, when the EU Industry Days began, this conference has represented the main platform of the European Union to foster communication, dialogue and discussion between the protagonists of industry world.

It is precisely here that challenges and opportunities for the world of industry have been opened

It is precisely here that challenges and opportunities for the world of industry have been opened

In this crucial year, not only for the secondary sector but for the entire economic and social ecosystem, the interventions are facing the audacious challenge of relaunching the industrial forum for clean energy. A theme that cannot be postponed, but must have a central role on the discussion table.

For this reason, a new hackathon has been planned. This type of event enables to start innovative projects, which are able to develop ideas that have never been considered before and make fundamental contacts. The key objective is to restart in a more “healthy” way, successfully addressing the most urgent challenges in the field of intelligent health within the EU.

The European dialogue platform, which has been created in these 4 years, will also be improved and updated in relation to the latest events. A new and even more fruitful collaboration between partners who will come together in clusters, focused on a transformation towards digital and green, proactive towards economic recovery.

We are confident that at the end of the EU Industry Days, new solutions and constructive perspectives will be identified for European industry.

We will take care of resuming and updating the topic in a future article. 🙂

14 February 202114 February 2021

The legislation that regulates the forklifts

The law that regulates forklifts can be a perfect vademecum for the owner of the machine and for a right risks analysis.

The legislation that regulates forklifts: a supervision tool

Whoever owns a forklift must comply with the maintenance activities and the safety checks that must be done on the forklift by law until the end of its working activity.

The need for an efficient and safe fleet for those working in this sector is increasingly strong and shared by the companies that deal with handling.

In Italy the legislation relating to forklifts and equipment in the sector is governed by very strict and precise rules aimed at the builder, the distributor, the user and the assistance service. This is a sector which can lead to serious workplace injuries if not well protected.

That’s why this is a particularly sensible sector for security.

The precautionary and scheduled maintenance is an essential task for a periodic and efficient check of the forklift. It’s important to ensure the optimal operation of all its main components, from the brake assy to the mast, unti the control system

Decrees and circulars governing forklifts

Let’s see together just a bunch of the most important decrees that govern the forklift sector. Among these, the only law that has been revised and now outdated is the 1955 D.P.R 547. These law dealt with the prevention of workplace injuries and represented a fundamental reference both for builders and users

Despite the fact that this law is outdated because the machines have evolved, it’s still an important reference point for builders and all the operators in the sector.

The other decrees and circulars relating to handling equipment provide information both to manufacturers and employers and also to the operator who uses it.

In particular, the D.L. 304 of 10 September 1991 which indicates the technical specifications and tests to be performed on the forklift, in compliance with Community directives 6/663 and 89/240.

Aimed to the manufacturer is also the 24^th of July 1996 D.P.R 459 (machines guideline) which, again with reference to EU directives, protects the safety criteria, the health of the operator and the requirements of the environment in which the forklift operates. And again the D.I.R. 73/23 which defines the requirements of the electrical equipment supplied by the manufacturer.

Particularly important is the Circular 8/2001 of the Ministry of Industry – Forklifts in order to reduce the still widespread risk of accidental overturning of the forklift.

Laws that regulate the equipement

As we said the decreed doesn’t regulate only the dispositions related to the forklift but also the equipement. It’s aimed to the employer and also to the worker the 19^th September D.L 626/94, the genera law that protect workplace safety.

Not only safety checks to be carried out on the truck with the obligation to provide the instructions for use, but also periodic and constant checks of the safety devices, lifting chains, forks, protective screens of moving parts, plates identification. Therefore, Law 626 in Article 35 paragraph 4 letter c extends the obligation of periodic maintenance to all equipment as well.

So it is for the D.I,R 95/63 that defines the minimal safety and health requirements during the use of the work equipement the the employer mast adopt. Also the safety instructions that the operators must adop.

For a controlled and shared verification with the Supervisory Authorities over a period of 5 years from the date of the last registration or until the decommissioning, the Legislative Decree 359 of 4 August 1999 requires the employer to carry out periodic checks and record the results. The document produced will “follow” the machine wherever it is used.

Naturally, some circulars such as Circular 3/2001 of the Ministry of Labor “remind” the periodic checks to be carried out on forklifts and related accessories.

For further clarity, the D.L. 81/08 (Article 71 paragraph letter a and letter b) quotes:

“A) the equipment is subject to suitable maintenance in order to guarantee the permanence of safety requirements over time”

“B) the maintenance and updating of the work equipment control registers are taken care of”.

Control and verification of lifting machines

The lifting devices represent the crucial part of the entire forlift at a functional level, therefore also with regard to operator safety. In particular, the control of the chains is regulated by the D.P.R. 547 of 1955 (Article 179). This article states that they must be checked every three months.

It is imperative to replace them promptly if there is a condition of wear or an elongation that exceeds the measure indicated by the manufacturer.

For this it will be advisable to check the length of the chains through the appropriate precision instruments such as gauges or millimeter lines.

Finally, the control of the hydraulic pipes must be performed at least once a year and is regulated by the circular of the Ministry of Labor of 1 February 1979 no. 9. The circular provides for a visual analysis of the state of the pipes and their fittings. It also establishes that the pressurized pipes must be replaced at least every 2 years.

Tamarri S.r.l. : a competent partner

Nel prossimo articolo ci occuperemo della manutenzione e smaltimento delle batterie da trazione, e della formazione del personale che opera nel complesso settore dei carrelli elevatori.

In the next article we will deal with the maintenance and disposal of traction batteries, and the training of personnel working in the complex forklift sector.

Tamarri S.r.l. is a competent partner that has always been committed to the protection of safety. We are always available to help you better understand the legislation and to provide you with the tools you need to comply with the regulations in force. Calipers, millimeter lines, and even chain cutters and other precision tools, all at your disposal! 😉

1 November 2020

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