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Industrial automation has revolutionized manufacturing and production by enhancing efficiency, reducing human error, and lowering operational costs. However, with these advancements come significant safety concerns. As automation advances, so does the complexity of industrial systems, leading to potential safety concerns. To prevent any accidents, safety measures are implemented in the form of safety switches. These switches aim to create a safe and healthy work environment and prevent any accidents from happening.

How A Safety Switch Works

Safety switches, also known as safety devices, monitor set parameters and take action if those parameters are not met. A simple example of a safety switch in a device is found in some table saws. These saws emit an electrical current through the sawblade. If anything conductive, like a hand, touches the sawblade, it closes a circuit. The switch detects this connection and sends a signal to the brakes, which immediately stops the blade. This concept works