As part of its commitment to industrial safety and access guarding, SICK has unveiled its powerful new DMM4 muting module. The DMM4 meets a wide range of muting needs and is highly reliable, flexible and configurable to deliver enhanced industrial safety without compromising productivity.
The DMM4 extension module represents the latest evolution in SICK’s safety solutions. It makes sure operators stay protected from hazardous machinery while materials, boxes and finished products move through smoothly. A robust, in-the-field solution with a host of new features and benefits, the DMM4 is fully compatible with SICK’s deTec safety light curtains and deTem safety light-beam sensors for seamless protection and efficiency with easy installation.
Enhanced safety and efficient material flow
Muting is a method that has been around a long time and has developed to become more versatile. Modern manufacturing requires safe passage of goods between production processes and this is increasingly important as production becomes more complex. A standalone muting module offers high flexibility and safety for free-flowing production and the DMM4 has a small footprint.
The robust muting module is designed to perform in the field and can be easily integrated. It doesn’t require a separate cabinet as it is equipped with protection against dust and water in the field, reducing wiring and commissioning time. A dedicated muting module with a high IP rating, it can be used in safety function up to PLe (ISO 13849)/SIL3 (IEC 62061) and fully supports compliance with ISO 13855, the standard covering the requirements of positioning safeguards with respect to the approach of the human body. The DMM4 is a more powerful, slimmer extension module than previous versions and SICK has released robust new support columns with micro adjustment capabilities and a built-in spirit level to complement it.
Applications for the DMM4 muting module range from logistics (e.g. muting for AGVs, electric forklifts or AMRs), to manufacturing (from large automotive parts to small consumer goods, food & beverage, and pharma).
Martin Kidman, SICK Manager – Safety (S&W Europe), says: “Highly flexible and configurable, the SICK DMM4 is out of the box certified and Plug and Play, with easy installation and connectivity with the SICK deTec safety light curtain. It’s part of a complete range of SICK safety light curtain products, including light curtains, sensors, fittings and muting modules.
