Gems Sensors Inc.
Plainville, CT 06062
Oct 29, 2009 Made from Noryl® material, PRX-100 Series of corrosion and moisture resistant proximity switches are designed for applications in industrial washers, equipment automation, medical instruments, and safety interlocks. With no standby power requirements or moving parts, units can be used in security systems, household appliances, and door interlocks.

C&K Components
Newton, MA 02458
Jun 25, 2009 Requiring only 27 mm of mounting depth behind front plate, RAFIX 22 FS Series switches are available in pushbutton, selection, key, signal lamp and emergency-stop configurations. Switch components are IP65 splash-water protected in accordance with DIN standards, while mounting diameter in front plate is 22.3 mm in accordance with IEC 60947 specifications. Illuminated versions of pushbutton and signal lamp switches are also available, with LEDs in 5 different colors.

IDEC Corporation
Sunnyvale, CA 94089-2209
Feb 20, 2009 Unibody XA E-stop switches are available with 29 and 40 mm mushroom operators, and offer up to 4 contacts with safe-break technology, which uses spring-pressure to assure that NC contacts will open if switch is damaged or if contact blocks break off due to excessive force. IP65 and IP40 rated, switches are available with engraved EMO markings, in 1NC and 2NC contact configurations, as well as with solder terminals in standard size or #110 terminals with gold-plated crossbar contacts.

JDS Products, Inc.
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 4072
Feb 06, 2009 SENSING-SAF-START® replaces power cord on small machines, such as table saws and drill presses, so they will conform to O.S.H.A. safety standards. Switch disconnects machine's power during power loss and prevents it from resetting until after machine switch has been turned off. Available in three 120-volt styles and one 240-volt single phase style, all SENSING-SAF-STARTS® are Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.® component recognized.

AMETEK Drexelbrook
Horsham, PA 19044
Feb 04, 2009 Safety IntelliPoint RF(TM) Switch, used in above-ground bulk storage tanks, meets American Petroleum Institute's 2350 Recommended Practice for overfill/spill protection. Specifically, it comes standard with SIL1 certification; SIL2 is optional, and SIL3 is possible with redundant switch. Integral software continuously monitors application for changes and maintains repeatable trip point on probe. Switch detects presence or absence of material without calibration, and MTTF is 110 years.

GE Digital Energy
Markham L6E 1B3  Canada
Jan 29, 2009 Featuring built-in test/outage reporting, user-configurable alarms, and high-speed alarm capture capability, Zenith ZTE Series 40-4,000 A automatic transfer switch helps prevent problems that could damage equipment or cause unnecessary outages to critical loads. Auto Load Shed allows unit to signal for disconnection of downstream lower-priority loads in event of generator overload. Power quality metering includes capability of measuring current and voltage harmonics/THD.

Automation Systems Interconnect Inc.
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Dec 26, 2008 Available in metal and plastic, mushroom head industrial switches include 40 and 60 mm operator head versions with momentary, maintained; pull to release, maintained; twist to release; and maintained, twist key to release operators. Up to 6 auxiliary contacts can be added to operator, while rear panel locking design and mounting features facilitate installation. Illuminated version is also available and comes in 6 different colors.

Carlo GAVAZZI Automation Components
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Sep 26, 2008 Available in 22 and 30 mm hole sizes, Push Buttons come in illuminated and non-illuminated models with flush, extended, or mushroom type heads. Selector switches are available in short and long handle versions, with 7 different switch action configurations, while emergency stop mushroom buttons come in 40 mm and 60 mm diameters. Offered in 5 LED colors, pilot lights feature 5 lens options and 8 supply voltage options.

Pilz Automation Safety L.P.
Canton, MI 48187
Sep 16, 2008 PSENslock series combines secure safety gate monitoring and non-contact magnetic interlock. Electro-magnetic holding force of 500 N prevents unintentional opening of swing/sliding gates, and transponder technology is manipulation-proof because switch and actuator are different items. Tolerant to gate misalignment, IP67-rated series is designed for applications up to SIL3 and offers flexible mounting options and double-sided LED diagnostics.

Honeywell
Golden Valley, MN 55422 3935
Aug 21, 2008 Ensuring that even welded contacts open and machine stops in emergency, Micro Switch(TM) GSX Series provides safe failure mode to support safe working environments. It combines MICRO SWITCH(TM) global limit safety product with explosion-proof housing from LSX and BX product lines. Unit offers over 10,000 actuator and switching option combinations and can be applied to machine safety in hydrocarbon refining, chemical process, grain elevators, and other agricultural/food processing equipment.

Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Melville, NY 11747
Aug 19, 2008 Housed in watertight enclosure, non-fused PowerSwitch(TM) DS30AX includes 4 mounting feet, 7 conduit entry points, integral ground plate, and 10 A normally open auxiliary contact for remote monitoring. Enclosure measures 4.5 in. deep x 5.28 in. wide with bottom-hinged cover and front-operated, pistol-grip handle that meets OSHA safety regulations. Designed for harsh, washdown environments, housing is impact-resistant, non-conductive Valox® PBT thermoplastic with UL 94 V-0 flammability rating.

Saia - Johnson Electric
Vandalia, OH 45377
Aug 01, 2008 With less than 20 mm panel depth, TH-Contact® TE1 Emergency Stop Switches are available with illuminated or non-illuminated mushroom cap dia of 25, 30, and 40 mm for 16.2 mm panel cut out or 22.5 with adapter option. Providing 1 NO and 1 NC or 2 NC switching functions, they feature rotary reset mechanism and Faston terminals for quick assembly. IP65-sealed switches conform to EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, and EN 60947-5-5, and are suited for use in wide range of applications.

United Electric Controls
Watertown, MA 02472
Jul 16, 2008 Designed for high-pressure oil and gas drilling and safety shutdown markets, Models P4 and P9 mechanical pressure switches feature up to 12,500 psig adjustable set point range. Snap-action Belleville spring assembly provides vibration resistance and set-point stability, and choice of ¼ in. NPT (female), ¼ or 3/8 in. medium or high-pressure (male or female) autoclave connections are also available. Units are Class I, Div. 1 rated, UL approved, and ATEX certified.

Omega Engineering, Inc.
Stamford, CT 06907
Jun 02, 2008 Designed with plastic construction and mounted to rigid portion of machine, E48 DIN-style safety key interlock limit switch can be used with movable guards or covers which must be closed for operational safety. Key is removed from switch when guard is opened, positively breaking normally-closed contacts to reduce risk and safeguard workplace. CE compliant switch is suited for any industry that uses factory automation machines including automotive, food, and textile.

Switches Unlimited
Woodside, NY 11377
May 16, 2008 Fully assembled with NO/NC 10 A contacts, ESTOP120 and ESTOP24, respectively, feature 120 and 24 V super bright LED for use in facilities that have products in poorly lit areas or challenging indoor/outdoor environments. Corrosion-resistant octagonal locking chrome-plated ring fastens from front of panel, and modular construction promotes contact configuration flexibility. Both 22 mm E-stops are front panel-sealed to IP65/NEMA 4X, UL-Listed, CSA-Certified, TUV-Approved, and CE-Marked.

C&K Components
Newton, MA 02458
May 12, 2008 MDS Series micro snap-acting detect switches are available in vertical and right-angle PCB mount, with 2.9 mm travel, and SDS Series side-actuated detect switches have 2 mm profile and 2 mm overtravel. Featuring top or side actuation, SDT Series micro mini pendulum detect switches offer 2.2 mm profile, while HDT micro mini detect switches have 3.35 mm profile. Surface mount switches are implemented on server blade as safety mechanism to guarantee blade is powered down.

GE Co., GE Consumer Products
Louisville, KY 40225
May 05, 2008 Suited for manually transferring between utility power and stand-by generator in power emergencies, NEMA 3R Double-Throw Safety Switches utilize interlock defeat to accommodate inspections without disrupting building power. Elements of construction include rainproof, heavy-duty NEMA 3R Enclosure with rain guard overhangs; welded door seams; over-center latches; and corrosion-resistant mechanism. Available at 30-400 A, 240 and 600 V, non-fused switches can be installed near generator.

Omron Scientific Technologies Inc.
Fremont, CA 94555
Apr 22, 2008 Supporting manual and auto switching, Model G9SX-GS utilizes external outputs for status indication of 2 safety input devices; auxiliary outputs for monitoring of safety inputs, safety outputs, and errors; and LEDs for system diagnosis. Auto switching ensures safety during coordinated operations by monitoring machine or robot and operator to make certain they don't enter coordinated area at same time. Manual switching is suited for applications that require limited machine access.

Carlo GAVAZZI Automation Components
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Apr 21, 2008 Constructed of durable thermoplastic or rugged zinc alloy metal, mechanical switches can be used in any number of workplace safety applications. Including key interlock door, hinge-mount, pull wire, and standard limit switches with manual reset buttons, units are offered in 4 body sizes and 5 cable gland entry options to meet common global standards. UL, CSA, and CE marked switches are capable of withstanding demanding installation environments.

Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Melville, NY 11747
Apr 14, 2008 PowerSwitch(TM) Enclosed Disconnect Switch with Receptacle (EDSR-23) is suited for powering portable cord connected equipment, such as pumps and bottling stations, that must be moved from location to location. At 6 ¼ in. wide, it fits between I-beam flanges and accepts standard 20 or 30 A NEMA locking flush receptacles rated up to 600 V. One 10 A NO auxiliary contact is factory-installed for remote monitoring, and additional auxiliary contacts can be accommodated.