Product Spotlight Nov/Dec – 2021
Dec 1, 2021
Cabin Contaminant Fighter
SecureAire Technologies, LLC of Dunedin, Florida, has developed the EU-100X Elevator Air Purification System that uses Active Particle Control (APC) to protect passengers from all airborne contaminants, including particles, total volatile organic compounds, smoke and pathogens, including viral particles such as those that spread COVID-19 and other potential ailments, the company announced in October. SecureAire’s APC technology uses patented energy-field technology to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of its proprietary filtration media. It provides pathogen destruction and inactivation benefits through its INACTIVATE™ Technology. APC combines electrostatic and electrodynamic fields to make airflow the dominant transport mechanism for airborne particles. The EU-100X unit has a fan, a replaceable SecureAire cartridge and a variable-speed airflow controller. This complete system can deliver up to 600 f2/min of particle-free air. The system offers effective air purification through three components: particle coagulation, which overcomes forces that hold airborne contaminants within a space; optimized air change rate, which brings particles back to the filter for removal or sends them to a dedicated exhaust for enhanced ventilation; and high-efficiency filtration which helps remove particles while maintaining a safe, healthful and clean elevator environment.
Smart Production Solutions
Schmersal has introduced new, networking-capable Industry 4.0 safety switchgear systems that offer reduced size, which means requiring less space at lower cost, and digitization for greater process transparency and predictive maintenance concepts. AZM40 is the smallest electronic safety interlock in the world, with a holding force of 2000 N. With great angle flexibility, AZM40 can easily fit into confined spaces and areas that are difficult to access. Similarly compact is the RSS260 RFID safety sensor, equipped with new software and four additional features that can be selected as required. RSS260 offers cost savings on safety relay modules, including reduced wiring and installation effort. The PROTECT PSC1 safety controller lets the user engage an integrated universal communication interface as a gateway to transmit diagnostics information from safety sensors to a higher-level control system. PROTECT PSC1 offers a modular, programmable controller that allows easy implementation of safety requirements specifically targeted for different machinery. Schmersal is also promoting SPS 2021, a successor to the PROTECT PSC1 with a range of additional features.
Finally, Schmersal is unveiling several solutions to help master increasingly complex safety measures for larger machinery and systems. The Safety Fieldbox enables flexible and individually configurable safety solutions, plus fail-safe plug-and-play installation of a divergent range of switches. The SD bus from Schmersal is a system designed for serial diagnosis of series circuits. Combined with the PSC1 safety controller solution with OPC UA connection, it gives the serial bus SD 4.0 capabilities with maximum design convenience and ease of scalability.
Upgraded MRL
Tokyo-based Mitsubishi Electric has launched the NEXIEZ-MRL Version 2 machine-room-less (MRL) elevator, which comes with a new door operating system and offers optional health, safety and convenience features, the company announced in October. Version 2, offering more-advanced specifications over the original NEXIEZ-MRL, will be promoted in the company’s overseas markets. Version 2’s improvements are a new door system that enhances operational efficiency; antivirus solutions for passenger safety and comfort; and the ability to allow access by mobile robots. In addition, it is available in four new interior designs aimed at enhancing buildings’ property values. The new door system shortens door opening and closing time by about 12%, which cuts average waiting time by about 14%. The optional Quick Closing System with sensor cuts door opening time by an average 24% when it detects no waiting riders in the elevator lobby. Other Version 2 options:
- Health solutions — The cabin can be equipped with circulating fans including Mitsubishi Electric’s Plasma Quad™, which captures viruses, bacteria, pollen and odors. Also available are antiviral and antibacterial surface coatings for COP and LOP buttons, and touchless elevator call and operation via smartphone.
- Robot access — Properly equipped Version 2s allow mobile robots to access the car and move between floors, which helps maintain social distancing and reduces need for manpower. In addition, the elevator can be connected to building management systems to improve operational status.
- New car designs — Version 2 buyers have a choice of four car designs: Luxury (rich surface finishes that create an elegant space); Comfort (minimalist design that’s comfortable and warm); Natural (soft wood texture that endures beyond trends); and Modern (urban style that offers quiet, simple lines).
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