Pilz Automation Days 2022

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August 23, 2022

If you missed the Pilz Automation Days 2022, not to worry. You can request a recording of their presentation below.

Presentation: Functional safety standards – Amendments to ISO 13849-1 and IEC 62061

Functional safety standards are in a transition phase. IEC 62061 was republished in 2021, ISO 13849-1 is expected in the summer of 2022. How will this affect the design of safety-related control systems and compliance with the Machinery Directive? Find out more in the presentation.

Request the recording HERE.

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