Machine safety-the safety component manufacturers viewpoint

The author argue that manufacturers of electric machine safety components must recognise that there are special responsibilities associated with the marketing of such products. There is a much greater need to provide information, often on subjects not directly related to the product and its application. Typically this need encompasses such topics as: safety legislation (regulations and directives); standards; risk evaluation; CE marking; safety techniques; and control system categories. Component manufacturers need to have a greater understanding of individual customer applications in order to offer the correct (i.e. safe) solution to a need. Technical support must be of the highest order. A highly ethical approach is essential-commercial considerations must take second place. In order to fulfil these needs, the author believes it is essential to understand the customers problem