The latest-generation Electronic-Key-System EKS2
The new generation of products is a logical development of the successful EKS system and has many advantages in terms
of digital access control and the selection of a safe operating mode. Templates with predefined functions and data fields
have kept to a minimum the programming work needed to integrate the system. Current requirements, including security
factors, for example, have been taken into consideration right from the start.
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Future-proof operating mode selection with the EKS2 and a touch panel
Modern touch panels are increasingly being used on machines and manufacturing systems. They are simple and intuitive to use, which
makes the everyday work of the operator easier and more efficient. A range of diff erent functions can also be integrated and customized to meet individual requirements. Therefore, the next logical step is to select the safe operating mode of a machine only via the touchscreen.
The EKS2 Electronic-Key provides precisely this functionality. It also off ers additional options for making the selection of operation modes more efficient and safer:
Individual personalization
– EKS2 Electronic-Keys can be assigned to specific people
– Electronic keys are retained by the employee, not left on the machine
Effective Electronic-Key management
– The Electronic-Keys cannot be easily copied or manipulated
– You always have an overview of the user group
– You can block lost Electronic-Keys
– You can limit Electronic-Key use with an expiration date
Access management is possible with individual authorizations
– Give only trained users approval for dangerous operating modes
– Save completed training courses on the Electronic-Key
– Limit access to specifi c machine groups and plants
The assessment of the performance level (PL) of the selection of a safe operating mode
The assessment of the safety engineering of an operating mode selector according to EN ISO 13849-1 has been defined by
various standardization committees. The selection of the safe operating mode was divided into three systems:
– Access system
– Selection system
– Activation system
The access system does not have to be implemented according to EN ISO 13849-1. By contrast, the selection system, together with
the activation system of the machine, must fulfi ll the required performance level (PL).
A touch panel alone is not a safe selection system. However, in combination with the EKS2 from EUCHNER, the selection of the
safe operating mode via a touch panel is possible on the highest safety level up to PL e.
The selection of the safe operating mode using the touch panel is safely monitored and evaluated by a special communication
procedure in the EKS2. After the safe operating mode has been successfully selected, it is transferred to the F-PLC via the 1-of-n
safety outputs.