The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS, a rugged, type-approved I/O device made to make integrating functional safety into AGVs, AMRs, and other mobile machines easier, has been released by HMS Networks.
The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS offers the quickest and most reliable way to comply with ISO 3691-4 and the impending EU Machinery Regulation 2023/1230 thanks to its TÜV-certified safety features and support for CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP.
Easy to install
System integrators and machine builders can add a safe remote stop and control local or distant safety signals without the need for bespoke hardware design thanks to the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS, which installs directly on the machine.
System integrators can apply the same safety features across AGV/AMR platforms from various providers since the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS connects to current local safety logic. This greatly streamlines integration and lowers the work needed to recertify features like safe remote stop.
Advanced safety features
Advanced safety features such as SafeBound™ (fast local and slow remote safe reaction) and SS1-t (controlled safe stop) allow machines to react predictably, protecting both people and equipment.
Fully certified
With certification up to SIL 3 (IEC 61508) and PLe/Cat. 4 (ISO 13849-1), the Safe2Link Remote IO-CS is type-approved and ready to deploy. Its rugged IP54 enclosure, dual M12 Ethernet connectors, and straightforward D-Sub I/O interface make it well-suited for harsh industrial environments.
Expanded functional safety portfolio
The launch of the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS expands HMS Networks’ functional safety portfolio, which also includes embedded hardware options and TÜV-certified safety protocol software.
This flexible approach allows OEMs and system integrators to choose the right level of integration for their applications — from plug-and-play devices to fully customized safety hardware. For more information, visit: www.hms-networks.com/functional-safety-solutions
Leadership Comments
“Functional safety is no longer optional — it’s essential for accessing global markets and building trust with customers,” says Stefan Kraus, Functional Safety Product Manager at HMS Networks. “The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS gives system integrators or machine builders a plug-and-play solution to meet the latest requirements with minimal integration effort. This means faster time-to-market and safer, smarter machines.”
Availability
The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS is available now. A PROFIsafe version is also in development and is expected to launch in 2026.
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