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IO-Link Safety certified by TÜV Süd
TÜV Süd has successfully tested and officially certified the IO-Link Safety Specification V1.1.4. This lays the foundation for the broad industrial use of the open-technology safety solution.
The certification by an independent test center marks the completion of the development phase of IO-Link Safety and now enables the introduction of market-ready products. As the first officially designated IO-Link Safety Test Center, TÜV Süd has already started testing IO-Link Safety masters and devices. The first certified products will soon be available on the market.
IO-Link Safety is the safety-related extension of IO-Link technology and enables seamless integration into existing automation and safety structures. The specification was already positively evaluated by TÜV Süd and the Institute for Occupational Safety and Health of the DGUV (IFA) during the concept phase. Based on the proof-of-concept results, the specification was further developed to product maturity together with the associated test specification.
In contrast to conventional IO-Link, IO-Link Safety relies on third-party certification. Manufacturers must have their products tested in a recognized test center - an additional step to ensure the highest quality and safety standards.
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