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Safety Tips

PPE Requirements

Always wear appropriate safety equipment including hard hats, safety glasses, and high-vis clothing when working with automated systems.

Lockout/Tagout

Ensure all energy sources are properly isolated and locked out before performing maintenance on robotic equipment.

Risk Assessment

Conduct thorough risk assessments before working in automated environments and maintain situational awareness.

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Tool of the Month

Fluke 1775 Three-Phase Power Quality Analyzer

Essential for monitoring power quality in automated systems. Features advanced measurement capabilities for voltage, current, power, and harmonics analysis. Perfect for commissioning and troubleshooting industrial automation equipment.

Key Features:

  • Three-phase power measurements
  • Harmonic analysis up to 50th
  • Data logging capabilities
  • Bluetooth connectivity
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