ANSI B11.0-2023: Safety of Machinery
In the hands of Homo erectus—or its contemporary primitive cousin, H. habilis (whose name literally means “handy man”)—the hand axe, dating back 1.8 million years,…
ISO Type A-B-C Structure for Machinery Standards
Machinery plays a crucial role in numerous industries. However, tasks involving machinery always bear some level of risk, as hazards emerge during the design, construction,…
ANSI B11.20-2017: Safety Requirements for Integrated Manufacturing Systems (IMS)
ANSI B11.20-2017: Safety Requirements for Integrated Manufacturing Systems, the third edition of the integrated manufacturing systems standard, has been released. What Are Integrated Manufacturing Systems?…