Functional safety is evolving, and so are the tools, making it easier to implement than ever with a plug-and-play solution
HMS Networks has always provided some of the easiest and fastest ways to add functional safety to industrial devices and machines. But with the launch of the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS, easy just became even easier.
Traditionally, adding functional safety meant embedding safety hardware or developing custom software, a process that took weeks or even months. Now, with the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS, it’s possible to deploy certified safety in minutes. That makes it a practical solution for system integrators, retrofits, or anyone working against tight deadlines.
The easiest way to add functional safety
The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS is a rugged, IP54-rated input/output device designed for quick deployment in mobile machines or industrial equipment. It mounts directly on your machine and connects via CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP, enabling safe communication of critical signals without the need for redesign or embedded hardware.
Whether you're adding safety to an AGV, AMR, or mobile robot arm, the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS delivers:
- Plug-and-play installation with minimal wiring
- Certified SIL3 / PLe safety
- Dual-channel safe inputs and outputs
- Configurable safety logic with built-in SafeBound™ and SS1-t functions
- Shortest time-to-market
It’s the ideal choice for teams that need to implement safety quickly and efficiently.
Advanced safety functions built In
The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS doesn’t just simplify installation; it also enhances safety:
- SafeBound™ combines local and remote safety signals, enabling flexible system designs without external logic.
- Safe Stop Category 1 (SS1-t) enables controlled ramp-down before a full stop, improving safety and reducing wear on moving machinery.
These features make it ideal for applications where space integration must be fast, and safety cannot be compromised.
Use case: Simplifying safety integration on mobile machine
The Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS is purpose-built for mobile machines like AGVs and AMRs, where adding functional safety can be especially challenging. It mounts directly to the vehicle and connects to the factory safety system, even over wireless networks.
By combining local safety sensors or logic signals into a single Safe Torque Off (STO) output, the module eliminates the need for separate in-vehicle safety logic when using the SafeBound™ feature.
Existing in-vehicle safety concepts or networks don’t need modification, as Safe2Link Remote IO-CS provides its own network connection to the external fieldbus. Whether the machine uses a full in-vehicle safety fieldbus or just basic safety switches, Safe2Link Remote IO-CS makes remote safe signal connection fast and straightforward with minimal disruption to existing designs.
Why it matters
Functional safety is no longer just a regulatory requirement; it’s a competitive advantage. The ability to deploy certified safety quickly and reliably can make or break a project timeline. With the Anybus Safe2Link Remote IO-CS, HMS delivers a solution that’s ready to use, easy to install, and built for the future of automation.
Final thought
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About the author
Stefan Kraus is the Functional Safety Product Manager at HMS Networks. Stefan has over 20 years of experience in industrial communication and has specialized within functional safety since 2012.