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Protecting People and Productivity: Smarter Machine Safety with PILZ, Siemens, and Werma

Productivity is everything in this fast-paced world we're in, but so is safety. When your machines are down due to a safety incident or nuisance trip, you’re not just losing production time. You’re losing confidence, efficiency, and in some cases, trust in your system’s safety integrity.


At elliTek, we believe machine safety should never be a productivity killer. With the right technology and system design, safety and uptime can work hand in hand.


The Pain Point: Nuisance Trips and Safety Downtime


You’ve seen it before — a safety circuit trips, shutting down a line for what turns out to be a non-hazardous condition. Or worse, safety devices are bypassed in frustration just to keep things running. These situations create both safety and compliance risks. The truth is, many “safety problems” are actually communication and configuration problems.


That’s why elliTek partners with trusted leaders like PILZ, Siemens, and Werma to help manufacturers eliminate nuisance trips, improve diagnostics, and design safety systems that protect both people and production.


PILZ: The Gold Standard in Machine Safety


PILZ’s PNOZmulti modular safety controllers are a powerhouse when it comes to flexible, scalable safety control. Whether you’re safeguarding a single machine or an entire production cell, PNOZmulti lets you easily configure safety functions like E-Stops, light curtains, gates, and two-hand controls — all without complicated wiring changes.



Pair it with PILZ PSEN safety sensors and switches, and you’ll get a fully integrated solution that detects hazards accurately and communicates clearly — no guesswork, no gray areas.






Siemens: Integrated Safety and Performance in One Platform


Siemens S7-1500F fail-safe PLCs bring functional safety into the same control platform that runs your automation. That means your standard and safety programs coexist seamlessly, reducing engineering time and wiring complexity while improving response times.


Safety logic is managed within the TIA Portal, so your engineers can design, test, and maintain everything in one place. The result? Less downtime, better diagnostics, and fewer nuisance trips.


Werma: When You Need to Know — Instantly

Werma's signal towers and alarms
Werma's signal towers and alarms

When a safety event occurs, clear and visible communication is key. That’s where Werma’s signal towers and alarms shine. From stack lights to audible alarms and networked systems like WeASSIST, Werma provides visual clarity and immediate awareness for operators and maintenance teams — helping you react faster and smarter when something needs attention.


Werma's WeASSIST solution system architecture
Werma's WeASSIST solution system architecture

The Smart Safety Advantage

Combining PILZ’s precision safety control, Siemens’ integrated logic, and Werma’s smart signaling creates a safety ecosystem that does more than just meet standards — it empowers your team to work confidently and productively.


It’s not about stopping production; it’s about stopping danger.


Join Us for the PILZ Safety Workshop at elliTek

📅 Tuesday, November 18

🕗 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 elliTek Training Center – Knoxville, TN

🍴 Lunch provided


Join PILZ’s Joseph Redden and the elliTek team for a full-day, hands-on workshop that dives into today’s leading machine safety standards, hardware solutions, and practical implementation tips. Whether you’re designing a new system or updating legacy equipment, this workshop will give you actionable insights to protect your people, your machines, and your productivity.



Let’s Build Safer, Smarter Machines Together

Reach out to elliTek or your local Field Sales Engineer to learn how PILZ PNOZmulti + PSEN, Siemens S7-1500F, and Werma signaling devices can elevate your machine safety — without compromising uptime.


Together, we can make “safe” your most productive setting.

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