Safety that keeps the flow running together with Movu Robotics

In warehouse automation, safety is critical, but it must not stand in the way of production. For Movu Robotics, finding the balance between a safe working environment and high system availability was one of the biggest challenges when designing a new solution for a customer. Their goal was clear: create a solution where personnel can work safely, prevent risks, and keep the entire flow running.

Axelent's range cover all gaps

“The possibility of using many components from Axelent’s range makes it possible to protect all danger zones with high precision in the smallest possible space. This allows for a good overview of the warehouse and machinery, while maintaining the appropriate safety distances to prevent reaching into hazardous areas. Correct use of physical safety solutions and access points can effectively minimize unnecessary downtime.” - Kamil Wojcik, Movu Robotics

Balancing safety and productivity

Automated warehouses are complex systems where every unplanned stop can lead to major costs in time, lost capacity and increased risk for disruptions in subsequent processes.

“When we think about machine safety, it’s not just about regulations and standards, but about integrating safety solutions that make it possible to work safely without disrupting production.” - Kamil Wojcik, Movu Robotics

Traditional safety solutions risk becoming a bottleneck, as they often require shutting down the entire facility for maintenance or service. For Movu Robotics, it was crucial to integrate machine guarding and risk prevention measures already in the design phase to create a flexible solution that kept the flow running.

Patrick Erlandson and Peter Kebke in front of a pedestrian barrier in a warehouse

Patrick Erlandson, Improvement Leader, and Peter Kebke, Project Manager

Optimized safety zones

With Axelent’s modular safety system, Movu Robotics was able to create protection that both meets all safety requirements and allows production to continue even during interventions.

The solution included:

Physical safety fencing and guarding: prevents unauthorized access to risk areas
Fall protection: secures workstations and walkways against falling goods
Interlock and RFID solutions: shut down only the zone where intervention is needed, allowing production to continue in the rest of the warehouse

“In automated warehouses, where systems are often complex and extensive, it is important to protect against unintentional start-up of the shuttle system when the operator is inside the facility. Therefore, we use solutions such as interlock doors, operating mode control, and RFID-based access to ensure operator safety during all interventions.” - Kamil Wojcik, Movu Robotics

Solving the safety challenge without slowing production

Nexans production environment involves handling large cable drums and heavy machinery on a daily basis. This demands robust safety systems without disrupting production flow. The main challenge was to create strong yet adaptable barriers that could be modified as production needs evolved.

“We needed a system that could be adapted to our floor layout and easily rebuilt if necessary. Axelent’s safety systems were the perfect fit because they are built from standard components, making them both flexible and easy to update,” says Peter Kebke.

With fast deliveries, high usability and the ability to produce their own layouts, Nexans has established a safer workflow that is quick, efficient and sustainable over time.