Automation Safety 101: Risk Assessments, Guarding, and Smart Sensors with Leuze

05/05/2026

In manufacturing, safety isn’t just about meeting standards — it’s about protecting people while keeping productivity high. In this first episode of Automation Unlocked, Ben Harper, Director of Safety Solutions at Leuze, joins us to break down what every manufacturer should know about machine safety. From risk assessments and machine guarding to light curtains, area scanners, and smart safety sensors, Ben shares practical advice on how to approach safety proactively — not reactively.


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