When we think of pedestrians, we tend to imagine people walking freely on the street, adhering to traffic rules and ensuring their safety to prevent accidents. However, pedestrians also exist in industrial areas where...
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Our blog has been designed to offer advice and solutions that will introduce you to different technological tools and products to help prevent common safety risks, such as the collision of forklifts with pedestrians in warehouses or manufacturing environments, etc.
Joan has recently graduated in Industrial Technology Engineering from the University of Girona. After successfully completing his internship at Claitec, he has joined our Mechanical R+D team, where he will contribute to the design...
When Claitec embarked on its professional journey in 2013, our initial mission was clear: to improve the safety of people in their workplaces. Our team already had extensive experience in the field, which helped...
How can traffic be regulated in work zones where pedestrians and forklifts must coexist?This question sparks considerable debate, as traffic control depends on specific cases and lacks a universal system adaptable to all situations....
It is widely known that carrying out certain type of repetitive tasks day in day out, can lead to worker overconfidence. Unfortunately, this may result in accidents with unpredictable consequences. The High Load Sensor...
The concept of “Workplace safety enhancement” is not newfor us; Preventing accidents in work environments has always been a priority. However, it is crucial to adapt to the times and seize the opportunities offered...
If there is one recurring cause of work accidents involving the use of forklifts, it is undoubtedly speeding.Speed plays a crucial role in both pedestrian accidents and collisions, something that should not be overlooked....
In this blog we have talked on many occasions about the PSG (Pedestrian Alert System) door, a solution developed by Claitec to create safer pedestrian crossings and restrict access to restricted areas to authorised...
Every year, April 28 marks World Day for Safety and Health at Work. This year, the focus is on climate change and how to address the safety challenges that this changing environment can present....
Aitor is a senior technician in industrial automation and robotics with over 7 years of experience in various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, logistics, or flexography.He has been responsible for the robotization and maintenance of...
Machinery found in industrial environments like crushers, presses, recycling plants, etc. can pose a high risk to workers in case of mishaps like falls or blackouts. These can lead to serious accidents and yet,...
The T-10R enables detection by forklifts in shared work environments, preventing potential collisions of workers with forklifts. That’s why, to stay safe, it’s crucial for everyone to carry one such device. This personal tag is...
Workplace safety is not just a priority – it is the backbone that supports operational efficiency and the well-being of workers. For Claitec, a company specialised in the development of advanced safety devices, constant...
The video we would like to share today is a continuation of the virtual tour presented previously. Both show that at Claitec, we are constantly striving to achieve the highest levels of excellence in...
We continue expanding our team. Today, we are pleased to welcome Maciej, who joins Claitec’s commercial department as a Technical Support Engineer. Maciej has completed his degree in Automation and Robotics at the Poznan...
Numerous factors can lead to hazardous situations in areas where pedestrians and forklifts interact frequently. And while there are a number of different solutions to help mitigate these risks, choosing the most suitable option...
We start this 2024 with excellent news, as our team continues to grow and incorporate talent that will bring us experience and new innovative perspectives. Damián studied Autonomous Process Engineering at UCA (Cádiz) and...
While it is true that there are many unpredictable elements that can generate a hazardous situation or even provoke accidents in industrial workspace, at Claitec, we have identified the four main factors and have...
Technology has emerged as a key ally in enhancing workplace safety in warehouses and industrial facilities. Through various technological innovations, we have achieved a safer and more efficient working environment. One of the most...
On many occasions, workplace accidents in industrial areas involve forklift trucks, which complicate the assessment of consequences, both in terms of materials and, more importantly, with regard to people’s safety. Unfortunately, many of these...
We are pleased to see how Claitec continues to grow! On this occasion, we would like to welcome two new additions that will strengthen our team. Aina has joined our team as a Human...
In any industry where forklifts or other types of mobile machinery operate, there is a real risk of collisions and accidents. These hazardous situations can be caused by various factors, such as reduced visibility...
Today, we would like to introduce the uses and benefits of the Impact Sensor, an innovative and practical system that provides significant assistance in monitoring and recording impacts experienced by work vehicles in different...
This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming our colleagues from different Troax delegations to our Claitec offices. Together, we have shared an exciting “Training Week” that has provided us with the opportunity to...
At Claitec, we are constantly listening to our clients’ feedback as we see this as the only way to be in tune with our their needs and to provide them with flexible and creative...
The coexistence between machinery or work vehicles and operators within the same workplace can be extremely challenging. However, with proper planning and the right tools, it is possible to achieve the safe interaction of...
Poor, low, or no visibility is a high-risk factor and a frequent cause of workplace accidents. In our previous post we talked about the importance to improve control of spaces where pedestrian and forklifts...
Being able to organise everyday movement in industrial spaces is a fundamental part of achieving better results in terms of occupational safety, reducing risks, and avoiding workplace accidents. That’s why in this post, we...
We continue to incorporate talent and strengthen our team. On this occasion, we welcome Anna. Anna will provide support in the production and purchasing area. She holds a degree in Translation and Interpretation in...
At Claitec we have often witnessed that a significant portion of risks and workplace accidents in industrial companies occur in shared spaces between work vehicles and operators.Collisions, impacts, injuries, and damages are just some...
Warehouses are one of the most important areas in any industry. In a way, they are the neurological centres where workers and machinery converge and where all types of work activity are at its...
The Pedestrian Alert System (PAS) is designed to warn forklift drivers when a person at adjustable distances of 1 to 6.5 meters is detected. It is a unique system with the capacity to distinguish...
Today, May 30, 2023, we are excited to celebrate a significant milestone in Claitec’s history. Exactly 10 years ago, our company took its first steps with a clear vision in mind: to use technology...
We have two exciting new additions to Claitec’s team! Adrià was initially introduced to Claitec as part of his higher degree internship in DAW (Development of Web Applications). However, after the successful completion of...
Today, we would like highlight three of Claitec’s tools which are currently offering great results to our clients in helping improve the safety of their workers in different industries. 1) The VAS system (Safety...
As every year, this April 8th marks World Day for Safety and Health at Work. In 2023 the International Labour Organization (ILO) wants to explore the topic of: a safer and healthier workspace as...
In today’s post we would like to share with our readers the fantastic experience and results that one of our clients is achieving by using the Safeyu plaform-, a solution designed and developed to...
In our continuous search for new and innovative ways to provide helpful solutions for our customers, the team at Claitec has developed a very practical multifunction tag that replaces and unites the tasks performed...
Today we’d like to introduce you to the new Radar Crossing Guard, a device used in conjunction with the Crossing Guard, a system installed at higher levels in warehouses to prevent collisions at intersections....
At Claitec, we are convinced that a product speaks for itself once it is installed and producing positive results in the industrial space for which it has been designed. Claitec’s VAS System has provided...
Needless to say that working at temperatures below zero is one of the most difficult tasks in our industries. We must take care of teams working in such conditions, we must be vigilant of...
The constant flow of personnel, forklifts and other vehicles found in warehouses, factories and product distribution areas generates a very high risk of accidents. People, goods and even buildings can be damaged when...
It is often mistakenly believed that industrial work is inevitably associated with high accident risks at work. Without ignoring the nature of the work in industrial or manufacturing areas and without knowing the...
Narrow aisles are a challenging component of our workspaces. Operations must be agile and efficient in these spaces, and yet, we must never neglect human safety and care. After listening to some of our...
India Warehousing and Logistics Show (IWLS) is the region’s largest and the most successful exhibition where the warehousing and logistics community of western and southern India come together to meet, network and establish business...
When it comes to safety, pedestrian crossings are one of the more challenging areas in our industries. Traffic tends to be intense and, in some cases, neither operators on foot nor forklift drivers take...
In this post we’d like to discuss the particularities and differences of two key spaces in our industries – the common and the individual areas – in relation to our Hazardous Areas System. The...
Many of our industrial spaces often feature a production or work area located under elevated offices, lofts or mezzanine spaces. A particularly risky situation occurs when forklifts travel between the shelves or racks and...
From 8th to 10th November 2022, Dakar hosts the Préventica International Forum. Its 3rd edition is dedicated to Risk Management in Africa for sustainable economic development. A 3-day event to train, get information, meet...
EURO EXPO IndustriMässor is a regional trade fair that since 1977 has been helping companies to build business relationships in different locations in the Nordic countries both in the short and long term within...
We love the fact that we could meet our colleagues Troax GB again in an important event such as Robotics and Automation Exhibition! The leading UK event dedicated to helping end-users source products and technologies to...