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ASS Pte Ltd have installed a trial ZoneSafe gobo Projector System at the SATS SICC2 facility in Singapore. The system has been located at a busy traffic junction adjacent the main storage warehouse entrance/exit.
The equipment has been located to provide an image onto the floor when a vehicle approaches from any of 3 directions.
Each vehicle (stacker and pallet trucks) driver is equipped with a ZoneSafe Tag. When the vehicle/Tag enters the safety zone, the gobo Projector will project an image onto the floor to warn pedestrians that a vehicle is in the vicinity.
SATS will trial the system with a view to installing additional systems at other key locations within the facility.
Eagle Services Singapore has awarded ASS with a 12 Month contract to provide comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Services for the 2 No. Engine Strip and Build Platforms located at their Calshot Road, Singapore facility.
ASS has been performing the PM Services since the Systems went live. Eagle has also engaged ASS to perform additional tasks associated with system improvements.
ASS Pte Ltd have completed the installation of 4 No. ZoneSafe gobo Projector Systems at the Givauden facility in Singapore. Givauden identified the safety aspects/advantages of installing gobo systems at 4 No. key ‘blind’ junctions within the facility. The ZoneSafe gobo Systems each comprise a gobo Projector Device, a ZoneSafe Discovery Unit, and a local Junction Box to harness the equipment, and to provide adequate power supplies.
Each Industrial Vehicle driver carries a ZoneSafe rechargeable RFID Tag. When an industrial vehicle approaches a ‘blind’ junction, the driver’s Tag is detected by the ZoneSafe Discovery Unit. This in turn, activates the gobo Projector which projects an image onto the factory floor.
The image provides personnel, and other vehicle drivers, with a clear understanding that a vehicle is in the near vicinity, and to take caution.
Once a vehicle leaves the safety zone, the gobo image will be switched off.
Givauden have also invested in several rechargeable RFID Tags together with Qi Wireless Charging Devices, and a ZoneSafe Tag Tester Device. The Tag Tester Device allows users to check the battery status of their Tags before entering the workplace.
Further to introducing ZoneSafe Systems to their facilities in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and India, the DSM Nutrition group of companies, have placed an order with ASS Pte Ltd for systems to be implemented at the DSM Nutrition facility in the Philippines.
The Vehicle to Person (V2P), and Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V) Systems, will be self- installed by the DSM Nutrition technical team, with remote assistance from the ASS Pte Ltd technical team based in Singapore.
ASS Pte Ltd have spent some considerable time redesigning the ways in which the ZoneSafe equipment can be mounted to different vehicles with minimal fuss. The equipment can be mounted using a variety of clamps, which eliminates the requirement for permanent fixing to the vehicles structure. This strategy protects the integrity of the vehicle structure.
ASS Pte Ltd have produced a series of ‘Self Install’ Manuals and Documents to assist the installation teams.
DSM Nutrition are a Swiss company with a global footprint, and have recognised the benefits that ZoneSafe provides for the safety of their workers.
Samwoh have become one of ASS Pte Ltd key clients for the implementation of ZoneSafe Systems. Further to installing several Vehicle to Person detection systems to various Excavators, Samwoh requested ASS to relocate some of the ZoneSafe equipment from the existing vehicles to others.
The standard equipment that ASS use to attach and cable ZoneSafe Systems to vehicles means that the transition from one vehicle to another is a straightforward task. Apart from minor parts replacement (damaged/worn parts), the task to relocate systems only involves labour resources.
This a prime example of how flexible ZoneSafe Systems are.
Further to completing the initial implementation of Conveyor Systems and a Warehouse Management System at the Oman Air In-Flight catering Centre, located at the Muscat International Airport, Oman, Galfar Engineering & Contracting SAOG, have awarded Automation Support Services Pte Ltd with a contract to provide remote support for the systems.
The original ASS design team will provide remote support for the systems on a 24 x 7 basis, and also provide assistance to the local Galfar technicians to perform regular Preventive Maintenance tasks.
This is the ‘final’ phase of the handover of the systems from Galfar to the end users, Oman Air Catering (OAC), and ASS are currently in discussions with OAC to provide long term support for the systems.
Further to carrying out a successful trial for a ZoneSafe Vehicle to Person (V2P) System at their Singapore storage facility, Sankyu have awarded ASS Pte Ltd with a project to supply and install a ZoneSafe V2P System to a leased Fork Lift Truck.
This installation will be the next phase of Sankyu’s safety evaluation for personnel working in close proximity to Fork Lift Trucks within the warehouse facility. It is envisaged that a further 9 No. vehicles will have ZoneSafe Systems installed in the near future.
E-Tech Building Services Pte Ltd have awarded Automation Support Services with a contract to provide Project Management, and Installation services, associated with the erection of several Panasonic BocSpace Enclosures/Containers for their client, Shooting Gallery, Singapore.
Panasonic BocSpace is an innovative building structure concept, which involves the erection of factory-made Enclosures/Containers for various clients. The Enclosures/Containers can be for both, indoor or outdoor use, and meet all of the local Singaporean building regulations/requirements.
ASS Pte Ltd will provide an experienced Project Manager/Site Manager, together with experienced/skilled technicians to carry out the following tasks:
- Unload Containers
- Erect Main Structures
- Erect Walls, Ceiling, and Floors
- Install Services for Lighting and Plumbing
This is the first of several projects to be undertaken during 2021.
Further to carrying out a successful trial for a ZoneSafe gobo Projector System at their Singapore manufacturing facility, Givauden have awarded ASS Pte Ltd with a project to supply and install ZoneSafe gobo Systems at 4 No. Busy traffic ‘T’ junctions within the facility.
Each ‘T’ junction will comprise a ZoneSafe Discovery Unit, a gobo Projector and a Junction Box. The systems will be set-up to provide a safety zone of approx. 10 meters around each ‘T’ junction. When an industrial vehicle approaches the ‘T’ junction from any of 3 directions, the gobo Projector will be activated to warn pedestrians and other vehicle users that there is a vehicle approaching.
The gobo Projector provides a clear and rotating image onto the floor surface that is approx. 1.5 meters in diameter.
Singapore Airport Terminal Services (SATS) have awarded Automation Support Services with a 12 Month contract to provide Preventive Maintenance and Call-Out Support Services for the Cart Transport Management System (CTMS), Buffer Management System (BMS), Cart Transport System (CTS) and the Materials Handling System (MHS) at the SICC2 facility Singapore. ASS will perform Quarterly PM checks and provide support cover on a 365day x 24 hour basis.
SAESL has awarded ASS with a 12 Month contract to provide comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Services for the 3 No. Engine Strip and Build Platforms located at their Calshot Road, Singapore facility.
ASS has been performing the PM Services since the Systems went live. SAESL has also engaged ASS to perform additional tasks associated with system improvements.
DSO are the Singapore Armed Forces (MINDEF) research and development arm. DSO used some ZoneSafe Systems to provide safety for personnel whilst testing new equipment/vehicles being developed for the field. The initial results have proven very positive, and as a direct result, DSO have ordered some more Vehicle to Person (V2P) Systems from ASS Pte Ltd.
DSO and their technical team self-install the equipment with guidance from the ASS Pte Ltd technical support team. This proves that the installation of ZoneSafe Systems can be easily installed and commissioned by competent technical staff.
Mixed Emotions….Whilst ASS Pte Ltd are pleased to have been awarded the project to relocate the Engine Assembly Flow Lines from the SATU Singapore facility to the Derby facility, I personally feel very sad to see the demise of what has proved to be a very successful and efficient production system at the SATU facility. It has been a pleasure to work together with many design and production engineers/technicians at the facility over the past 8-9 Years. There are too many to mention individually, however I am eternally grateful for the advice and experience provided. ASS Pte Ltd were involved with the project from the offset as partners to the original UK suppliers of the Flow Lines. We have subsequently provide PM Services/Call-Out Support, and carried out various improvements/modifications to the Lines and associated equipment. The group image was taken to celebrate the 1st Fan Case being produced…the other images show the current dismantling work being undertaken.
We hope that the equipment serves it’s purpose at its new home in Derby. The scope of work being undertaken by ASS Pte Ltd and their partners Alpha Install Ltd and Banelec Ltd includes to dismantle, pack and ship the equipment from Singapore. The equipment will then be reinstated at the Derby facility.
ASS Pte Ltd have installed a gobo Projector System at the Givauden warehouse located in Singapore. The system comprises a ZoneSafe Discovery Unit, which is used to activate the gobo Projector when an industrial vehicle (FLT) enters the busy ‘T’ Junction. The projected image provides any pedestrians in the vicinity with a warning that a vehicle is about to enter the area.
Further to introducing ZoneSafe Systems to their facility in Singapore, the DSM Nutrition group of companies, have placed orders with ASS Pte Ltd for systems to be implemented at the DSM Nutrition facilities in Malaysia, Vietnam and India.
The Vehicle to Person (V2P), and Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V) Systems, will be self- installed by the respective DSM Nutrition technical teams, with remote assistance from the ASS Pte Ltd technical team based in Singapore.
ASS Pte Ltd have spent some considerable time redesigning the ways in which the ZoneSafe equipment can be mounted to different vehicles with minimal fuss. The equipment can be mounted using a variety of clamps, which eliminates the requirement for permanent fixing to the vehicles structure. This strategy protects the integrity of the vehicle structure.
ASS Pte Ltd have produced a series of ‘Self Install’ Manuals and Documents to assist the installation teams.
DSM Nutrition are a Swiss company with a global footprint, and have recognised the benefits that ZoneSafe provides for the safety of their workers.