Abstract: A proximity switch for detecting a target in proximity with the proximity switch as a wireless transmitter for transmitting a first pulsed signal having a first carrier frequency to the target. The proximity switch also includes a wireless receiver for receiving a second pulsed signal having a second carrier frequency different from the first carrier frequency from the target. The proximity switch has a controller for providing an output indicative of whether a predetermined correspondence is satisfied between the first and second pulsed signals.

Abstract: A safety device for control of working apparatuses, e.g. presses, for which start and operation modes depend on essentially simultaneous activation of two separate operating devices, which are each controlled by the respective hands of the operator. Each operating device consists of two separate push buttons. The push buttons are arranged in a housing at a mutual distance from each other, which requires a two-hand operation, e.g. with at least two fingers. The push buttons are situated at a distance from each other.

Abstract: A safety relay for supervising and ensuring safe operation of a machine industrial process and corresponding safety devices and actuators. The safety relay has at least one input, which is monitored for short circuits and open circuits, for connection to said safety devices and actuators, at least one output for connection to said machine or process, one or more than one stop relay for maintaining and interrupting, respectively, the connection to said machine or process depending on a momentary status of said safety devices and actuators, and a reset circuit with at least one capacitor and a reset input. The capacitor receives and stores electrical energy in a first state, while discharging the electrical energy in a second state for resetting the safety relay to a normal state of operation.