SectionPneumatic Safety in Robot CellsPublished: DatePublished on ZhilianhaiMeasuresRelease pressure and lock the supply before maintenance.Define gripper behaviour on air loss: hold or release, decided deliberately.Filter and drain the air supply to prevent erratic operation.Secure hoses against wear and whipping.Common hazardsHazardConsequenceNo bleed pointResidual pressure injures maintenance staffLoss of air releases the partDropped workpieceValve failureUnexpected continuous motion