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Enhancing industrial robot safety: the new ISO 10218 standards and their implications

It's been over 10 years since ISO 10218 defined benchmarks for industrial robot safety. In that time, robotics and related technologies have advanced dramatically, transforming workspaces and industrial capabilities.

The new ISO 10218-1:2025 and ISO 10218-2:2025 standards contain the revisions needed for businesses to navigate these changes and prioritize safety.

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Benefit from IDEC's expertise in ISO international safety standards and compliance.

IDEC is a leading company in ISO compliance, having won awards for our contributions to industrial standardization. We participate in the development of ISO standards for industrial robots, machine safety, AGVs/AMRs, and other industrial applications.

Read our white paper to learn more about:

Revisions to the ISO 10218-1 and 10218-2 standards
Collaborative applications for industrial robots working in close proximity to humans
IDEC safety products that can support your compliance with the new standards

Are you missing out?

Falling behind on ISO international safety standards and requirements may lead to legal issues, operational inefficiencies, personal injury and equipment damage.
Quickly adapting to ISO standard revisions and new requirements will keep your business at the forefront of your industry.

Recommended reading for:

ISO 10218-compliant businesses that need to maintain best practices
- ISO 10218-1: for robot manufacturers
- ISO 10218-2: for robot users and systems integrators
ISO/TS 15066-compliant businesses that need to maintain best practices and know where to look next
Businesses using robots in collaborative workspaces

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A sneak peek...

Outline:

Revisions to the ISO 10218 standards
The role of the new standards in industrial applications
How and why ISO/TS 15066 has been integrated with ISO 10218
Industrial robot classifications
Collaborative Robot Application definition and requirements
Protective measures (safety devices) IDEC offers for ISO 10218 compliance

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Related products (IDEC's ISO-compliant safety solutions)

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3-Position Enabling Switches

An essential function to ensure operator safety when working with industrial robots. IDEC's 3-position enabling switches are specifically designed for compliance with ISO 10218.

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XA/XW Emergency Stop Switches

External emergency stop devices that meet the requirements of both ISO 10218 and ISO 13850. Illuminated switches are available, to make the difference between 'active' and 'inactive' even clearer.

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HT3P/HT4P Safety Commander

Tablet holders that transform compatible devices into portable teaching pendants. Their design includes a 3-position enabling switch and an emergency stop switch for full safety compliance.

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SE2L Safety Laser Scanner

Highly effective for collaborative applications that require speed and separation monitoring (SSM). IDEC safety laser scanners can be mounted to AGVs and AMRs to enhance presence detection.