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Association For Advancing Automation Releases New Safety Standard

A3's new standard provides safety guidelines for industrial mobile robot users, covering daily operations and risk management. This standard is now available for purchase.

Original reporting · ishn.com

Original: “New R15.08 Part 3 Safety Standard for Industrial Mobile Robot Users Now Available”

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New R15.08 Part 3 Safety Standard for Industrial Mobile Robot Users Now Available
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Key points from ISHN’s report

  • The Association for Advancing Automation has released a new safety standard for industrial mobile robots.
  • The standard focuses on the safe use of industrial mobile robots in daily operations.
  • The standard is part of a three-part series covering the entire lifecycle of an industrial mobile robot application.
  • The standard provides a framework for managing risk and ensuring safe use of industrial mobile robots.
  • The standard is available for purchase through the Association for Advancing Automation's online store.

The Association for Advancing Automation has announced the release of a new safety standard for industrial mobile robots. This standard is the final part of a three-part series focused on safety requirements. According to ISHN, the standard is now available for purchase as a PDF download.

The new standard focuses on the responsibilities of users who operate industrial mobile robots in the workplace. It outlines the necessary steps to ensure safe operation of these robots during daily use. This includes assessing potential risks and taking steps to mitigate them.

The complete series of safety standards covers the entire lifecycle of an industrial mobile robot application. This includes safety requirements for the robots themselves, as well as the systems and applications they are used in. The standards also cover the safe use of these robots in daily operations.

The latest standard was developed in conjunction with an existing standard for industrial robot safety. This ensures that users of both fixed and mobile robots have consistent guidance on safe operation. The standard provides a framework for managing risk and ensuring safe use of industrial mobile robots.

The Association for Advancing Automation is making the new standard available for purchase through its online store. Users can buy the standard as a individual PDF download or as part of a bundle with the other two parts of the series. This provides flexibility for professionals who need access to these safety guidelines.

In addition to releasing the new standard, the Association for Advancing Automation also hosts several industry-leading events. These events include the International Robot Safety Conference, the A3 Business Forum, and Automate. ISHN reported that these events will take place in various locations across the US in the coming months.

The release of the new safety standard is an important development for the industry. It provides much-needed guidance on the safe use of industrial mobile robots and helps to ensure that users can operate these robots safely and effectively. The standard is an important resource for professionals working with industrial mobile robots.

Questions and answers

What is the new safety standard for industrial mobile robots?

The new standard is ANSI/A3 R15.08-3-2026, which focuses on the safe use of industrial mobile robots in daily operations.

Where can I purchase the new safety standard?

The standard is available for purchase as a PDF download through the Association for Advancing Automation's online store.

What events does the Association for Advancing Automation host?

The Association for Advancing Automation hosts several industry-leading events, including the International Robot Safety Conference, the A3 Business Forum, and Automate.

Read the full story at ISHN More from Thursday, October 29, 2026’s edition