Area scanner systems are advanced safety and detection solutions used in industrial facilities to ensure safe human–machine interaction, monitor hazardous zones, and prevent workplace accidents. In today’s industrial environments, the increasing need to work alongside robots, autonomous systems, conveyor lines, and high-speed machines has pushed occupational safety approaches beyond traditional physical barriers. At this point, area scanners have become one of the core components of a dynamic and intelligent safety concept.

Traditional safety solutions are limited to fixed cages, mechanical barriers, and basic sensors. However, these solutions are often insufficient for flexible production structures and variable processes. Area scanner systems use laser-based detection technologies to scan wide areas, detect moving objects, and identify potential hazards in real time. This ensures both employee safety and the preservation of production efficiency.

At Körfeztek Teknoloji, we consider area scanner systems not merely as safety equipment, but as an integrated part of machine safety, production automation, and the digital factory concept. We provide fully standards-compliant, process-specific, and scalable area scanner solutions.

What Is an Area Scanner?
An area scanner is a system that typically uses laser scanning (LiDAR) technology to continuously monitor a defined area and generate safety or control signals by detecting objects within that area. When a person or object enters a predefined safety zone, the area scanner automatically sends a warning or stop command to the system.

The main functions of area scanner systems include:

Monitoring hazardous areas

Detecting the presence of people and vehicles

Safely stopping machines and robots

Preventing collision and crushing risks

The Importance of Area Scanner Systems in Industry
A significant portion of industrial accidents results from interaction between humans and machines. Robotic cells, AGV/AMR systems, and high-speed production lines pose serious risks if adequate safety measures are not in place.

The main advantages area scanner systems provide to businesses are:

Prevention of workplace accidents

Increased employee safety

Protection of machines and equipment

Ensuring production continuity

Reduced need for physical barriers

Flexible and dynamic safety zones

These advantages make area scanners an indispensable element of modern machine safety solutions.

Application Areas of Area Scanner Systems
Area scanner systems are actively used in many industrial applications.

Main application areas include:

Robotic production cells

Conveyor and transfer lines

AGV and AMR (autonomous vehicle) systems

Press and cutting machines

Packaging and palletizing lines

Warehousing and intralogistics areas

Loading and unloading zones

Each application is configured specifically according to risk analysis and process structure.

Operating Principle of Area Scanner Systems
Area scanners detect surrounding objects by emitting laser beams. By analyzing the return time and angle of the reflected signals, the position of the object is determined. In this way, both moving and stationary objects within the scanned area are detected with high precision.

The system generally operates as follows:

The scanning area is defined

Safety zones are created

The area is continuously monitored

Zone violations are detected

A signal is sent to the PLC or safety relay

The machine is stopped or slowed down

Safety Zones and Area Definition
One of the most important features of area scanner systems is the ability to create multiple safety zones.

Commonly used zone types include:

Warning Zone: Generates a warning when an object is detected

Protective Zone: Stops the machine in case of violation

Slow-Down Zone: Reduces speed to allow safe approach

These zones can be dynamically adjusted according to production scenarios.

Types of Area Scanners
Area scanners are categorized into different types based on their purpose and safety level.

Safety Area Scanners
Certified with SIL and PL levels, used for human safety applications.

Industrial Area Scanners
Used for detection and monitoring purposes where safety certification is not required.

Area Scanners for Mobile Systems
Used in AGV and AMR systems for collision avoidance.

Main Components of Area Scanner Systems
An effective area scanner system requires the harmonious operation of hardware and software components.

Laser Scanner Unit
The main sensor component that scans the area.

Control and Evaluation Unit
Analyzes detected data and generates decisions.

PLC / Safety PLC Integration
Provides communication with machine control systems.

Configuration and Monitoring Software
Used for area definition, zone settings, and testing.

Integration with Machine Safety
Area scanner systems must be designed and implemented in compliance with machine safety standards.

In this context, standards such as:

EN ISO 13849

IEC 61508

EN 62061

are taken into consideration. Körfeztek Teknoloji delivers area scanner solutions together with risk analysis and a comprehensive safety concept.

Area Scanners and Robot Safety
In robotic cells, area scanners enable robots to work safely alongside humans. When a person approaches the cell, the robot’s speed is reduced or it is completely stopped.

This allows:

Reduced need for physical cages

Increased cell accessibility

Enhanced production flexibility

Area Scanners in AGV and AMR Systems
In autonomous vehicle systems, area scanners play a critical role in collision avoidance and safe navigation.

These systems provide:

Pedestrian and vehicle detection

Dynamic route safety

Speed control

Efficiency and Operational Advantages
Area scanner systems offer not only safety, but also operational efficiency.

Key benefits include:

Reduction of unnecessary stoppages

Smoother production flow

Flexible line design

Faster intervention and response

Digitalization and Industry 4.0
Area scanner systems can also be used as data sources in digital factory and Industry 4.0 projects.

In this scope:

Event and violation records

Area utilization analyses

Safety performance reports

can be generated.

Project Management and Commissioning
Area scanner projects require expertise and disciplined execution.

In these projects, Körfeztek Teknoloji meticulously implements the following steps:

Risk analysis and safety concept

Selection of appropriate area scanners

Mechanical and electrical integration

PLC and safety system integration

Testing, validation, and training

After-Sales Support and Continuity
The reliability of area scanner systems is ensured through regular maintenance and inspections.

Provided services include:

Periodic testing and validation

Configuration updates

Technical support and consultancy

Safety audit support

Future Trends in Area Scanner Systems
AI-supported detection, 3D area scanning, intelligent safety zones, and autonomous system integrations are shaping the future of area scanner technologies. Systems are evolving into safety solutions that not only detect, but also predict and adapt.

Why Körfeztek Teknoloji?
The main reasons to choose Körfeztek Teknoloji for area scanner systems include:

Expertise in machine safety and automation

Strong knowledge of risk analysis and safety standards

Process-specific engineering solutions

PLC and safety system integration

Strong project management

Long-term partnership approach

Körfeztek Teknoloji is not merely a supplier of equipment in area scanner systems, but a strategic solution partner that designs safe production environments.

Conclusion
Area scanner systems are one of the fundamental building blocks of occupational safety, production flexibility, and operational continuity in modern industrial facilities. Properly designed and machine-safety-integrated area scanner solutions protect employees while supporting production efficiency.

With its comprehensive solutions in the field of area scanner systems, Körfeztek Teknoloji strengthens safe and intelligent production infrastructures. To control hazardous areas and create safe production environments, you can benefit from Körfeztek Teknoloji’s expertise.