SICK, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems and automatic identification products for industrial applications, today announced it has launched its Pick2Light bin control system - a low-cost, easy-to-integrate solution for assembly and picking applications.

The Pick2Light system from SICK offers reliable hand detection and a 360-degree visible job LED. This single-sided retro-reflective light grid cuts parts and labor costs in half due to its external t-slot frame mounting feature. Each bin only requires one light grid. The external mounting configuration also cuts down on damage caused by workers when removing parts or inserting bins - and it doesn't restrict bin size. In addition, the Pick2Light also has a rugged metal housing and is simple to install and easy to adjust.

Additional features include five different available sensor heights – from 120 mm to 420 mm, for maximum flexibility, depending on bin contents. It is also protected from reflections and ambient light, and offers a range up to 2 meters.