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Oil resistant ultrasonic sensors

SNT Sensortechnik AG: Ultrasonic transducers are the heart of ultrasonic sensors. They are basically a microphone and speaker for high-frequency sound waves. As with audio speakers the diaphragm should be able to move freely. On an ultrasonic...

2012-05-14

Powerful R2000 laser scanner

Pepperl+Fuchs: Not all time-of-flight measurements are the same. On the basis of pulse ranging technology (PRT) developed by Pepperl+Fuchs, a new, innovative laser scanner has been produced that impressively demonstrates the advantages of this...

2012-05-14

Presses: Long-term economy and safety

Pilz: At the Hannover Messe Industrie 2012, Pilz was exhibiting solutions for safety-related equipment, retrofits and safe operation of presses. With the safe electronic rotary cam arrangement in the automation system PSS 4000 from Pilz, users can...

2012-04-21

Ultrasonic sensors in the food industry

SNT Sensortechnik AG: In meat processing plants stringent requirements prevail regarding hygiene. Doors should therefore only be operated by non-contact switches. The ultrasonic sensor with relay output type UPY is ideally suited for that. It is...

2012-04-14

Ultrasonic sensors – life without them is unimaginable ...

microsonic GmbH: Ultrasonic sensors have set new standards in automation technology. In particular in the paper, printing and packaging industries, they have become essential. These industries often use materials whose particular properties...

2012-04-13

Innovation for the beverage industry

Baumer: Sensor manufacturer Baumer is presenting a real attention-grabber for the beverage industry at the Brau Beviale fair -- SmartReflect, the first light barrier that operates without a reflector and recognizes all types of beverage packaging,...

2012-03-25

Install photoelectric sensors more efficiently

Leuze electronic: With the "omni-mount" from Leuze electronic, photoelectric sensors can be mounted and adjusted quicker and more easily. In addition to the tried and tested M18 hole mounting performed by Universal photoelectric sensors, Leuze...

2012-02-19

Ultrasound in the animal world

SNT Sensortechnik AG: Our distance and proximity sensors work with the ultrasound principle. We use ultrasonic frequencies, i.e. frequencies above 20kHz, as these are rare in nature and thus the sensors are not disturbed. Moreover, man hears no...

2012-02-14

May I introduce myself: pico+ - the upgrade!

microsonic GmbH: The pico+ ultrasonic sensors are the smallest cylindrical sensors in microsonic's product line. They are now available in four ranges, with a measurement range from 20 mm up to 1.3 m. With three different output signals, this...

2012-02-13

Switching light-section sensor – now with integrated ...

Leuze electronic: Efficient data exchange via PROFIBUS-DP expands the functionality of the LRS switching light-section sensor from Leuze electronic. In up to 16 detection windows with logical linking option, up to 16 inspection tasks can be...

2011-11-19

Space-saving and flexible capacitive sensor for reliable ...

Baumer launches the new CFDK 25 capacitive sensor for the reliable detection of arbitrary objects in confined spaces. The sensor is characterized by its very flat housing and versatile mounting options. The very flat housing design with a height...

2011-10-26

GLSK laser fork light barrier

Balluff STM GmbH: Conventional laser fork sensors achieve their high object resolution only with the aid of apertures in front of the transmitter and receiver which reduce the dimensions of the collimated laser beam. Due to this design, the...

2011-10-15

Ultrasonic sensors in road and tunnel construction

SNT Sensortechnik AG: During the construction of major highway and railway projects, particularly in tunnel construction, huge quantities of excavation occur. When the mining takes years, it is worth to use giant conveyor belt systems. Such...

2011-10-14

Ultrasonic sensors detect pallets

SNT Sensortechnik AG: Pallets are loaded in automated systems, packaged and taken to the dispatch. In this example they are charged with construction panels. The pallets are supported on rollers. Their position has to be detected properly in front...

2011-09-14

Ultrasonic sensor for highly transparent objects

Baumer: With a response time of merely 1.3 ms, the new ultrasonic sensor UNAM 12 is the world’s fastest and comes very close to a photoelectric sensor. Twenty times faster than conventional ultrasonic sensors it is destined for highly dynamic...

2011-07-26

Ultrasonic sensors assist in packing of fresh flowers

SNT Sensortechnik AG: Fresh cut flowers that are shipped internationally in large quantities, must be fresh, but still efficiently processed and packaged very gently. In this flower-packing machine it has to be detected when a bunch of flowers is...

2011-07-14

Stainless Steel Ultrasonic Sensor

Pepperl+Fuchs: The new UMC3000 raises ultrasonic sensor performance in harsh environments to a whole new level. The unit’s seamless, 100 % stainless steel housing and chemically resistant cable system enable ultrasonic monitoring and control in...

2011-07-14

Optimal light spots for every application

Leuze electronic has designed the new HRTR 25B-S reflection light scanner with focussed light spot optimally for the detection of glossy surfaces – and equipped the HRTR 25B-XL scanner with an extra large light spot for positioning tasks at the...

2011-06-19

New functions in the 3B sensor series

Leuze electronic: The functions of the 3B compact series from Leuze electronic have been extended to include the HRTR 3B-V and HRTL 3B reflection light scanners. In the 3B series from Leuze electronic, users will find the smallest reflection light...

2011-06-19

SmartReflect light barriers for transparency detection

Baumer: For the detection of transparent packaging materials, such as foils, trays and bottles as used in the food and beverage packaging industry, Baumer launches new light barriers without reflector. The SmartReflect light barriers guarantee...

2011-05-26

Safe proximity switch PSENini from Pilz expands the ...

Pilz has now added the safe proximity switch PSENini to its safe sensor technology portfolio. PSENini detects the approach of metallic objects without using contacts. Safe detection is provided even on multiple position applications - with long...

2011-05-21

Inductive switches in new cubic designs

Leuze electronic: The new IS 240 and IS 244 sensor variants from Leuze electronic impress in particular with their wide scanning ranges and very simple mounting and alignment. With the IS 240 and IS 244 inductive switches, Leuze electronic is...

2011-05-19

Coded magnetic safety systems

Leuze electronic: With coded magnetic sensors and evaluation units, Leuze electronic offers special safety systems for extremely rough environments. The coded magnetic safety system is intended for guards and, thanks to the closed design and the...

2011-05-19

LGS series light grids – Touch it, save it

Pepperl+Fuchs: The new LGS series light grids from Pepperl+Fuchs, which stand out due to their slim housing profile and control unit already integrated into the receiver module, are particularly suitable for standard tasks in warehousing and...

2011-05-14

Ultrasonic sensors: A comprehensive solution for ...

microsonic GmbH: The new microsonic product catalogue is now available! Today, microsonic is a globally recognised specialist in ultrasonic sensors for applications in industrial automation technology and industrial vehicles. The new product...

2011-05-13

Inductive M12 sensor measures contact-free with ...

Baumer: The resolution of Baumer’s IPRM 12 inductive sensor has been significantly improved. The sensor now measures with a resoution of up to 4 nm, which is to date unmatched in its class. With this performance it constitutes the ideal solution...

2011-04-25

Capacitive Sensor Of RECHNER’s 26 Series With Remote ...

Rechner Sensors: The 26 series capacitive sensors from RECHNER was originally designed to cope with the problems of very adhesive products. It turns out that these sensors have excellent characteristics for general use in level control. Typically...

2011-04-16

Sensors for the food industry

Pepperl+Fuchs now manufactures sensors for the food industry that more than satisfy the demanding requirements for cleanliness and hygiene in this sector – in three different technologies. Ultrasonic, inductive and optical sensors. All machines...

2011-04-14

SmartReflect – As reliable as a light barrier ...

Baumer launches photoelectric sensors with the new SmartReflect technology for absolutely reliable object detection. These light barriers recognize objects of any kind and do not require a separate reflector or receiver. The surest type of object...

2011-03-26

The newest generation of IO-Link sensors

Leuze electronic: With the HRTR 46B TEACH, Leuze electronic has developed a new sensor which enables electronic adjustment via teach in and IO-Link and thus configuration and diagnostics in the process. Scanning ranges and corresponding parameters...

2011-02-19

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