Micro-Epsilon: Fiber optic sensors can be applied in automation and metrology under circumstances for which optical standard components are not suitable. High temperatures, restricted installation space, or poorly accessible mounting situations...
Micro-Epsilon has launched a new color sensor for the colorCONTROL ACS7000 spectral measurement system, which is ideal for processes that require standardized color measurement. The ACS1 standard sensor as well as the ACS2 circular sensor are...
maxon motor: The maxon motor Group was able to maintain its revenue level during the 2013 business year, in spite of the strong Swiss franc, the weak development of the economy in some areas and commodity prices that remained high. The revenue...
Cognex Corporation announced the Checker® 4G7C, an easy-to-use color vision sensor that distinguishes parts by color. “The Checker 4G7C makes verifying product color easier than ever,” says Brian Nachtigall, Senior Manager and Business Unit...
PI Ceramic (PIC) successfully launches a new piezo material in OEM high-power ultrasound applications. The ceramic material PIC184 is based on modified lead zirconate titanate (PZT) and is one of the ferro-electrically hard piezo materials.
Leuze electronic: This year's key-note topic at CeMAT – "Smart, Integrated, Efficient" – suited Leuze electronic down to the ground. Highlights of the show included the very latest safety light curtains in the MLC 500 series, the outstandingly...
Micro-Epsilon: Endoscopes from Micro-Epsilon Eltrotec are renowned for their high quality. The proven ELTROTEC MKF-D endoscope with swing-prism is now also available with a diameter of 4.3mm. The swing-prism provides a variable viewing range of...
Novotechnik introduces the PTP Series of open housing position sensors. These cost effective sensors are designed to be integrated into applications where they can be mounted in enclosed devices. Custom wiper interfaces are available. PTP Series...
Pilz GmbH & Co. KG: The automation company Pilz marked the start of building work for its own production site in China with an official ground-breaking ceremony. The new plant will be built in Jintan (Jiangsu province). This...
Sensirion: As part of continuing Northern Europe sales expansion, Sensirion has appointed a dedicated Area Sales Manager, David Boylan, for the UK and Ireland. The move is aimed at strengthening the leading sensor manufacturer’s posi-tion in a...
Micro-Epsilon: The eddyNCDT 3001 is a cost-effective eddy current sensor with housing that has to date only been reserved for inductive sensors and proximity sensors. This compact sensor comes with integrated electronics including temperature...
Micro-Epsilon: The new boreCONTROL LAB measurement system detects the diameters of cylindrical inside geometries. The micrometer-precise system can also be used for surface assessment and defect detection. boreCONTROL LAB is a benchtop device...
Sherborne Sensors: The LSOC was developed in the 1980s. At that time, there were far fewer electronic instruments. Instead, mechanical inclinometers would be employed to accurately measure inclined surfaces. These were fine up to a point, and...
Pilz GmbH & Co. KG: The proven operating mode selector switch PITmode from Pilz is now available in a new design, with optional pictograms for machine tools. The use of standard symbols makes it ideal for international use....
Micro-Epsilon: In order to minimise positioning errors in machine tools, the eddy current sensor SGS 4701 measures the thermal extension of high-frequency spindles. The spindle is at the heart of a machine tool and so plays a decisive role in the...
Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, announced a new series of semi-shielded power inductors. The semi-shielded SRN model series combines the features of non-shielded and shielded inductors, making them...
Sensirion: According to the latest survey results from Universum, Sensirion is one of the most popular employers among technical and science graduates. The company’s excellent reputation is founded on its strong corporate culture and unique mix...
Physik Instrumente (PI): The PI Group develops, produces and provides integration of positioning systems, including commissioning of complete endstations for experiments on beamlines. Research into ever smaller particles and structures uses...
Leuze electronic: RK46C-VarOS variable object sensor scores with two adjustable sensitivity levels levels and automatic sensitivity readjustment. The RK46C-VarOS object sensor is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor which, unlike normal sensors...
Sensirion: The Swiss sensor manufacturer Sensirion is showing its new digital mass flow controller, suitable for diverse applications in the industrial and medical technology sectors, at the Semicon West trade show in the USA. The new SFC5000...
Leuze electronic: The LRS 36 switching light section sensor from Leuze electronic can now be conveniently taught directly on the device with a new teach function. The three standard applications of the LRS 36 teach as area scanner, as area scanner...
HBM has developed an encapsulated strain gauge with four stranded connection wires which offers completely new possibilities due to its sturdiness, simple installation and high precision. High mechanical protection of the strain gauge (SG) is an...
LCM Systems: A new, comprehensive and informative website for engineers requiring details on load cells and associated instrumentation has been launched by UK manufacturer LCM Systems. As well as including information on its comprehensive range of...
E+E Elektronik: At this year's Sensor+Test, Austrian sensor specialist E+E Elektronik will be demonstrating their full innovative powers with a whole range of new products for industry, HVAC and OEM applications. The range of new developments...
Micro-Epsilon: Equipped with the new circular sensor, the colorCONTROL ACS7000 spectral color measurement system performs high precision inline color measurements on structured, highly reflective and lustrous metallic surfaces.
Physik Instrumente (PI): The new H-850KMLD Hexapod from PI (Physik Instrumente) offers highly precise positioning for applications with limited installation space. The 6-axis system achieves a minimum incremental motion of 1 µm over a 100 mm...
Sensonor: Unmanned aerial vehicles or UAV's has now reached critical momentum, and we are seeing a major commercialization of many projects and applications. Size, performance and robustness are key success factors in the UAV segment. ...
Gems Sensors & Controls: A new white paper available from Gems Sensors & Controls reminds design engineers that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. In the world of power generators, especially where they are an integral part of...
Heimann Sensor added another model to its family of infrared arrays. The new array with 82x62 elements and high thermal resolution broadens up the existing portfolio of thermopile arrays with 8x8, 16x4 and 32x31 elements. Two different optics can...
Bourns, Inc. announced that it has again been honored with TTI’s Supplier Excellence Award at the Platinum Level for its Americas, European and Asia operations. Bourns’ European operations also received TTI’s Diamond Award for the highest...
