Sensors & Transducers


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Reflex light barrier functions without a reflector
October 2017
Wenglor has introduced its latest optical reflex light barrier which functions without a reflector. By simply pressing a key, the barrier detects any object located between itself and any defined background. The ...

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Photoelectric sensors for pulp and paper applications
October 2017, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The paper and pulp industry poses a serious problem for photoelectric sensors. The highly contaminated (dust, dirt and grime) environment and high temperatures make it difficult for the sensors to operate ...

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Intelligent, powerful, precise Ethernet encoders
October 2017, SICK Automation Southern Africa
The latest generation of Ethernet encoders from SICK opens up new opportunities for obtaining measurements in addition to the data related to tracking movements. This new information can be used for effective ...

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Smart sensors for smart factories
October 2017, SICK Automation Southern Africa
Parts of the so-called ‘smart factory’ are already reality, and many processes and functions between information and operations spheres are becoming increasingly coordinated. At the centre of implementing ...

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New approaches to an old objective
September 2017, Senseca
Measuring and regulation technology in the brewing process.

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Low power pressure sensors optimised for IoT
September 2017, Instrotech
Keller, a leading manufacturer of pressure sensors, is at the forefront when it comes to implementing IoT solutions. IoT processes are highly customised and require continuous development. Keller has ...

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Natural gas processing
September 2017, Dupleix Liquid Meters Flow Control (DLM)
Amine gas treating and H2S/CO2 removal.

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Surface mounted isolated current transducers with integrated current conductor
September 2017
LEM has expanded its miniature transducer range for AC and DC isolated current measurement up to 300 kHz with the introduction of the Go series. These new components offer full isolation by integrating ...

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Reliable detection of objects and fill levels
September 2017, Countapulse Controls
Leuze’s range of optoelectronic and inductive sensors, along with capacitive proximity switches, make it possible to engineer a solution for all detection requirements from a single source. These contactless, ...

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Reliable condition monitoring for factory automation
September 2017, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Turck’s IM12-CCM cabinet guard continuously monitors the relevant ambient variables inside control cabinets and protective enclosures. The device detects incorrectly closed doors as well as the exceeding ...

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Humidity measurement in poultry farms
August 2017, Instrotech
Temperature and humidity measurement are required for each stage of the chicken lifecycle.

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Being sensible with sensors in intralogistics
August 2017, Countapulse Controls
There has been much debate in the field of intralogistics around whether classic high bay storage devices or self-driven shuttle systems are the future. Gerry Bryant, managing director of Countapulse ...

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Telco optical fork sensors for packaging applications
August 2017, Gail Norton Instrumentation
Telco’s OFS series consists of self-contained optical fork sensors that are housed in a durable, U-shaped aluminium housing which operates in thru-beam mode. The series is available with a wide variety ...

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Foxboro pH sensors reduce costs and maintenance
August 2017, Digitial Industries - Process Automation Solutions
Traditionally, pH sensors require replacement and are sometimes seen as consumables due to the frequency of change-out in certain applications. Therefore, suppliers are constantly working on developments ...

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Smooth speed regulation with high precision
August 2017, Countapulse Controls
The new Hengstler Acuro AX73 is a class-leading optical encoder that offers smooth speed regulation with high levels of precision. Its compact dimensions make it suitable for installation in areas where ...

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Why use image-based barcode readers?
August 2017, Westplex
Image-based barcode readers are rapidly replacing laser scanners in a wide range of industries including food, beverage, consumer goods, pharmaceutical, and logistics, but when considering a transition ...

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Time of flight technology as standard sensor
August 2017, ifm - South Africa
Ifm electronic’s O5D with time of flight technology (photonic mixer device) combines the following advantages: long range, reliable background suppression, visible laser light and high excess gain. In ...

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Precise object detection under extreme conditions
August 2017, ifm - South Africa
Ultrasonic sensors transmit and receive sound waves in the ultrasonic range. The object to be detected reflects the sound waves and the distance information is determined via time of flight measurement. ...

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Ultrasonic sensor with analog and switching output
August 2017, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Besides the ‘high-end’ line, Turck’s ‘standard’ line of RU ultrasonic sensors is now also available with an analog output. In addition, the new sensor also offers a special switching output with a switching ...

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Sensor and RFID Tag in one
August 2017, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Turck’s HF-RFID/sensor tag records and stores measured values such as temperature and pressure and can be read without contact controls. The sensor tags record and store process values such as temperature ...

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