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Cognex introduces new vision ­sensor
March 2016, Westplex
Cognex Corporation has launched the new In-Sight 2000 series, a product line that combines the power of its industry-leading In-Sight vision systems with the simplicity and affordability of a vision sensor. Ideal ...

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Self-contained ­photoelectric sensors for harsh environments
March 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering has introduced the new M18-4 self-contained photo­electric sensors in a robust IP69K-rated 316 stainless steel package. These heavy-duty 18 mm metal barrel sensors are ideal for harsh ...

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Successful machine vision ­inspection
March 2016, Westplex
Industrial production of goods is subject to strong competition today. Successful manufacturing companies have a high degree of mechanisation, increasing quality standards, increasing manufacturing speeds, ...

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Stainless steel safety hinge solution
March 2016, Countapulse Controls
The Leuze S420 safety hinge switch unites the safety switch and door hinge functions in a single component. This stainless steel safety hinge switch offers an ideal solution for mechanically and hygienically ...

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Wire-actuated encoder with four metre measuring length
March 2016, Instrotech
Instrotech has announced the local launch of Siko’s new wire-actuated encoder SG42, with a robust design and redundant sensor system for measuring 4000 mm length. Functional safety is a term on everyone’s ...

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Rotational speed monitoring and standstill detection
March 2016, ifm - South Africa
ifm electronics’ new rotational speed evaluation systems DD0203 and DD0296 supply the basic functions of rotational speed monitoring and standstill detection by means of external pulse pick-up. All ...

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More protection for temperature sensors
March 2016, ifm - South Africa
Aggressive media, high pressures and flow velocity make the use of thermo wells necessary to protect temperature sensors and make it possible to replace them during operations. ifm electronics’ thermo ...

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Automated 3D object detection and measurement
February 2016, Countapulse Controls
Due to the size and shape of items on many automated packaging lines, it is necessary to measure boxes and components in a 3D format as they progress through the system. According to Gerry Bryant, managing ...

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Laser sensor ideal for fill level applications
February 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The Q4X laser distance sensor from Banner Engineering is now available with dual discrete outputs and IO-Link configuration. Dual discrete outputs enable the Q4X to solve challenging fill level, high/low ...

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Robust two-axis tilt angle sensors with enhanced shock compensation
February 2016, Mecosa
Sensor specialist FSG has developed a tilt angle sensor based on MEMS technology (micro-electromechanical measuring systems) that monitors the inclination of construction machinery in rugged environments. ...

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A smarter 3D sensor
February 2016, ifm - South Africa
The mining environment presents some of the harshest working conditions, from extreme temperatures to dust, wind, rain, floods and exposure to sunlight. However, with mobile machines and vehicles playing ...

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Radar dual-zone sensor provides superior detection of moving and stationary targets
February 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering’s new frequency modulated continuous wave (FMCW) radar sensor provides reliable detection of moving or stationary objects. Featuring a very narrow 11 by 13 degree beam pattern, the ...

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Discrete fibre amplifier with ­extended range sensing capability
February 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering has introduced its DF-G3 discrete long-range fibre amplifier with dual digital displays for use with plastic and glass fibre optic assemblies. Featuring increased sensing power, the ...

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Banner Engineering’s rugged LED strip lights solve tough lighting applications in harsh environments
February 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering has released the WLS27 LED strip light. Featuring a durable aluminium internal structure and shatterproof, UV-stabilised, polycarbonate shell, the lights are ideal for harsh indoor ...

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IO-Link capable uprox3 sensors
February 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Turck has introduced its flagship uprox3 sensor in an IO-Link-capable version. The intelligent interface makes the factor 1 inductive proximity switch a universal sensor that can be parameterised to suit ...

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Latest vision sensors for process inspection and quality control
February 2016
An example of this technology is the IV series vision sensor from Keyence of Japan. The series is programmed with customised parameters that correlate, for example, with the material thickness or the ...

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Contactless IO-Link encoder
February 2016, Turck Banner Southern Africa
At the SPS IPC Drives fair, Turck showcased its first fully contactless encoder which outputs its measured value via IO-Link. This makes the QR24-IOL an inexpensive alternative to encoders with an analog ...

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Photoelectric sensors – now even more powerful
February 2016, ifm - South Africa
In applications where space is limited and high precision is required, the new generation of compact O7 photoelectric sensors from ifm electronic come into play. The precise background suppression is ...

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Linear position sensor for mobile hydraulics
February 2018, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Turck has added the robust LTE for direct integration in hydraulic cylinders to its portfolio of linear position sensors. The magnetostrictive sensor can withstand shocks of up to 100 g and the vibrations ...

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More than just an encoder
January 2016, ifm - South Africa
The new encoders from ifm electronic offer a real alternative to traditional photoelectric encoders. This is a result of their magnetic operating principle, in combination with unique signal evaluation ...

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