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Radar sensors for outdoors
February 2014, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering has expanded its line of R-GAGE QT50R radar sensors with four new models designed to meet a range of application requirements and weather conditions. They are ideal for collision avoidance ...

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Contactless encoder with increased scanning distance
February 2014, ATI Systems
Leine & Linde’s 2000 series of bearingless encoders for large shafts consists of a rotating ring and a fix scanning unit which detects the speed through contactless scanning. “Our customers like the principle ...

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Robust long-range photocell
February 2014, ifm - South Africa
The newly-developed photoelectric OI Cube sensor from ifm electronic is distinguished by long ranges up to 800 mm for diffuse types and up to 15 m for retro-reflective types. For diffuse type sensors ...

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Combination encoders with added functionality
February 2014, ATI Systems
The latest add-on functionality in Leine & Linde’s 1000 series of combination encoders is the overspeed unit with programmable switching speeds. In heavy duty applications like steel plants it is common ...

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Encapsulated LED area lights
February 2014, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering’s encapsulated LED area lights are designed for use in industrial environments. These powerful, solid-state lights are completely encapsulated in optically clear polyurethane, enhancing ...

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Telco Sensors’ ­diffuse proximity sensor
January 2014, Gail Norton Instrumentation
Telco Sensors’ multifunctional diffuse proximity sensor, the SPP, is a square-type infrared sensor that has a sensing range of 0-5 m adjustable without the use of a reflector, or 0–12 m adjustable with ...

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Transforming the light curtain
January 2014, SICK Automation Southern Africa
Using pattern and object recognition for safer material transfer.

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Banner’s compact photoelectric sensors
January 2014, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering has introduced its next-generation S18-2 compact photoelectric sensor series. These self-contained, DC-operated sensors provide a cost-effective sensing solution for high-volume installations. ...

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Low cost T-slot reed sensors
January 2014, ifm - South Africa
The family of T-slot cylinder sensors from ifm electronic now has a reed element for the AC/DC voltage range up to 120 V. The sensor’s response sensitivity to magnetic field changes is comparable to that ...

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Banner’s LED lights for harsh environments
January 2014, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner Engineering has introduced its new WLC90 and WLC60 heavy-duty LED lights. Designed to withstand high pressure wash down and exposure to oils and coolants, Banner’s heavy-duty lights are ideal for ...

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Increased price-performance ratio for sensors
January 2014, Countapulse Controls
Due to the ongoing pressure caused by the economic crisis, manufacturers continue to seek out cost-effective sensors that have been optimised for simple detection tasks, while functioning reliably in ...

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Pressure sensors for pneumatic applications
January 2014, ifm - South Africa
The compact PQ Series pressure sensors from ifm electronic are designed for pneumatic applications typically found in robotics and material handling applications. They precisely measure the full range ...

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Control the cost of energy
December 2013, Emerson Automation Solutions
Steam trap monitoring using wireless technology.

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Magnetostrictive position sensors for the plastics processing industry
December 2013, ATI Systems
The absolute, linear and non-contact position sensors have had a major influence in the measuring technology of injection moulding and thermoforming machines. At the K 2013, in Düsseldorf, MTS Sensor ...

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New range of sensors for fluid engineering
December 2013
Wenglor has introduced a state-of-the-art sensor range dedicated to fluid engineering. Based on a patented process which is unique in the field of flow sensor technology, it allows the WenglorFluid devices ...

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Alternative to manual UV detection
December 2013, Turck Banner Southern Africa
In large, high-production sawmills where success can be measured in board metres, the price per board is determined by the grade of each individual board. It is essential that every board be properly ...

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Banner’s WLA work lights solve inspection application for global healthcare company
December 2013, Turck Banner Southern Africa
For companies that produce liquid pharmaceutical products, such as those used in syringes and IV bags, it is critical to identify particulates or foreign substances of any size before the products are ...

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Blue QS18 detects amber prescription bottles
December 2013, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Pharmaceutical companies and pharmacies are making a switch from polypropene to polyethylene terephthalate (PETE) bottles for prescription fulfilment. The amber coloured PETE bottles are cost-effective ...

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Extremely tough sensors from Leuze
December 2013, Countapulse Controls
Countapulse Controls reports that the new Leuze cylindrical sensors offer a higher mechanical strength than standard sensors. Engineered for particularly arduous conditions, the Leuze 328 series sensor ...

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Telco Sensors in the plastic ­industry
December 2013, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The plastic industry poses a major problem for most photoelectric sensors. The highly contaminated environments make it difficult for the sensors to operate reliably and efficiently. Telco Sensors overcomes ...

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