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Sensor technology in vehicles
January 2009
Increased uptake of sensor technology in automotive applications. Regulatory compliance and increased affordability are driving the adoption of new sensor technology in vehicles. New analysis from global ...

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Sensors for plastic detection
December 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The new BBC capacitive sensor series from Turck has been specifically designed to provide accurate level detection in the plastic industry. The BCC series features excellent EMC and ESD immunity, allowing ...

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Sealed encoders
December 2008, Temperature Controls
The new Magres absolute multiturn encoders contain an hermetic encapsulation for complete protection of the electronics. This unique encapsulation provides an insurmountable protection against fluids ...

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Exact position sensing
December 2008, ifm - South Africa
T-slot sensors for short stroke cylinders. The T-slot cylinder sensors from ifm electronic react extremely sensitively to magnetic fields due to the integrated AMR element. The sensors are particularly ...

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Photoelectric amplifier bus series
December 2008, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The PAB 20 is a 2-channel, multiplexed, photoelectric amplifier which is to be used in conjunction with two sets of remote light transmitters (LT) and light receivers (LR) from the series 100, 110, 120. ...

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Temperature and humidity sensing
November 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Factory calibrated sensors pair with SureCross wireless network. Banner Engineering has introduced the SureCross temperature and humidity sensor, robust instrumentation optimised for use with the company’s ...

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3D laser tyre inspection
November 2008, Associated Technology
Tyre properties are crucial for safety, driving response and comfort in modern automobiles. To ensure constant quality at the highest level 100% inspection of tyres is required in production. Apart from ...

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Intelligent bearings
November 2008, SKF South Africa
SKF supports the evolution of automotive design. “Virtually since the invention of the automobile, SKF have been providing innovative bearing and sealing solutions for engines, transmissions, steering ...

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Thermocouple power sensors
November 2008, Concilium Technologies
Agilent Technologies has introduced new thermocouple power sensors that offer industry-leading dynamic range in average-power measurements. As an enhanced replacement for the Agilent 8480 Series, the ...

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Optical encoders
November 2008, ATI Systems
POSITAL has extended its range with the introduction of OPTOCODE incorporating an Ethernet/IP interface. The units feature an Ertec200-based platform and reach cycle times of less than 10 ms, providing ...

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Plastic detection
November 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The new BCC capacitive sensor series from Turck has been specifically designed to provide accurate level detection in the plastic industry. The BCC series features excellent EMC and ESD immunity, allowing ...

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Intelligent vision solution
November 2008
The Inspector from SICK is a compact, user-friendly and reliable 2D vision sensor for inspecting parts and products in varying orientations and positions. The illumination, image evaluation and Ethernet ...

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Millimetre accuracy
November 2008
The DT20 Hi distance sensor range from SICK offers devices for measurement ranges up to 1 metre, high accuracy for precise measurement tasks and reliability even with glossy object surfaces. The sensors ...

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Precise analog sensors
November 2008, ifm - South Africa
ifm electronic has released a new range of analog inductive proximity sensors with a precise linear output signal. The sensors are designed for use in factory automation where distances up to 26 mm are ...

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Compact vibration sensors
November 2008, Temperature Controls
Temperature Controls has introduced the HS130 series of miniature vibration sensors for use on rotating machinery in the production and process industries. These compact devices feature a small body ...

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Safeguarding the plant
November 2008, Temperature Controls
Temperature Controls has expanded its range of vibration modules and industrial vibration sensors to provide users with more effective on-line protection systems in a wider choice of configurations. ...

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Clear water sensors
October 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Banner WORLD-BEAM QS30 water sensors solve challenging liquid applications in clear, frosted or coloured containers. Banner Engineering’s opposed mode water sensors provide an innovative solution for ...

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Do not chance an overflow!
October 2008
You cannot rely on mechanical devices like floats. If you are serious about spill prevention, you have to eliminate devices that are bound to fail. Even if your primary control fails (RTU/PLC), the high ...

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In the best possible light
October 2008, ATI Systems
Magnetic rotary encoders optimise alternative energy generation. Sensors are increasingly used in alternative energy generation to improve efficiency. In solar energy applications, for instance, solar ...

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Prevent catastrophic failure
October 2008, R&C Instrumentation
The value of vibration measurement. Many processes are shut down on routine basis for visual inspection of the machinery, whether or not anything is amiss. Routine analysis of vibration allows maintenance ...

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