Long-range laser distance sensors August 2022 As a result of intensive R&D, these transit time sensors emit very short light pulses in the nanosecond range, with signals that are statistically evaluated to determine the distance to the object.
Sensors train many eyes on FMCGs August 2022, VEGA Controls SA, Editor's Choice Profit margins on consumer goods are small, which makes it all the more important for producers to have smooth, efficient operating processes.
Ultrasonic sensors enable automatic stacking turf harvester August 2022, Instrotech The AutoStack, and now the AutoStack II, use an automated Ultra Steer system to guide the harvester with precision while the operator watches over all aspects of the harvesting process.
Condition monitoring sensor with IO-Link July 2022, Turck Banner Southern Africa Continuously records humidity and temperature in production and storage areas, and outputs the values via IO-Link or as a switching signal.
2D/3D profile sensor for weld seam tracking July 2022 Supporting software can evaluate two- and three-dimensional data from smart cameras, vision systems, profile sensors and IPCs with profile sensors.
Fibre-optic position sensor July 2022, ifm - South Africa With ifm’s new OCF sensor, fingernails and DIN-rails will remain intact during assembly and disassembly, and screwdrivers can stay in the toolbox.
Standard-compliant differential current transformer June 2022, Beckhoff Automation The SCT5564 can be used as a residual current monitor and can measure DC and AC residual currents with up to 100 kHz frequency in the 0 to 2 A range.
Ultrasonic distance sensor May 2022 Wenglor’s new ultrasonic distance sensors combine low installation depth and easy integration of the sensor with tried and tested ultrasonic technology, setting new standards in terms of range and integration options.
Grist for the mill May 2022, Turck Banner Southern Africa, Editor's Choice To meet the requirements of Swiss company Bühler with regard to its MHSA grain huller, Turck certified its contactless Li linear position sensor for use in the Ex area. Thanks to its contactless operating principle, the robust sensors are both maintenance-free and wear-free. They offer an impressive performance due to their optimum reproducibility, resolution and linearity over a large temperature range.
Ex-rated strain gauge transducer May 2022, Turck Banner Southern Africa Turck Banner's IMX12-SG for force measurement applications in hazardous areas achieves response times below 10 ms and can be used as a repeater or signal converter.
Concentration measurement with process sensors April 2022
To run chemical reactions in an optimal range and to control product quality, online concentration measurement is required. This ensures a fast intervention in case of concentration variation during ...
Universal code reader for optimal reliability April 2022, Pepperl+Fuchs Camera-based code readers have already proven their worth in reading detailed data for automated processes, with the adaptability to suit many tasks.
Working hand in hand to meet automotive OEMs’ strict requirements April 2022, Turck Banner Southern Africa, System Integration & Control Systems Design The LASE Group, producer of machines and assembly cells for the automotive industry, places trust in its close collaboration with Turck Multiprox.
2D vision sensor April 2022, ifm - South Africa Thanks to its integrated daylight filter, ifm’s new Dualis is highly resistant to extraneous light and boasts powerful algorithms to meet demanding requirements.
3D machine vision camera gives robots human eyesight March 2022, SICK Automation Southern Africa The camera integrates easily into existing systems using system integration software, and features easily configurable input and output functionality.
Draw-wire mechanisms for encoders March 2022, ifm - South Africa Adverse effects on distance detection, for example those caused by dirt in the case of optical distance measurement, are mostly eliminated.
Position sensor for hydraulic cylinders March 2022, Instrotech SIKO’s SGH10 draw-wire encoder measures cylinder stroke precisely using Bowden cable sensor technology installed directly in the cylinder.
Load sensor for weighing, level control, stress and fatigue monitoring March 2022, Instrotech Vishay’s Model 178 extensometer is a load sensor designed for force measurement on any load-bearing structure, comprising a total solution for weighing, level control, stress and fatigue monitoring. The ...
