Safety light curtains
21 September, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd
The first and last beams of the Banner Engineering EZ-Screen Low Profile (LP) safety light screens are positioned at the ends of the light screen, delivering continuous detection along the entire light screen length and eliminating the dead zones found on traditional safety light curtains.
I/O expansion modules
21 September, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd
Unitronics has released a line of enhanced I/O expansion modules. Based on the same platform as the previous modules, these four compact devices offer up to 32 digital I/Os per unit, plus three additional analog inputs for maximum I/O capacity and minimised cabinet space.
Pneumatic cylinder position sensors
21 September, 2009 | SICK Pty Ltd
The MZT8, MZ2Q and MPS series magnetic cylinder sensors are designed to meet the needs of numerous automation requirements that use pneumatic cylinders.
Recirculating spreader-feeder
21 September, 2009 | Flexicon Corporation (Australia) Pty Limited
The recirculating spreader-feeder from Flexicon evenly distributes powder and bulk coatings onto food products as they pass between the unit’s longitudinal discharge hopper and its lower collection hopper.
Multispectral camera system
21 September, 2009 | SciTech Pty Ltd
The FluxData FD-1665 is a 3-CCD multispectral camera system that can be customised in various ways. The camera is offered in a range of resolutions utilising 1.4, 2 and 5 Mp sensors.
Venturi flowmeter
21 September, 2009 | Dwyer Omega (Aust) Pty Ltd
Dwyer Instruments has released a Venturi flowmeter with a Magnehelic gauge that is designed to measure the flow of compatible gases while keeping the pressure drop through the meter at a minimum.
Non-contact infrared temperature sensors
21 September, 2009 | OneTemp Pty Ltd
The PyroCouple series is a range of high-quality, low-cost, compact sensors which measure the temperature of inaccessible or moving objects and materials. They can measure temperatures from -20 to 500 °C, accurately and consistently, with a response time of 240 ms.
Retractable sensor fitting
21 September, 2009 | Yokogawa Australia Pty Ltd
The Yokogawa PR10 is a retractable sensor fitting that offers a flexible approach to online liquid analytical measurements in a wide range of process industries, and has been designed for online applications where the sensor has to be removed safely without interrupting process continuity in anaerobic, toxic or pressurised environments. The PR10 is suited to pH, ORP, conductivity, inductive conductivity and dissolved oxygen measurements.
Tension and compression transducers
21 September, 2009 | AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
Noshok 3540 Series tension and compression force transducers are available in many sizes and shapes to fit almost any application, including cable or rod tension, weight measurement, overload protection, clamping force and fill level measurement.
Deterministic ethernet switching
21 September, 2009 | HARTING Pty Ltd
Harting Technology has developed prototypes of what it calls Fast Track Switching. Fully compatible with standard ethernet, the Fast Track Switch guarantees deterministic data transmission at the field level. This makes it possible to meet high real-time requirements in automation without changing the standard ethernet.
Triaxial accelerometer
21 September, 2009 | Metromatics Pty Ltd
Dytran Instruments has released a miniature triaxial accelerometer, utilising quartz shear technology, coupled with 2-wire internal IEPE electronics.
Ultra-miniature accelerometer
21 September, 2009 | Metromatics Pty Ltd
Dytran Instruments has introduced the 3224A3 ultra-miniature IEPE accelerometer weighing 0.2 g, which successfully reduces mass loading effects. Because of its tiny ‘teardrop’ design, the 3224A3 is suitable for shock and vibration measurements in small locations.
Process control system
21 September, 2009 | GE intelligent Platforms Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has released Version 1.6 of Proficy Process Systems, a fully integrated process control system that is designed to provide customers in different industries with an advanced DCS or hybrid process control system to meet their specific needs. These systems are intended to improve operational performance and productivity and provide customers with a sustainable advantage for their business.
Interface modules with FDT/DTM
21 September, 2009 | Turck Australia Pty Ltd
To simplify device set-up and installation time, Turck’s interface module (IM) family may now be programmed via a PC or onboard push-buttons using FDT/DTM software, along with PACTware.
Pneumatic quarter turn actuators
21 September, 2009 | Festo Pty Ltd
The DFPB pneumatic quarter turn actuators are designed for use in water treatment plants, the pharmaceutical industry or in food production plants. These actuators can be used to perform opening and closing movements in process valves.
