Factory automation > Sensors

Wenglor ultrasonic fork sensors

21 August, 2017

Whether paper or plastic, printed or transparent, ultrasonic fork sensors detect labels on any base material regardless of colour, degree of transparency and surface characteristics.


The IoT always starts with a sensor

07 August, 2017

The Internet of Things (IoT) always starts with a sensor; after all, things cannot capture states or carry out actions unless they are fitted with sensors.


Leuze electronic Global Beam 15 series photoelectric sensors

03 August, 2017

The Global Beam 15 series sensors are suitable for the detection of objects in conveyor systems, material flow or secondary packaging in which large operating ranges are required.


Wenglor P1HJ00X laser fork sensor

25 July, 2017

With corrosion-free stainless steel, FDA conformity and Ecolab certification, Wenglor's P1HJ00X laser fork sensor in InoxSens hygienic design provides maximised protection when detecting objects.


Futek MBA500 torque and thrust bi-axial load cell

21 June, 2017

The MBA500 torque and thrust bi-axial load cell is designed to measure reaction torque moments as well as tension and compression loads, all in one transducer.


Turck M08 proximity sensors

05 June, 2017

Turck has announced an updated range of 8 mm barrel inductive proximity sensors with an increased sensing range of up to 50%.


Leuze electronic CML 700i measuring light curtain with Profinet

05 June, 2017

The Leuze electronic CML 700i is a measuring light curtain in IP65 housing with an integrated Profinet intreface. With Profinet as well as the control unit integrated in the receiver unit, the need for additional devices and software is eliminated.


Conveying in the third dimension: RFID beats barcode

01 June, 2017

Barcodes and 2D codes can be problematic for automatic reading if there is a chance that they will become dirty or damaged. Swiss company Ferag AG has therefore chosen to use RFID technology in its innovative conveying solutions.


Micro-Epsilon optoNCDT 2300-2DR blue laser sensor

31 May, 2017

The optoNCDT 2300-2DR blue laser sensor is specially designed for displacement and distance measurements on directly reflecting surfaces.


FUTEK LCB200 Rod End Load Cell

26 May, 2017

The FUTEK LCB200 Rod End Load Cell (tension and compression) is designed for applications involving inline actuators or hydraulic jacks with male or female threads.


igus isense e-chain monitoring range

16 May, 2017

igus has released an improved range of isense e-chain monitoring products.


Futek QTA141 miniature torque sensor

19 April, 2017

With its miniature footprint, the QTA141 torque sensor is designed to provide a precision torque measurement solution for miniature DC servo motors.


Turck Uprox3 inductive sensor with IO-Link

04 April, 2017

Turck is now offering its Uprox3 sensor in a version with IO-Link capability, allowing for more flexibility and intelligence for integration into sensing applications.


Wenglor conveyor roller sensors

02 March, 2017

Equipped with a near field communication interface (NFC), the Wenglor conveyor roller sensors can be conveniently configured via an Android app or with a PC.


Foundry determines OEE performance indicators with RFID

22 February, 2017

By installing an ultrahigh-frequency industrial RFID system from Balluff onto the assembly line for heating boilers, WESO foundry has solved one of the most difficult problems for determining OEE key performance indicators.


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