Factory automation

IXARC incremental encoders

17 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Plant Control & Automation

IXARC incremental encoders provide high-resolution measurement using an incremental interface.


Balluff BSI inclination sensors

14 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

The liquid-based BSI inclination sensors from Balluff detect deviations to the horizontal on an axis over a full 360°, contact free.


Treotham Automation TSW80P encoder

13 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd

The TSW80P low-cost encoder has been developed to work in high-EMI and harsh environments.


Balluff Mounting System sensor mounting accessories

04 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

The Balluff mounting accessories line allows for optimal integration of sensors into an automation process, making assembly easier.


Bestech LR Series linear position sensors

31 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty Ltd

The LR Series inductive sensors offer non-contact measurement at a similar cost to potentiometers.


SEW-Eurodrive Movifit FC/MC drive S12 functional safety option

31 October, 2014 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd

SEW-Eurodrive now offers an integrated S12 safety option for its decentralised Movifit FC/MC drive units, used for constructing modular and flexible conveyor systems.


Schmersal PS116 position switches

27 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty Ltd

With a symmetrical design, a variety of contact configurations and a large selection of repositional actuators, the PS116 is designed to offer flexible and reliable solutions for many applications.


Rheintacho Strobe 7000 LED stroboscope

22 October, 2014 | Supplied by: SI Instruments

The Strobe 7000 LED's large, homogeneous illumination surface delivers high illumination even in difficult light conditions, making it suitable for a very wide range of measurement, observation and inspection functions.


Red Lion Controls PXU series PID controllers

16 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty Ltd

The PXU series enables tighter, more reliable control over a wide range of processes, including temperature, flow and pressure, from a single unit.


igus DryLin SLN-27 miniature linear axis

16 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd

The DryLin SLN-27 miniature linear axis was developed specifically for confined spaces and offers design flexibility for positioning small loads.


BMW implements automatic crack detection for pressed parts

14 October, 2014 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd

Every error detected too late costs money. At BMW in Munich, defective wheel housings were previously only recognised at the out feed of the press line. With the help of SICK, BMW now checks every component for cracks after the first drawing process in the lead press.


Vision systems: what you need to know

09 October, 2014 by Christopher Chalifoux, International Applications Engineer, Teledyne DALSA | Supplied by: Adept Total Turnkey Solutions

Vision systems are a primary consideration for any manufacturer who is looking to improve quality or automate production, but choosing systems that match your application and ownership requirements can be confusing.


Sensor applications expand to the home

08 October, 2014

A sensor application that detects dangerous levels of carbon monoxide has won a grand prize at the AT&T Mobile App Hackathon.


Sensors and bombs

08 October, 2014

Sensors and imaging laser technology are being used to develop a system for the precise localisation of dangerous substances, including the traces left by illicit bomb manufacture.


Balluff Proxinox stainless steel sensors

07 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd

Proxinox sensors made of stainless steel can withstand the toughest cleaning processes and meet all the specifications and directives for the pharmaceutical and food industries.


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