
Communication via Bluetooth
'Liquiphant', a measuring device for point level measurement from Endress+Hauser, is now 'Industry 4.0 ready'.

'Liquiphant', a measuring device for point level measurement from Endress+Hauser, is now 'Industry 4.0 ready'.
Due to the quality and hygiene guidelines that apply to food and beverage production, production systems must be cleaned regularly when changing batches or products. Modern flow meters help to reliably detect media changes.

Measurement technology / telemetry
imc Test & Measurement completes its investment in the Munich-based sensor and telemetry manufacturer Caemax Technologie and acquires 100% of the shares. Dr. Peter Ballerscheff and Henning Pöschl remain managing directors.

Distrelec, a distributor of electronics, automation and measurement technology, has appointed Steve Herd as CEO. He took up his new position on September 2, 2019.

According to the manufacturer Flir, the MWIR camera A6750 is suitable for recording fast thermal events thanks to its short exposure times and high frame rates.

As a modular vibrometer, Vibroflex consists of the 'Vibroflex Connect' front end with touch display and a selection of laser measuring heads. The optional 'Vibsoft' data acquisition and evaluation software complements the measuring system as a tool for data analysis.

Fluke, a supplier of test and measurement equipment, has acquired the Prüftechnik Group, which is particularly active in the fields of precision laser shaft alignment, condition monitoring and non-destructive testing.

Gossen Metrawatt is presenting its new Izytroniq testing software with an integrated cloud connection for the first time. The solution enables the entire testing process to be mapped across all devices and documented in an audit-proof manner.

Measurement and control technology
Meorga is organizing a regional trade fair for measurement and control technology, process control systems and automation technology on 18 September 2019 in the Friedrich-Ebert-Halle in Ludwigshafen.

Sensor+Test 2019 closed its doors after three days on June 27. Despite the record-breaking heat outside, around 7,000 trade visitors from Germany and abroad made their way into the halls of the measurement technology trade fair, according to the organizers.

The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement (AMA) has honored the Senorics founding team with the AMA Innovation Award 2019. The 'Plan B' analysis device impressed the jury in two ways.

What innovations are there for industrial users on the measurement technology market? Computer&AUTOMATION has summarized a selection of products that can also be seen at Sensor+Test 2019 in a series of pictures

Sensor+Test presents itself with a number of new features, but remains true to its successful concept as a special interest trade fair. Holger Bödeker, Managing Director of AMA Service GmbH and organizer of Sensor+Test, explains what is important.

System optimization / machine learning
Researchers at Fraunhofer IPA have developed an analysis tool that uses self-learning algorithms to find defects in high-speed production systems and perform machine benchmarking. Now they are using this technology to make themselves independent.
Endress+Hauser grew across all regions, sectors and product areas in 2018. The Group increased sales and profits and created hundreds of jobs worldwide.

Displacement measuring systems
The capaNCDT 61x0/IP is a capacitive displacement measuring system from Micro-Epsilon designed for quality assurance in production processes and for machine and system control.
Measurement technology modules
The ELM314x economy series of Ethercat measurement technology modules from Beckhoff complements the 'ELM3x0x' basic series. The measurement technology modules are available in 2-, 4-, 6- and 8-channel versions. This enables high-precision measurements with 100 ppm accuracy in the temperature range from +10 to +40 °C.
Depending on the type, electric shavers consist of 200 to 300 individual parts, some of which are very delicate. During production, special testing and sorting machines carry out quality checks to ensure a high-quality end product.

The finalists for the 'Hermes Award 2019' have been announced! Deutsche Messe, organizer of the Hannover Messe, has made its decision. The winner will be announced by Federal Research Minister Anja Karliczek on March 31 following the opening ceremony of the industrial trade fair.

Rockwell Automation / Schlumberger
Rockwell Automation and Schlumberger, a provider of reservoir characterization, drilling, production and processing technologies for the oil and gas industry, are forming a joint venture called Sensia.