Contactless control with CapKeys
Schurter has developed a capacitive sensor with increased sensitivity. Fingers are thus recognized as soon as they are approached.
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read more...Groundbreaking ceremony for logistics center
Endress+Hauser is further expanding its European logistics capacities. A new logistics center near Frankfurt Airport is to replace the existing one in Nieder-Olm.
read more...Can be used in fresh and salt water
Thanks to the latest optical technology of fluorescence quenching and digital signal processing, the 'Digiline O-DO S10' from Jumo enables long-term stable measurements of oxygen and temperature.
read more...Subsidiary founded in Poland
Sensor manufacturer Leuze is now selling its sensor solutions on the Polish market through its own sales and service company Leuze electronic Polska, based in Katowice, southern Poland.
read more...Secures machines and AGVs
The Laser Sentinel Enhanced safety laser scanner from Datalogic makes both machines and automated guided vehicles safe. It is available in various models.
read more...Strategic partnership for the IIoT
ifm and Cloudrail have announced a strategic partnership. The two companies will combine their expertise to better position themselves in the rapidly growing market for professional IIoT and cloud solutions.
read more...Own business division for security technology
Sensor technology provider Leuze is now placing its safety expertise more firmly in the focus of its business activities with its own business unit.
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How can it be ensured that the number of people permitted in premises is not exceeded in light of the coronavirus pandemic? Two automation companies - Pepperl+Fuchs and Schmersal - present their technical solutions.
read more...Digital retrofit
The E43406 and E43410 data splitters from ifm can be used to allow the additional information generated by today's sensors to be used by PLCs.
read more...Prize goes to two teams
The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement (AMA) selected the winners of the AMA Innovation Award 2020 on June 23. In its anniversary year, the prize, which is endowed with 10,000 euros, will be awarded in equal parts to two development teams.
read more...Targets not achieved in 2019
The current global economic uncertainties and transformation processes in key industries are also making themselves felt at Balluff: Total sales in the 2019 financial year fell by 3.9% to €469 million.
read more...New management structure
On June 1, 2020, Christoph Zöller took on the new position of Chairman of the Management Board at STW. Together with Christophe de Bary, he will form the future management of the company.
read more...Optical inspection with artificial intelligence
Artificial neural networks in combination with deep learning methods can optimize automatic optical inspection (AOI) and object recognition in manufacturing processes. But how can real-time capability, for example, be guaranteed?
read more...Powerlink version available
MTS Sensors is launching a Powerlink version of the 'Temposonics RSeries V' magnetostrictive position sensors for industrial applications, which were previously available with Profinet, Ethernet/IP and SSI outputs.
read more...Detect alignment and speed simultaneously
TWK has expanded its family of inclination sensors with a special device that makes it possible to precisely measure the current orientation - i.e. the inclination or position (360°) - and the speed at the same time in a rotating application.
read more...Legibility across all stages of a process chain
The IOSS verifier can perform a reliable and reproducible quality assessment of DPM codes both offline and inline, in addition to the normal reading of codes.
read more...Magnetostrictive and contactless measuring principle
The robust displacement sensors in the OMS2 and PMS2 series from Megatron are insensitive to shock and vibration. Their magnetostrictive, contactless measuring principle ensures low-maintenance, wear-free operation.
read more...A perfect fit in five steps
Laser distance sensors ensure process efficiency in automated production processes with the help of non-contact measurements. When choosing the right sensor, factors such as measuring range, focus, beam shape or object surface as well as ease of use play a major role.
read more...Change in the Management Board
Reinhard Bösl, a long-standing member of the Sick Management Board, is leaving the Sick Management Board. After 13 years, his contract will expire on June 30, 2020 when he reaches the specified age limit for Management Board members.
read more...Smart sensor technology for the IIoT
In addition to status information, intelligent sensors provide a wealth of secondary data - on service life, load level and damage detection as well as ambient temperature or contamination. Optical sensors in particular are undergoing a lot of development here.
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