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Compression load cell BM14G4 is awarded OIML C4 approval

Zemic: The compression load cell BM14G4 from Zemic has been awarded the OIML R60 C4 approval for ”legal-for-trade” applications. The NMI in the Netherlands have examined and tested the BM14G4 and concluded that an approval with a Y-value of...

2010-11-04
THN4x, 4 ways digital Thermocouple Conditonner for CAN Bus

THN4x, 4 ways digital Thermocouple Conditonner for CAN ...

Texys International is proud to release its new 4 ways thermocouple Amplifier, THN4x. Based on the digital version of our patented thermocouple Connector/Amplifiers, that version brings high accuracy in a compact housing and delivers the 4...

2010-11-04
World’s Smallest Capacitive Humidity Sensor from IST

World’s Smallest Capacitive Humidity Sensor from IST

Innovative Sensor Technology (IST AG) has added the World’s smallest capacitive humidity sensor to its line of thin-film sensors. Measuring just 1.85 mm x 1.85 mm, the P14 202 is capable of measuring from 0...

2010-10-30
In-Line Load Cells available with USB Output

In-Line Load Cells available with USB Output

FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. (FUTEK) is pleased to announce a new addition to their USB Sensor Solutions Line. With 10 models to choose from, FUTEK’s In-Line Load Cells (LCM series) are now available with USB capabilities. These Load...

2010-10-30
Concentration Measurement for Dredging Applications

Concentration Measurement for Dredging Applications

BERTHOLD Technologies GmbH & Co. KG: With the radioactive source inside, the source capsule has to meet highest requirements regarding tightness and stability. Due to its outstanding heat and corrosion resistance, the new Safety Source Capsule...

2010-10-27
ISL - Multi-Purpose Inductive Conductivity Transmitter

ISL - Multi-Purpose Inductive Conductivity Transmitter

Baumer: With the ISL 05x, Baumer offers a sensor for inductive conductivity measurement with integrated media temperature compensation and very short response time (< 3 s). With its 3A approval, the ISL is suitable for a variety of applications...

2010-10-25
Inductive sensors for on- and offshore wind power plants

Inductive sensors for on- and offshore wind power plants

Baumer expands its portfolio of sensors for wind power plants with the new Series IFRR and IWRR inductive sensors. The sensors are extremely robust, absolutely reliable and, due to a large operating temperature range, suitable for onshore as well...

2010-10-25
Fiber Bragg grating-based strain gage rosette

Fiber Bragg grating-based strain gage rosette

HBM is now launching a new optical strain gage (SG) in rosette form the K-OR type. The rosette comprises three measuring grids at angles of 0°, 60° and 120°, to sense the strain as it occurs. As with electrical strain gages, this then allows...

2010-10-20
MSK4000 Magnetic Sensor and MB4000 Magnetic

MSK4000 Magnetic Sensor and MB4000 Magnetic

SIKO GmbH: The SIKO Company has made a major advancement with the development of the new MSK4000 magnetic sensor and MB4000 magnetic tape. For the first time, it is now possible to use magnetic tape without the steel supports needed up to now and...

2010-10-16
Magnetic sensor MSK5000R in thread design M10 and M12

Magnetic sensor MSK5000R in thread design M10 and M12

SIKO GmbH: The sensor type MSK5000R from the product line MagLine Basic is expanding the known product portfolio of compact sensors with the housing designs M10 and M12. The contactless measuring magnetic sensor with integrated evaluation...

2010-10-16
Absolute magnetic measurement technology as highly dynamic feedback for linear drives

Absolute magnetic measurement technology as highly ...

SIKO GmbH: There is good news for all users wanting to make use of the numerous advantages of linear motors without having to reference the motors every time they are switched on: This procedure will no longer be necessary in future thanks to...

2010-10-16
Lightband fork sensors

Lightband fork sensors

Balluff STM GmbH: With the new BS type of fork sensors STM has extended their MICROmote® family of opto sensors to include another group of products with outstanding technical characteristics. These fork sensors generate up to a 30mm wide...

2010-10-15
Convert safely any tank or silo into a scale

Convert safely any tank or silo into a scale

Scaime is introducing the SILOSAFE-R weigh module, a new solution for the economic conversion of tanks, hoppers and silos into a weighing system. Covering a broad range of capacities from 1 to 100 tons, SILOSAFE-R offers an unbeatable combination...

2010-10-14
ML100 series photoelectric sensors

ML100 series photoelectric sensors

Pepperl+Fuchs: The ML100 series comprises a complete family of miniature photoelectric sensors which are ideally suited for applications where long ranges and a high level of reliability are required. There is demand for this type of sensor, in...

2010-10-14
Innovative laser light sensor in smart camera outfit

Innovative laser light sensor in smart camera outfit

Pepperl+Fuchs: Miniaturization provides us ever more efficient, more compact and more intelligent sensors. In this way, designers can profit from advanced methods in both new machines as well as plant modernization, without the necessity of...

2010-10-14
Miniaturized IR-Thermometer combined in new product family

Miniaturized IR-Thermometer combined in new product family

The Optris GmbH has consistently enhanced its product programme during the past months and introduced with its CT series a product family, which covers the most common applications within the infrared temperature measurement technology. Therefore...

2010-10-13
Penny + Giles’ extends output options on rugged single/dual output rotary position sensors for factory automation applications

Penny + Giles’ extends output options on rugged ...

Penny + Giles has expanded the output options of the company’s rugged SRH501P and SRH502P contactless rotary position sensors. The newly announced analog voltage output options make these sensors ideal for use in Factory Automated systems and...

2010-10-02
S-Type Load Cells from LCM Systems Available Ex-Stock, Fast Delivery

S-Type Load Cells from LCM Systems Available Ex-Stock ...

LCM Systems: The STA series of S-Type tension/compression load cells from LCM Systems provide the perfect solution for measuring both tensile and compressive forces. With a wide range of ex-stock products, available for same day despatch with easy...

2010-09-30

Colibrys MEMS accelerometers qualified by Siemens ...

Colibrys: Siemens Mobility and Colibrys announced today that Colibrys’ MEMS accelerometers have been successfully qualified for the latest generation of German ICE high speed trains. The Velaro D train is the fourth generation of interoperable...

2010-09-29
The HeavyDuty hollow shaft encoder is prepared for all eventualities

The HeavyDuty hollow shaft encoder is prepared for all ...

Baumer: The redundant optical encoder with integrated functional monitoring HOG 86 M is specifically conceived for harsh environments and adds another heavy duty product to the Baumer portfolio. It provides two-channel detection of relative...

2010-09-26
Photoelectric and inductive sensors in hygienic design

Photoelectric and inductive sensors in hygienic design

Baumer: Particularly for applications in the food and beverage industry Baumer launches photoelectric and inductive sensors in hygienic and washdown design. The new sensors with their plane, groove-free V4A stainless steel housings as well as the...

2010-09-26
High pressure-resistant inductive sensors monitor the locking cylinders in wind power plants

High pressure-resistant inductive sensors monitor the ...

Baumer introduces its high pressure-resistant Series IFRP inductive sensors as a reliable solution for monitoring the end position of locking cylinders or hydraulical pitch systems. The inductive sensors can be used under extreme conditions with a...

2010-09-25
HeavyDuty encoders in a compact design

HeavyDuty encoders in a compact design

Baumer: Encoders that have to endure hostile ambient conditions must fulfill demanding industry-specific requirements when deployed in mobile transport systems, rail technology or container cranes. To mention only a few: Especially protected...

2010-09-25
Encoders for railway vehicles

Encoders for railway vehicles

Baumer: With its BMIV line, Baumer presents encoders designed for the harsh operation on railway vehicles. Up to 12 channel outputs in four galvanically isolated blocks allow simultaneous wheel-set speed information to multiple systems, also with...

2010-09-25
Absolute multiturn encoder ultra-immune to magnetic fields

Absolute multiturn encoder ultra-immune to magnetic fields

Baumer: Encoders installed in wind turbines have to endure harsh environments, though they must ensure absolutely dependable operation since repair and maintenance at offshore locations are specifically difficult and expensive. Often strong...

2010-09-25
Baumer expands its portfolio of IO-Link sensors

Baumer expands its portfolio of IO-Link sensors

Baumer: Nowadays, users look for an increasingly simple operation of their machines. Additionally, requests for a maximized machine performance and minimized down time are made. Baumer meets these customer requirements with expanding ist existing...

2010-09-25
Piezoresistive pressure sensors from PEWATRON

Piezoresistive pressure sensors from PEWATRON

Pewatron is offering a new range of pressure sensors. The PHPSD series are piezoresistive pressure sensors with a measuring range of 0...10 mbar up to 7 bar. These sensors are available with or without temperature compensation and amplifier, as...

2010-09-22
CP-2U(T)N low power and compact ±45° Angle Sensor

CP-2U(T)N low power and compact ±45° Angle Sensor

Pewatron offers the new Midori low power sensor, which is ideally suited for battery operated devices. The magnetoresistive technology allows for a superb low current consumption of 0.6 mA typical at 9 V. Thus consuming more than 20 times less...

2010-09-22
Absolute encoder and resolver in a single device

Absolute encoder and resolver in a single device

Baumer: There are plenty of good reasons for merging different measuring systems and technologies in a single device: Less space consumption and reduced installation and maintenance effort go together with a very attractive and competitive price....

2010-09-21
Simple, precise and economical measurement of compressive and tensile forces

Simple, precise and economical measurement of ...

HBM: High-precision measurement of compressive and tensile forces is possible with the new S9M force transducer from HBM. The transducer works with strain gages (SG) and is extremely accurate, thanks to its so-called S-type geometry. This gives...

2010-09-21
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