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SenGenuity Announces TempTrackr™ Wireless
Temperature Measurement System Kit with Six Sensor Capability |
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the sensors division of Vectron International, today announced
that its TempTrackr™ Wireless Temperature Measurement System Kit is now
capable of reading six independent passive, wireless
temperature sensors. Each sensor operates in a unique frequency
band, which prevents cross-talk with other sensors and provides them
unique identification within the system architecture. Based on surface
acoustic wave (SAW) technology, the sensors require no batteries or
external power supply. They are powered by electromagnetic bursts
generated by a wireless transceiver, which serves to power the sensors
and listen to response signals generated by them. A change in the
frequency of the response signal is indicative of a change in the
temperature being measured. The TempTrackr™ Wireless Temperature
Measurement System is highly scalable and can accommodate up to 12
wireless temperature sensors with appropriate setup and configuration ... |
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Capacitive Position Sensors and Their
Applications |
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 Physik
Instrumente (PI): Many application areas today require the highest
of measurement accuracies, with resolutions in the nanometer or
subnanometer realm. Examples range from semiconductors and biotechnology
through quality assurance and automotive to metrology and microscopy.
Even in “normal” machining, more and more automated tasks require
high-accuracy positioning, which means that suitably high-precision
measuring equipment is essential. This places high demands on the
sensors used. In addition, the sensors must be as easy to integrate in
the application as possible, and usually must also exhibit excellent
dynamic performance. The accuracy and repeatability of the sensors used
is a major determinant of the performance of any positioning system.
Anyone requiring the maximum possible accuracy—in the nanometer or even
picometer realm—will be using
capacitive sensors. One specialist in the area of nanopositioning
systems manufacture is PI (Physik Instrumente), a company which has long
been a moving force in the development of high-precision capacitive
position sensors, mostly for use in its own products. Today, capacitive
position sensors of various different types, some with resolutions
down into the subnanometer realm, have their own place in the product
palette. Capacitive sensor metrology has more to offer than just high
accuracy: The sensors provide non-contact measurements of the actual
position of the moved object directly—accuracy, stability and bandwidth
are substantially better than those obtained with conventional LVDT or
SGS sensors. ... |
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Autonnic’s new sensors for engine lever
controls |
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 Autonnic,
world leaders in fluxgate technology, is launching the first of a new
range of waterproof, non-contact interaction devices - the A3300 Lever
Control module. A major requirement of the marine world is that
conducting, corrosive seawater must not encounter electronic circuits.
Yet controls, switches and buttons must be placed where a wet mariner
can reach and touch them. Having developed and patented some unusual
aspects of fluxgates, Autonnic has applied the latest version of its
3-axis fluxgate technology to the solution of this interface problem.
Autonnic’s solution is magnetic and therefore non-contact which solves
the problem of how to keep the sea out of the electronics behind knobs,
levers and buttons. First of the series to launch is the A3300 set of
OEM modules to provide the basis of non-contact engine lever controls
for either one or two engines ... |
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More than just cameras – Baumer offers
complete GigE Vision solutions |
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 As
a leading provider of industrial digital cameras, Baumer takes
their leadership one step further by providing the critical GigE network
components that work perfectly with their innovative cameras. To
simplify the customer’s selection of a GigE camera for a particular
application, Baumer offers complete GigE Vision compliant solutions.
Beginning with multi port switches and PoE injectors and ending with a
new Trigger Device, Baumer has engineered performance components that
enable a simple network integration of both standard GigE and Power over
Ethernet cameras. The Trigger Device is particularly helpful, providing
simplified process control over the network without a PLC. By using
Baumer network components, data and power can be transferred over a
single Ethernet cable. Additionally, real-time triggering of the camera
can be realized through the same Ethernet cable. With these advanced
components, Baumer offers their customers the advantage of a real
single-cable solution that includes robust mechanical design, ... |
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VeriSens® Vision Sensors with Ethernet
interface and Stainless steel housings (IP 69K) |
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new Baumer VeriSens® Series 1500 and 1800
vision sensors feature
stainless steel housings, IP69K protection class and Ethernet interface.
With these innovations, they can reliably meet tough hygienic and
bio-cleaning requirements in rugged surroundings while also ensuring
flexible system integration. Their powerful inspection, identification
and character recognition capabilities can therefore function wherever
required by the application – without additional mechanical protection
aids. IP69K certificated cables are available for integration. VeriSens®
vision sensors with stainless steel housings are versatile imaging
solutions for applications which demand high standards of cleanliness
and hygienic control. In the food industry, for instance, they can
inspect packaged foods and read the “best-before“ dates. Food products
can also be inspected before packaging with well-proven functions to
check location, position, presence and completeness ... |
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New Triaxial Accelerometer for Industrial
Monitoring Applications |
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 Dytran
Instruments, Inc. has just released a new unit to our line of
industrial
accelerometers. Model 3213M6 is a rugged, triaxial
accelerometer which utilizes the latest in piezoceramic shear technology
coupled with 2-wire internal IEPE electronics. Although not limited to
this application, the model 3213M6 was designed specifically for
industrial vibration monitoring. Model 3213M6 mounts with a centrally
located thru 10-32 captive mounting screw. It weighs 59 grams and is
packaged in a rugged, anodized aluminum housing. Featuring a single
4-pin Brad Harrison connector and 360 degree cable orientation, the
3213M6 also operates at a high sensitivity (100 mV/g). Model 3213M6 is
hermetically sealed and electrically isolated, making it an ideal unit
for industrial monitoring ... |
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Sierra Plays Pivotal Role in Biogas
Production Resulting in High Energy Savings for California Wastewater
Treatment Facility |
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the conversion of solid wastes to high-efficiency fuel, digestion plays
a critical first step in producing raw biogas. For Santa Cruz Wastewater
Treatment Facility, Sierra’s Immersible Thermal
Mass Flow Meters
deliver critical readings indicating exact digestive status while
controlling the final step of precisely blending the cleaned and
compressed biogas with natural gas. Since 1989 this state-of-the art
wastewater treatment facility, nestled in a shallow canyon in the
coastal city of Santa Cruz, has been leading the way for renewable
energy programs and environmental protection in the West. Santa Cruz
Wastewater generates their own electric power by using
internal-combustion engines which burn a mixture of methane gas produced
by the sewage digestion process and purchased natural gas, producing 7.4
million kwH of electric power per year. Historically, wastewater
treatment facilities around the globe have used differential pressure
devices for their gas measurements. These devices proved to be expensive
to maintain, clogged easily, and required a separate pressure and
temperature transducer and flow computer to deliver true mass flow ... |
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VeriSens® C-Mount – Flexible, precise
position recognition and measurement checking |
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 Baumer:
So you’ve solved your application, but your
vision sensor fails to meet
system integration requirements? VeriSens® C-Mount gives you enhanced
integration flexibility. C-Mount lenses let you choose the best mounting
position in your system. A protective cap safeguards the lens against
soiling and damage for greater process reliability. The caps are
available in different lengths. With VeriSens® C-Mount, readings of
measurements and object’s coordinates can now be obtained in “real”
coordinates, i.e. millimeters, regardless of the object’s position in
the image. A simple calibration corrects perspectival contortions and
lens distortions. VeriSens® C-Mount therefore serves as a
measurement-checking and
position-detecting sensor, taking over tasks
which previously required costly, complex image processing systems.
Combined with highly effective functions to control presence,
completeness and identification (reading and checking characters and
numbers, barcodes and matrix codes), this qualifies the sensor for many
applications – including machine construction, packaging and handling –
where parts for a pick-and-place robot must be detected in all
positions. ... |
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Sierra Introduces Range of Measurement
Solutions for EPA Mandated Green House Gas Reporting |
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 Sierra
Instruments introduced a line of mass flow meters Certified by
Sierra for Green House Gas (GHG) reporting. All Sierra GHG meters now
conform to the new EPA rule (40 CFR Part 98), which mandates that as of
January 2, 2010, companies in the United States that emit more than
25,000 tons/year of CO2 equivalent must report GHG emissions. It is
estimated that approximately 10,000 of the country’s largest businesses
will be affected. Sierra’s GHG Certified
mass flow meters provide an
economical way to totalize methane or natural gas burned, enabling the
calculation of CO2 equivalent emissions. Sierra has extensive experience
in producing highly accurate and repeatable mass flow meters for methane
(CH4) as well as N20, SF6, HFC’s, PFC’s and CO2 as called out in the EPA
mandate. “This is really our strong suit,” says Matthew J. Olin,
President of Sierra. “Our customers saw the environmental writing on the
wall some time ago and we have been steadfastly pursuing both
sustainable and profitable industry flow measurement solutions ever
since. To make it easier for our customers facing this measurement
challenge to find the meter they need, we’ve established a dedicated
webpage that features our three most popular GHG Certified mass flow
meters. ... |
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Kistler Extends its Successful Series of
Press Force Sensors |
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well established Kistler press
force sensors are based on the piezoelectric measuring principle.
The force acting on the quartz element generates at the output of the
sensor a proportional electric charge, which is converted by the
series-connected measuring amplifier (such as ICAM Type 5073A...) into a
process signal suitable for evaluation (typically 0 ...10 V). The new
sensor Type 9383A… extends Kistler's successful series of piezoelectric
press force sensors. The sensor preloaded ready for mounting with the
three standardly calibrated measuring ranges of 0 ... 3 kN, 0 ... 30 kN
and 0 … 300 kN is ideal for measuring both dynamic and quasistatic
forces. Together with an in-line charge amplifier with range switching,
such as the ICAM Type 5073A…, extremely wide force ranges can be
represented with one and the same sensor – with consistent accuracy over
the entire range. The sensor also offers tried and tested mechanical
features with flange connections at both ends for easier interfacing
with the machine environment, and centering rings for axial adjustment.
The rotationally symmetrical shape makes the press force sensor perfect
for use on the end of push rods or press plungers. Press force sensors
from Kistler are available in different sizes and measuring ... |
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FUTEK Offers New Submersible Miniature
Load Cell |
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 FUTEK
has recently released their model LSB210, a Submersible Jr. S-Beam Load
Cell used in applications where protection from liquids is required.
Although the product was built for a diverse range of applications
examples include fiber tension, medical bag weighing, and automated
feedback control systems. The LSB210 S-Beam is a model from FUTEK’s
Miniature Sensors line with a thickness of 0.25 inch and low profile
height of 0.75 inch. The
load cell has a high accuracy with a deflection of 0.005” nominal
and an operating temperature of -60° F to 200° F. As an extra feature,
this model may also be offered with a USB output option. This load cell
is capable of servicing numerous applications industry wide where
protection from liquids is required. This product offers a perfect
mixture of size, accuracy and the assurance of an overload protection.
The LSB210 Submersible Miniature S-Beam Load Cell is available in 100g
to 100lbs (1N – 445N) capacities. Similar to our LSB200 model, the
LSB210 S-Beam Jr. Load Cell is also available with a brand new USB
Digital Interface with 16 bits resolution. With all of its design
features this Miniature S Beam Load Cell is suitable for critical
applications ... |
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SenGenuity Announces TempTrackr™ Wireless
Multipoint Temperature Measurement System for Smart Grid Applications |
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 SenGenuity,
the Sensors division of Vectron International, today announced the
release of the TempTrackr™ Wireless Multipoint Temperature Measurement
System for Smart Grid Applications. With increasing public pressure for
energy efficiency, there is growing demand for Smart Grid technology
that can monitor the thermal health of electrical equipment on a
continuous, real-time basis for greater system reliability and wide area
situational awareness. Thermal signatures of substation equipment, such
as switchgear, can provide valuable equipment state information.
Overheated system components, if left unaddressed, can have significant
operator safety and system reliability ramifications. The TempTrackr™
Wireless Multipoint Temperature Measurement System is highly scalable
and can accommodate up to 12 wireless
temperature sensors with appropriate setup and configuration. ... |
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PCB Piezotronics Introduces New 1200 °F
(649 °C) Hi-temp Accelerometer Ideally Suited for Flight Testing and
Turbine Engine Test Cells |
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 PCB
Piezotronics, Inc. introduces Model 357C90 Hi-temperature,
hermetically sealed
accelerometer for engine turbine testing during flight test or in
ground based test cells. Other applications include environmental
chamber testing, or exhaust system
vibration measurements on rocket or automotive engines up to 1200 °F
(649 °C). The charge output unit features hi-temperature Inconel
construction, sensitivity of 5 pC/g, measuring range to 1000 g’s peak,
frequency response of 2.5 kHz, and resonant frequency over 14 kHz. The
unit is supplied with an integral 10 foot (3 m) hi-temperature
connecting cable, and is easily mounted via a thru-hole ¼-28 thread
bolt. Additional products are available from PCB to complete the
measurement system, such as Airborne amplifier Model 422M201 or in-line
charge amplifier Series 422E30, and a supporting family of Series 482
ICP® power supplies. Model 357C90 is backed by our guaranteed Total
Customer ... |
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New electronic cylinder switch from
Balluff, BMF 235 – the new standard for T-slots |
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BMF binary switching, magnetic field sensing electronic cylinder
switches from Balluff are known for their flexibility. Positions
can be detected on virtually any pneumatic cylinder or gripper. With
their new BMF 235, sensor specialist and network provider Balluff has
rounded out their line of magnetic field sensors with a special model
designed for T-slots. The new electronic
cylinder switch features an
especially short housing of just 23 mm and an extremely bright LED for
the switching function. The LED is easily visible even from a distance
of 25 meters on a brightly lit factory floor. Insertable in the T-slot
from above, this flush mount sensor can be installed even when the slot
end is obstructed. It disappears in any Tslot without protruding. 8 mm
shorter than the previous models, the BMF 235 is the ideal choice for
short stroke cylinders, mini-grippers and other space-critical
applications. In practical use this mini-sensor features high accuracy,
short overtravel distances and low hysteresis. ... |
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Autonnic expands it range of fluxgate
Compasses |
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 Autonnic,
world leaders in fluxgate technology, has expanded its range of
added-value modules. These new compass modules are based on Autonnic’s
sensor components and complement the existing range. Autonnic makes
modules by adding analogue and digital systems to its range of
magnetometer sensors. These sensors (mainly used for compass, pitch/roll
and shaft angel) need signal conditioning and possibly a digital
interface. The current range typified by the A4020 compass integrates
all parts in an inseparable way. Now, just launched at METS, are the
A4041, A4047 and A407X analogue electronic compass modules. Each can be
augmented with a microprocessor board to provide a NMEA-0183 digital
interface at the same time as the analogue SIN and COS outputs. In this
form they become the A4061 and A408X digital compass modules. From its
experience with the A4020 compass Autonnic has identified the
opportunity for an OEM to start with the combined analogue and digital
units, then - as volumes increase - to migrate the ... |
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Magnetic sensing system without bearings
for large shaft diameters |
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 HDmag
is the name of the new Baumer hollow shaft encoder family
utilizing the magnetic sensing principle. With a 17 bit singleturn
resolution the series also comprises absolute encoders that can endure
the tough ambient conditions of drive engineering or wind turbines. This
top-grade precision and utmost ruggedness is possible by the signal
evaluation electronics being integrated in the sensing head – fully
encapsulated and thus protected against dirt, shocks and vibrations. The
ultra-high accuracy and resolution of HDmag are realized by FPGA signal
processing and integrated offset, amplitude and phase control generating
square pulses of max. 524,288 periods per revolution. Also the unique
sine/cosine interpolation to max. 32,768 periods per revolution sets new
benchmarks. By virtue of their compact axial design conceived for big
hollow shaft diameters the new magnetic
encoders are predestined for attachment to even the largest shafts.
Magnetic, no bearings and ultra-precise: The magnetic hollow-shaft
absolute encoders are conceived for drive shafts with maximum 740 mm
diameter, even larger ... |
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