The Measurement Fair SENSOR+TEST will be held from 22 to 24 May in Nürnberg. The event is clearly on a growth course – the number of bookings for exhibitors has already exceeded the figures for last year by more than 10%. Besides the fair itself, a number of other events associated with the SENSOR Conference, including the GESA Expert Forum, workshops, seminars, and other dedicated forums, will offer visitors considerable additional value. A special highlight is again provided in the Action Hall (Hall 8), where visitors can experience sensor and measuring technology live. “This year the SENSOR+TEST will again offer comprehensive information for professionals visiting the fair,” says Holger Bödeker, Managing Director of AMA Service GmbH, ...

Torque measuring flange, Type 4504A..., in test stand simulation. The integration of a market partner into its group has allowed Kistler to expand its product range. The torque measuring flange, Type 4504A…, is designed specifically for use under the demanding and complex conditions encountered in engine testing. This sensor comes with a robust, contamination-resistant, fully integral speed measuring system as standard. Other features include its slim profile, high torsional rigidity, impressive dynamic response and high precision. There are two versions of the speed measuring system: a simple 60-pulse design and a high-resolution alternative that also allows angular measurement. The high-resolution model uses 180 to 3 600 or 128 to 4 096 pulses to yield an angular resolution of down to 0,02º at low speeds. The integral digital measurement processing system makes a data link via the RS-232C interface possible. This enables measurements such as speed and torque to be read and the sensor parametrically configured, identified and tared. Additional interfaces ...

The PT9010WA tank weighing assembly is designed for tank weighing, hoppers, silos as well as road and rail scales. The capacity ranges from 10,000kg to 50,000kg with a small footprint and a low profile. The design of the cell via its central loading through the ball free motion makes it less sensitive to side loads. PT9010WA is constructed of alloy steel with all internal components protected by way of fully welded encapsulation which provides for an excellent protection level against the elements to a true IP68. The signal out at capacity is 2mV/V and the PT9010WA has a linearity error of only 0.017% at full scale and a safe 150% over load factor, with 300% ultimate load. You will be pleasantly surprised of the price of this load cell assembly. ...

Depew, NY, USA – The Larson Davis division of PCB Piezotronics (PCB®) has announced the expansion of its Data, Navigation and Analysis (DNA) software package, to include support for all Larson Davis sound level instrumentation, including the new Model 831 and SoundTrack LxT®. Larson Davis DNA is a Windows®-based, fully dedicated tool for sound and vibration exposure measurement, analysis and reporting. Applications covered by DNA software include environmental noise monitoring; building and room acoustics; industrial hygiene; 3-D noise and vibration mapping; and consumer product noise and vibration analysis. DNA software offers the possibility to satisfy all specific requirements for data management and creation of high quality charts, presentations and survey reports. Sound level instruments are completely controlled by the ...

The SENSOR+TEST 2007, held this year from 22 to 24 May in Nürnberg, again offers its visitors a most attractive programme. A special highlight will be the action area (hall 8), in which visitors can experience sensor and measuring technology live. Also, at the two forums in hall 7 and hall 9, numerous lectures on interesting novelties and podium discussions will be held. “The SENSOR+TEST will offer professionals a unique information package this year,” says Holger Bödeker, managing director of AMA Service, the organiser of the trade fair. “We want to provide exhibitors and visitors with a platform, which exceeds the traditional fair practice by far.” Action area highlights: Especially in the action area, visitors can experience sensor, measuring and testing technology in a way that is simply not possible at a trade-fair stand. Live demonstrations, for instance with test driving, show innovative technologies for real-life applications. And the exhibitors are right there to answer questions. In interviews and small discussion groups, visitors can gain insights in live presentations and vehicle trials. Moreover, demonstrations of industrial technology will also be held in the action area. For example, seven models under the slogan “Sensor Integrated” will present sensor technology in motion. ...

Depew, NY, USA – PCB Piezotronics (PCB®) has announced the release of a new 8-page, full color capabilities brochure entitled, “Sensors for Aerospace Testing & Monitoring.” The brochure highlights specific sensor and instrumentation products available for qualification testing; ground vibration testing; vibration and fatigue testing; structural dynamics; engine vibration monitoring; flight test; launch, shock and separation studies; Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS); cabin noise evaluation; wind tunnel testing; and flutter testing. With 40 years of expertise in the Aerospace industry, PCB Piezotronics is a global leader in the design and manufacture of force, torque, load, strain, pressure, acoustic and vibration sensors, as well as the pioneer of ICP® technology. Core competencies include piezoelectric, piezoresistive, strain gage, MEMS and capacitive sensors and instrumentation. Manufacturing operations are certified to AS9100:2004 and ISO 9001:2000, with calibration procedures accredited by A2LA to ISO 17025. Products can be manufactured ...

From 22 to 24 May on the exhibition grounds in Nürnberg the 14th International Trade Fair for Sensor, Measuring and Testing Technology will be held. It will be complemented by the 13th International SENSOR Conference, the GESA Expert Forum, workshops, seminars, exhibitor and other forums as well as live presentations in the Action Hall to current topics in sensor and measuring technology. The organisers expect more than 600 exhibitors including the technology and market leaders of the respective industries among the participants. Geometric Parameters: The detection of distances, positions, linear or rotary, is the most common measuring task in device, machine, and system construction including automotive technology. The measuring ranges of the systems exhibited in Nürnberg extend from nm to km and from angle of inclination to multi-turn encoding. Using a laser sensor, distances of up to 3,000m and speeds of up to 100m/s for static and moving objects can be detected. For this purpose, however, the objects need to be equipped with a reflector. Without a reflector 350m of measuring distance can detected on practically any surface. Foreseen as areas of application are storage and warehousing, crane control, and fill-level measurement. For the exact positioning on distances of up to 400m, a US maker is offering robust digital ...