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Optical identification systems
With the Simatic MV540, Siemens has the first device of a new generation of optical readers in its portfolio. The higher computing power speeds up the reading process and reading reliability has also been optimized.
read more...Sensor solutions for hoists. Shock and vibration-resistant angle and inclination sensors as well as cable tension transducers and pressure transmitters are essential for the safety of mobile lifting equipment.
read more...Light grids are suitable for checking or counting objects. To ensure that the final quality assurance does not slow down the preceding production, short reaction times are also required here, as well as high resolution, long ranges and different detection heights.
read more...With IDS NXT, the industrial camera manufacturer IDS presents a new generation of vision app-based sensors and cameras that can perform various image processing applications independently or with PC support.
read more...The MZCG magnetic cylinder sensor from Sick is used to detect the position in pneumatic grippers or miniature pneumatic cylinders with C-slots. With its universal housing design, it fits into a wide range of C-slots from common manufacturers.
read more...Pepperl+Fuchs has developed the IQH1-F198-V1 HF RFID read/write head in connection with a customer-specific project, especially for the traceability of semi-finished products in tire manufacturing.
read more...Camera for short-wave spectrum
The Flir A6260sc camera has been specially optimized for the IR short-wave spectrum (SWIR) in the wavelength range from 0.9 to 1.7 micrometres. This allows it to see through glass, applied layers of paint, through the top layer of fruit in the food sector or through blood directly onto tissue during operations.
read more...The obligation to serialize pharmaceuticals is affecting more and more markets. As a provider of serialization and track & trace solutions, Atlantic Zeiser is presenting Mediline T&T, a track & trace system that can meet the requirements in a single step.
read more...Inductive proximity switches from the IGMH...GSP-L series are equipped by sensor specialist EGE exclusively with silicone-free materials. They are suitable for drying ovens or paint stores and other applications that require silicone-free materials.
read more...New construction and expansion
Balluff has presented its plans for the new construction and expansion of the company headquarters in Neuhausen. Construction is set to begin in 2019. The new campus will then provide jobs for a total of 1,250 employees, and the construction project is one of the largest investments in the company's history
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