Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the Vert-X 1600 Series of non-contact angle sensors. The series features easy mounting in tight spaces with a 16 mm diameter body and mounting flanges with metal inserts. Vert-X 1600 Series sensors measure 0 to 360° with full resolution and accuracy at programmed electrical angles as well. Other key specifications include independent […]
Sensirion at Sensor+Test 2014
Sensirion is known for its innovative products, customized solutions and excellent support. Our products set the standard in markets around the world. At this year’s edition of Sensor+Test 2014, we will exhibit new and refined sensor solutions for measuring gas and liquid flow, differential pressure, humidity and temperature. Among other things, you can learn more […]
New Low-Water Cutoff Devices Provide Compact Protection
Gems Sensors & Controls has introduced a new line of compact low-water cutoff devices to provide critical protection for boilers and steam generators. The new LWC-700/720/800 Series offer a variety of configurations and functions for application in most water feed vessels. They feature redundant switches within the liquid level sensors, and electronic controllers to deactivate […]
Sensirion’s Liquid Flow Sensor Flies Into Space
On May 6, a rocket will lift off bound for the International Space Station (ISS). On board will be a liquid flow sensor from Sensirion AG, Stäfa, Switzerland. The sensor is part of a research project by Minnehaha Academy in Minnesota that is investigating the impact of microgravity on the effectiveness of liquid flow. Among […]
New truly powerful universal vision sensor from Balluff
Balluff’s new BVS Universal Vision Sensor truly does what others can’t, including: 360° part position detection, defect finding, contour based counting and matching, bar code reading (linear and 2D DM) and OCV. It also includes a serial port and digital I/O. The Balluff BVS Universal adds a powerful 360° algorithm, providing performance much like that […]
Honeywell’s Basic Compensated Unamplified Board Mount Pressure Sensors
Honeywell (NYSE:HON) announced its new Basic Board Mount Pressure Sensors, Compensated, Unamplified, TBP Series. These new sensors are designed for customers who require a simple, high quality, cost-effective, basic performance, mV output sensor that is compensated and unamplified so they can do their own amplification while retaining maximum resolution. “The new TBP Series are designed […]
Ultrasonic Sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs Provide Pushbutton Programming
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces Series IO Ultrasonic Sensors. These IO-Link compatible sensors establish a new level of versatility and convenience with simple pushbutton programming. Pushbutton programming provides fast and easy on-site sensor parameterization without requiring any software. IO-Link compatibility unlocks a series of control functions that customize the sensor for installation in the most challenging environments. These […]
New CSA Approved Explosion Proof Pressure Transducers
Now available from Gems Sensors & Controls are the 31EP and 32EP Explosion Proof pressure transducers. Building on decades of pressure sensor experience, the latest versions are approved by CSA for use in hazardous areas. Applications include hazardous area installations, such as artificial lift, chemical injection, and CNG compressors. 31EP/32EP Series transducers are compact and […]
When smart vision systems meet tight control
Corsight, a smart vision system developed by NET GmbH, is also an all-round control system—the decentralized, digital image processing system is able to optimize production and logistics processes. It combines the features of a camera, a computer and an image processing system in a compact housing. The system’s image acquisition, image processing, image interpretation and […]
Open Source Software To Enable Sensor Hub Implementations
Sensor Platforms, a provider of algorithmic sensor software for smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices, together with ARM, a semiconductor intellectual property supplier, announce the introduction of the world’s first open source software for sensor hub applications. The software, called Open Sensor Platform (OSP), will simplify the integration of sensors across multiple applications, and provide […]
