Minneapolis, MN — TURCK introduces its new PT4400 pressure snsor series designed for intrinsically safe locations. This series utilizes a media isolated stainless steel diaphragm for use in pneumatics, water management, hydrogen storage, hydraulic systems, oil and gas, HVAC/R and industrial OEM equipment. The PT4400 is rated for UL/cUL 913 (CSA 157) Class I, Division 1, […]
Compact 3100 Series Pressure Transducer
Setra Systems, Inc. offers its Compact 3100 Series pressure transducer providing a low cost solution for OEM applications such as Hydraulic Controls, HVAC Systems, Engine Controls, Industrial Process, Off-Highway Equipment, Compressors, and Pumps. This unit’s small footprint, less than 1 inch in diameter, makes it ideal for installations where space is at a premium, and […]
EtherCAT Sensors Can Receive Power Over Standard Cat 5 Cables
The EK1132 Power over EtherCAT junction terminal enables EtherCAT® sensors to receive power over a standard Cat 5 cable. Ultra high speed EtherCAT sensors that deliver low microsecond (µs) level communication can now be more easily installed in industrial applications. Based on the IEEE standard 802.3af, the EK1132 requires only a standard EtherCAT/Ethernet cable for […]
Navigation Sensor Expands Use of AGVs
Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) typically work in climate controlled environments, although you will find rugged versions working out doors. A laser navigation sensor, the LS5 Navigator, promises to expand AGV application. It handles indoor and outdoor environments as well as cold storage, paving the way for AGVs to operate in harbor, loading platform, and similar […]
Custom Sensors & Technologies Names New CEO
Moorpark, CA – Jean-Pascal Tricoire, Chairman of the Management Board and CEO of Schneider Electric (SE) has announced that effective March 1, 2009, Hal Grant assumed the position of CEO for Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), headquartered in Moorpark, California. Hal joined Schneider Electric in 1985. His assignment prior to his appointment as CEO for […]
Baumer Redesigns Series 14 Photoelectric Sensors
Southington, Conn. – Baumer has redesigned its extensive line of Series 14 photoelectric sensors with a number of improvements that facilitate sensor installation, adjustment and operation. The redesigned sensors now feature transparent rear housings and improved electrical connections including metal M8 connectors, molded M12 connectors, and a patented cable channel for restricted space applications. Baumer […]
Siemens Expands Simatic® HMI Product Line
ATLANTA, GA – Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. has added four new HMI color touch panels to its Simatic® HMI product line that are designed to increase productivity and lower costs. Two new Simatic Basic touch panels deliver a low cost, reliable industrial grade touch panel for simple automation systems that need common HMI functionality. […]
High Temperature Resistant Position Sensors
Pennsauken, NJ – Built for extraordinary reliability and resistance to high temperatures, Macro Sensors’ HSTAR 750 Series Hermetically Sealed Position Sensors offer a highly accurate and long life solution for the position measurement of steam control valves in power generation plants. Constructed of stainless steel, these ¾” (19 mm) diameter AC-operated position sensors operate in environments […]
3M Introduces Next-Generation Rugged Touch Solution
METHUEN, MA – 3M Touch Systems announces the availability of the 3M MicroTouch System SCT7650EX, 3M’s next-generation, price-competitive surface capacitive touch solution for vandal-prone, heavy-use environments. Three key product features offer display integrators an economic, user-safe, easy to seal, robust touch solution for unattended public applications such as ATMs, kiosks, and vending machines. First, the […]
Explosion Proof Pressure Sensor
Mt. Olive, NJ – American Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST) offers the AST46HA, a Media Isolated Explosion Proof Sensor with Digital Compensation and Single Seal Approval. Featuring all stainless steel construction and approved to CSA30 (UL1203/FM3615) Class 1, Division 1 and Zone 1 Group IIB Explosion Proof, Groups C and D, the AST46HA is the cost effective solution […]
