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Compact LiDAR sensor integrates into autonomous mobile robots

November 21, 2020 By Redding Traiger

SICK has expanded its 2D LiDAR sensor offerings for localization and anti-collision applications with the compact TiM2xx product family. This is in response to the new requirements on functionality, size, and price. Globally, the eCommerce sector continues to experience strong growth. This has also led to an increase in demand for automation solutions to support […]

Filed Under: Artificial intelligence (AI), Development Tools, Image sensing, Mobile, RADAR/LiDAR, Sensors, Vision systems Tagged With: sick

SICK launches new product for non-contact measurement of speed and length

October 13, 2020 By Mike Santora

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With the SPEETEC, SICK is expanding its product range for speed and length measurement of objects moving in a linear path to include technology that measures directly on the material surface. The non-contact sensor is able to measure a wide range of web and continuous materials, as well as blanks with an accuracy of just […]

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SICK launches new PeopleCounter (PeCo) SensorApp

September 2, 2020 By Mike Santora

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In reaction to new developments to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, SICK has launched its new PeopleCounter (PeCo) SensorApp. Using 3D LiDAR sensors, people can easily maintain recommended occupancy levels in public spaces and in manufacturing settings. Unlike the use of camera technology, the PeCo LiDAR sensor solution does not process personal information. […]

Filed Under: RADAR/LiDAR Tagged With: sick

SICK to launch SICK AppStudio

June 25, 2020 By Mike Santora

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Easily create individual SensorApps on your own–without programming skills– to solve new automation tasks. Starting at the end of the year, this will all be possible in the SICK AppStudio, part of the SICK AppSpace ecosystem. “Automation concepts are rarely standard,” explained Dr. Timo Mennle, SICK AppSpace Strategic Product Manager at SICK AG. Even if […]

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Students compete in second annual TiM$10K Challenge

May 24, 2020 By Mike Santora

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For the second year, SICK, Inc. invited students from universities around the country to participate in the TiM$10K Challenge. The challenge started in 2018 to support innovation and student achievement in automation and technology. Teams were supplied with a 270° SICK LiDAR sensor (TiM) and accessories and challenged to solve a problem, create a solution, […]

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SICK adds light curtain line to U.S. production facility

April 16, 2020 By Mike Santora

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As a sensor supplier for major manufacturers throughout the United States, SICK, Inc. has local United States production capabilities that enable it to better serve its customers to keep the supply chain moving. SICK produces materials in a close-to-the-market fashion, with a regional focus. In the United States, SICK has positioned production sites in each […]

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Bringing smart logistics to life at MODEX 2020

February 26, 2020 By Mike Santora

Flexibility in production and logistics is possible by implementing smart manufacturing and industry 4.0 solutions, reliable safety sensors for human-robot collaboration, and accurate track and trace systems on conveyors. All these devices are connected with one another via the cloud, implementing Industry 4.0 along the entire value-creation process. These three areas of interest will be […]

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Inductive Proximity Sensor Boasts Ease of Use

May 27, 2016 By Randy Frank

Making a sensor easy to replace in industrial applications should get the attention of many users. For sensing proximity, SICK’s IQG inductive proximity sensor targets a wide variety of applications. For easy replacement aspect #1, the 40 x 40-mm sensor can fit into most brackets.  For easy replacement aspect #2, the sensor’s tight manufacturing tolerances […]

Filed Under: Featured, Inductive, Proximity Tagged With: sick

Ultrasonic Sensing for Double Layer and Splice Detection

May 10, 2016 By Randy Frank

Ensuring consistent production quality can employ many different types of sensors. With the SICK UD18-2 ultrasonic sensor for double layer and splice detection, users can determine whether one, two or no material layers are present between its sender and receiver. The sensor reliably detects different materials including paper, cardboard, shiny metal, transparent plastic, and more. […]

Filed Under: Featured, Ultrasonic Tagged With: sick

Laser Scanner for Improved Safety and Increased Productivity

April 20, 2016 By Randy Frank

Dirty industrial environments with weld sparks or cross talk can cause problems for optical scanners – especially for area and access guarding applications. With the microScan3 Core, SICK addresses these issues. The compact safety laser scanner has a 5.5 m range and boasts an industry first 275° scanning angle.  Patented safeHDDM™ (high definition distance measurement) […]

Filed Under: Featured, laser, Position, Proximity Tagged With: sick

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