Sensors

At The GIFA – The Bright World of Metals exhibition, held in Dusseldorf from 28th June to 2nd July 2011, Burkert is showing (in Hall 10, stand 10A70), its latest advances in modular valve and sensor technologies for improving diecasting applications. These developments deliver innovative cooling in diecasting operations, helping to improve quality and process efficiency to meet the demanding standards of the global automotive industry.

The EchoPod DL34 is the latest addition to FlowLine's series of general purpose, non-contact ultrasonic level sensors, extending the EchoPod measurement range from 3m to 5.5m. Similar to other EchoPod level sensors, the DL34 combines switch, control and measurement capabilities in one package, providing a total solution for level control and automation whilst minimising tank system hardware

New Smart Parking technology from Libelium enables cities to make efficient use of their parking resources. The new platform allows consultancies and system integrators to customise and deploy the solution in their local area.

ETLG Inertial Aerosystems is introducing the HT1104 high temperature quad operational amplifier semiconductor. Manufactured by Honeywell using it’s unique Silicon on Insulator (SOI) technology, it is designed for use in systems operating in severe high temperature environments such as oil and gas drilling operations and Aerospace propulsion systems.

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has launched an innovative new software programme to help engineers determine the volume of wasted air due to leaks and pressure losses in compressed air networks. Designed to estimate the associated annual costs, the Parker Transair Energy Efficiency Calculator gives decision makers an early indication of the savings to be made by opting for a modern and correctly designed pipe network, such as the Transair system.

Balluff has expanded its popular economical GlobalProx® Family to include 2-wire inductive sensors offering resistance to welding spatter and capacitive sensors for level detection or object detection of non-metallic components.

Balluff offers a broad spectrum of photoelectric sensors. The new BKT 67M contrast sensor complements the continually growing product portfolio. As a contrast sensor it is a specialist in challenging conditions, even the slightest contrast differences are easily detected.

Balluff have introduced a long range Factor 1 sensor family that as well as detecting differing metals at the same distance also save time during installation as their long range feature means that minimal sensor adjustment during set up is required. The Balluff Factor 1+ family is available in sizes M8 to M30, the most popular M18 versions have a flush range of 8mm and a quasi-flush mounting with a 12mm sensing range.

Selco Products Company has introduced the second generation 2699B Electronic Temperature Controller offering a highly flexible temperature control solution in a compact, easy-to-install enclosure (75x33x70 mm). Utilizing the latest electronic technologies, the new controller was developed with fewer components thereby reducing costs. The result is an extremely affordable unit that includes a temperature range to over 2,000°F, high functionality software, timer control for energy savings, multiple power and sensor inputs, multiple output types, and a variety of selectable hardware configurations. Typical applications include temperature control for commercial food equipment, heaters, refrigeration/freezers, and HVAC equipment.

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has launched an innovative range of electro-pneumatic air pressure regulators specifically to provide flexibility, precision and energy savings in rail industry applications, including the control of adaptive suspensions. The new EPP3 series has been designed to enhance system performance and reliability, as well as meeting the latest European railway standards, including EN 50155, which govern electronic equipment used on rolling stock