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Encoder with minute disc for tough applications

SICK (UK) has released the SKS/SKM36 standalone encoder, an optical encoder utilising the company's MiniDisc (MiDi) technology which allows a very small code disc.

News from Sick (UK) (25 April 2007)

Vision sensor systems for Indian automation

Oxford Sensor Technology (OST), a specialist in vision sensor systems for robot guidance, inspection and welding applications has appointed Tespa Tool as distributor in India.

News from Oxford Sensor Technology (24 April 2007)

Technology for joystick position sensing exhibited

Melexis will be introducing a patented technology for joystick position sensing and an improved infrared thermometer at Sensor + Test 2007 this year.

News from Melexis (20 April 2007)

Elastomer diaphragms improve pressure switches

Impress Sensors and Systems has introduced the 901 range of compact, low-cost pressure switches with diaphragms, which enhance performance and extend life.

News from Impress Sensors and Systems (20 April 2007)

Connection to ethernet for vision sensor

Cognex Corporation has released In-Sight Explorer software 3.4, enabling easy connection of In-Sight vision sensors to the ethernet via Profinet, and communication with Siemens S7 controllers.

News from Cognex UK (19 April 2007)

EMX UV sensor has calibration capability

EMX Industries has announced the UVX-300-GC luminescence sensor, thought to be the first UV (ultraviolet light) sensor with a calibration function, possible through software algorithms.

News from EMX Industries (18 April 2007)

High capacity compression load cell

Futek has introduced the LCA700 Column/Canister Load Cell series for applications requiring high capacity range measurement and control in compression, which is also available in miniature.

News from FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology (17 April 2007)

Piezo bender actuators offer nanometer precision

PI (Physik Instrumente) has announced the P-871 closed-loop piezo bender actuator with an integrated high-resolution position feedback sensor for greater accuracy.  Brochure available  

News from PI (Physik Instrumente) (17 April 2007)

Customer-programmable encoder offers benefits

Sick Stegmann has released the DRS26 CoreTech incremental encoder which is customer-programmable and can therefore replace multiple encoders.

News from Sick Stegmann (16 April 2007)

13-bit magnetic sensor 'Product of the Month'

Renishaw has been awarded 'Product of the Month' by NASA Tech Briefs magazine for its 13-bit magnetic sensor for rotary and angular positioning control.  Brochure available  

News from Renishaw (16 April 2007)

LVDT range expanded

Applied Measurements has expanded its range of LVDT to include miniature, economy and industrial types, suitable for mechanical and electrical configurations.  Brochure available  

News from Applied Measurements (16 April 2007)

Touring car gearbox uses sealed rotary sensors

 User application article   Penny + Giles has supplied its SRS280 rotary position sensors to Ray Mallock (RML) for the MG Lola LMP2 and Chevrolet Lacetti world touring car models to precisely measure gearbox position.  Brochure available  

News from Penny + Giles (13 April 2007)

Range of miniature ceramic tilt sensors

Inertial Aerosystems has introduced two versions of a miniature fluid-filled tilt sensor manufactured by US-based Applied Geomechanics, suitable for structural monitoring and machine levelling.  Brochure available  

News from Inertial Aerosystems UK (13 April 2007)

Piezoelectric vibration sensors warn users

A series of piezoelectric vibration sensors designed specifically to monitor the vibration levels on plant and machinery has been introduced by Hansford Sensors.

News from Hansford Sensors ( 4 April 2007)

Low-profile mass interconnect test system

Designed for consolidating multiple test instrument connections in rack-mount and benchtop test applications, the S6 Skeeter low-profile mass interconnect system is now available from Peak.

News from Peak Test Services (29 March 2007)

Data logger display and programmer unit

Integral display backlighting is available as standard in all VEGA transmitters for level or pressure measurement using the common plics system and instrument display, PLICSOM.  Brochure available  

News from Vega Controls UK (20 March 2007)

Platform for point-of-use diagnostic devices

Sensortec and MiniFAB are collaborating to provide a faster and lower cost microfluidic biosensor development platform allowing more rapid development of point-of-use diagnostic devices.

News from Universal Sensors (12 March 2007)

Sensor combines photoelectric range and simplicity

Balluff New Optoprox has a rugged construction and reliable fixed sensing distance that is suitable for a wide variety of target materials.

News from Balluff UK (12 March 2007)

LVDT controllers for measurement and control

Macro Sensors has designed intelligent micro processor based dual-channel digital controllers and indicators that can be used in a variety of industrial measurement and control applications.

News from Macro Sensors ( 9 March 2007)

Wire-harness and connector probes in catalogue

Wire-harness and connector probes are covered in a shortform catalogue produced by Peak Test Services.

News from Peak Test Services ( 1 March 2007)

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