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Listing of all 59 news releases from Balluff UK:

Open standard interface for sensors introduced

An open standard interface is simple to use, quick and easy to install and compatible to existing field bus platforms such as PROFIBUS and DeviceNet.

News from Balluff UK (19 February 2008)

T-slot magnetic field sensors are 'weld-immune'

Encased in aluminium housing to resist mechanical stress, a range of T-slot magnetic field sensors include weld immune and high temperature versions.

News from Balluff UK (30 January 2008)

Tool management - increase machine tool usage

Technical background article Comparing manual and automated RFID tool management, Balluff shows ways to save money, improve productivity, increase tool life, reduce waste, and increase machine up-time.

News from Balluff UK ( 3 September 2007)

Properly mounted sensors resist arc welding

Technical background article Review sensor choice, the way they are located, how they mounted and how they are connected and the result will be higher welding cell efficiency and lower costs, said Balluff UK.

News from Balluff UK (20 August 2007)

Inductive ID identifies engines after assembly

User application article Wishing to improve traceability of completed small engines coming off an assembly line, a USA company is using a passive inductive ID system to identify specific engines within a production batch.

News from Balluff UK (10 August 2007)

Mounting brackets simplify sensors mounting

A system of easy to use, heavy duty, mounting brackets and clamps eliminates the time and expense of having to make, in-house, mounting equipment for sensors on machinery.

News from Balluff UK ( 9 August 2007)

Colour sensors reliably match car carpet sets

User application article Automotive customers have absolute standards for colour matching carpet pieces and use of a colour sensor has substantially increased yields of perfect carpet sets and lowered scrap rate.

News from Balluff UK ( 7 August 2007)

Flexible adaptor places sensors in tight areas

To ensure that its sensors can be used in inaccessible locations, Balluff has developed a flexible adapter ring for exact positioning of sensors in machines and equipment.

News from Balluff UK ( 6 August 2007)

Automate tool management and save costs

Technical background article Comparing manual tool management with RFID automated tool management, Balluff looks at ways to save money, improve productivity and increase cutting tool life.

News from Balluff UK ( 6 June 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)

Photoelectric guards meet IP69K standard

The latest photoelectric guards in the demanding IP69K standard are able to withstand high pressure cleaning and available with protected heights from 330mm to 1130mm.

News from Balluff UK (18 October 2006)

Rugged sensors have extended range

Combination of rugged housing and extended sensing range makes sensors ideal for incurring contact and a longer sensing distance allows the sensor to be mounted away from target.

News from Balluff UK (24 July 2006)

Parallel ID system improves quality control

User application article Parallel ID system improves quality control as data exchange between the carrier and the read head is non contac, wear-free and withstands machine tool environments.

News from Balluff UK (14 July 2006)

Grasping the need for sensors

Technical background article We use observation and logical design to replicate and enhance the human process, writes Ian Greenhalgh and Russell Smith likes to look at the application first hand and to prove the sensor.

News from Balluff UK (14 July 2006)

Transducer offers non-contact positioning accuracy

BIW transducer is believed to be a first in linear positioning technology - offering superior non-contact positioning accuracy in a form factor matching a linear pot, with a price that is comparable.

News from Balluff UK ( 3 July 2006)

Through-beam angle sensors are powerful

Three heavy-duty L-shaped through-beam sensors with powerful infrared light source feature a rugged corrosion resistant steel housing that resists multiple impacts without loss of function.

News from Balluff UK (29 June 2006)

Inductive proximity switches offer reliability

A range of miniature inductive proximity switches offers the user high operating reliability with low installation cost and minimal adjustment effort through its extended sensing range.

News from Balluff UK (13 June 2006)

Extremely rugged sensors withstand 500 lbf/in2

An inductive sensor, in a milled one-piece SS body has an impact and abrasion resistant face designed to survive longer in environments where mechanical damage is an issue.

News from Balluff UK (13 June 2006)

Improve part traceability in machine tools

At the recent UK MACH 2006 show, Balluff showed its latest high speed RFID system and identification systems to improve part traceability and accountability in harsh machine tool environments.

News from Balluff UK (13 June 2006)

Improve traceability, accountability in machining

Improve traceability and accountability of manufacturing processes in harsh machine tool environments with identification systems that provide reliable product tracking and identification.