In-line process transmitter to optimise sterile processes February 2024, WIKA Instruments The new model DMSU22SA in-line process transmitter from WIKA helps to optimise sterile processes in the pharmaceutical and food industries, with less energy consumption, less cleaning effort ,and more safety.
Automated clean-in-place February 2024, Endress+Hauser South Africa A clean-in-place (CIP) process is integral to a food and beverage producer’s responsibility to deliver safe, high-quality products to consumers. However, as industries worldwide shift focus towards sustainability, CIP procedures face new challenges.
Signal conditioning is the protective armour between plant and field February 2024, Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists Measurement and control of physical properties are the foundation of all critical industrial technologies. Ian Loudon, international sales and marketing manager at remote monitoring specialist, Omniflex explains the challenges of industrial signal conditioning and the importance of safety engineering.
Precise detection of complex rotational movements January 2024, Beckhoff Automation The EP3751-0260 EtherCAT Box module by Beckhoff connects an acceleration sensor with an inertial measurement unit - a gyroscope. This provides accurate detection of acceleration and rotational motion in addition to shock, vibration and tilt measurement, both as preprocessed values and as raw sensor data.
New generation of innovative photoelectric distance sensors January 2024, ifm - South Africa Thanks to innovative photonic mixer device (PMD) technology, the OGD photoelectric distance sensor from ifm detects objects with extreme precision up to a range of 2 metres.
Telco sensors for accuracy and reliability November 2023, Gail Norton Instrumentation Photoelectric eyes have always needed perfect working conditions, but in the workplace, there is no such thing.
The challenge of accurate counting of transparent bottles November 2023, Turck Banner Southern Africa Detecting and counting clear bottles in pharmaceutical, food and beverage applications has been a difficult sensing challenge. The World-Beam QS30 clear object sensor from Turck Banner has been created specifically to detect and count clear objects reliably.
Predictive maintenance can drive costs down November 2023, Omron Electronics Unplanned machine downtime is a huge headache for businesses. To combat this, manufacturers are looking for innovative solutions that go beyond traditional preventive maintenance.
Optical sensing and indication in one device November 2023, Turck Banner Southern Africa The new PVS28 optical and indication sensor provides visual operator guidance, with touchless activation for fast and reliable picking, assembly and fulfilment applications. It features both optical sensing and intuitive indication in one device.
Smart sensor solutions for sustainable farming practices November 2023, ifm - South Africa Sustainability is a key theme of World Food Month. Smart sensor solutions from ifm support sustainable farming practices by helping farmers use resources more efficiently. By optimising irrigation, fertilisation and pest control, these sensors reduce the environmental impact of agriculture, while increasing yields.
New generation of photoelectric distance sensors October 2023, ifm - South Africa Thanks to innovative photonic mixer device (PMD) technology, the OGD photoelectric distance sensor from ifm detects objects with extreme precision up to a range of 2 metres.
Innovative technology revolutionises 3D measurement October 2023, Pepperl+Fuchs From industrial automation, to autonomous vehicles, to care robots, mastering the challenges of the future will require powerful 3D sensors that capture their surroundings quickly, comprehensively and with millimetre precision. A technological innovation from Pepperl+Fuchs, in cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology (ISIT), enables 3D measurement with maximum precision and performance while remaining highly cost-efficient.
Vision system for surgical tool inspection October 2023 Fisher Smit used its vision expertise to take on the challenge of developing a system that meets the stringent standards of the medical sector.
Monitoring in-line accumulation on a single filer October 2023, Turck Banner Southern Africa Monitoring clear bottles as they are removed from a depalletiser and progress through a single filer can be challenging. The Q5X laser distance sensor from Turck Banner solves this problem.
Sensors in conveyor belt monitoring October 2023, Gail Norton Instrumentation We all know how high the costs of damaged conveyors can be. Gail Norton Instrumentation Agencies has designed a unit that can effectively monitor conveyors and stop further damage.
Ultrasonic sensors with built-in CAN interface October 2023, Pepperl+Fuchs Pepperl+Fuchs is breaking new ground in ultrasonic sensor technology for CAN-based applications in mobile machines. For the first time, machine builders can now use E1-approved ultrasonic sensors with an integrated CAN interface in their mobile machines. This makes the costly and time-consuming integration of additional CAN interfaces a thing of the past.
Connectors for easy visual indication October 2023, Turck Banner Southern Africa The S15L Series In-Line Sensor Status Indicator is an ideal accessory in industries that require highly visible indication, such as automotive, material handling, and general assembly.
Monitoring add-on for ifm Vision Assistant October 2023, ifm - South Africa With the Monitoring Tool as an add-on for the ifm Vision Assistant, it is possible to combine the image and process data of the vision sensors in a network on a dashboard. This provides a clear overview at all times of relevant live images, statistics on good and bad parts, and status messages from the sensors.
Keep your ear to the ground October 2023, SKF South Africa The SKF TKST 21 Stethoscope is a high-quality handheld instrument that monitors noise in bearings, machines and components.