More than 200 journalists from across Europe—and as far away as the United States and China—came to today’s press preview for the Hannover Messe 2018, scheduled for April 23-27 in this northern German industrial city. This year’s event will see some differences to prior fairs. In previous odd-numbered years, there was a special focus on…
Inductive Proximity Sensor Boasts Ease of Use
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…
Laser Scanner for Improved Safety and Increased Productivity
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…
Compact yet Tough Photoelectric Sensors
Giving up ruggedness for size is usually not a good tradeoff. SICK PowerProx photoelectric sensors avoid this compromise and provide reliable detection over long sensing ranges in a…
H18 SureSense Photoelectric Sensors for a Wide Range of Sensing Applications
SICK, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, encoders and automatic identification solutions for factory, logistics, and process automation, today announced the launch of the H18 SureSense family of photoelectric sensors for reliable detection in a wide range of sensing applications. For optimal performance at all times, the sensors’ signal strength light…
SICK safety experts publish updated guide for safe machinery
病了,一个制造商的传感器、安全系统、machine vision, encoders and automatic identification solutions for factory, logistics, and process automation, announced the availability of its newly updated “Guidelines for Safe Machinery – Six Steps to a Safe Machine.” The expanded 180-page, illustrated guide contains safety requirements and guidelines for North America to ensure the safety…
Eliminate product gaps on conveyor lines
The space between products moving on a conveyor line may fit the operating limits of some conveying equipment, but it also reduces productivity. A new sensor promises to eliminate those gaps, thereby improving output. The DeltaPac MultiTask photoelectric sensor precisely counts, detects and differentiates between successive packaging items on conveyor belts. The IP 67-rated sensor,…
Absolute Encoders Fit in Cramped Application Spaces
SICK’s AHS/AHM36 absolute encoders are only 36 mm in diameter. The single-turn and multi-turn magnetic encoders have a 270° rotating M12 connector or cable outlet for easier installation…
SICK’s compact AHS/AHM36 absolute encoders
病了,一个制造商的传感器、安全系统、machine vision, encoders and automatic identification solutions for factory and logistics automation, announced the launch of the AHS/AHM36 absolute encoders. In addition to a small 36 mm diameter, these singleturn and multiturn encoders have a 270-degree rotating M12 connector or cable outlet that enables flexible, time-saving installation in…
SICK’s CLV600 series bar code scanners with IP 69K housing
病了,一个制造商的传感器、安全系统、machine vision, encoders and automatic identification solutions for factory and logistics automation, announced the launch of the CLV600 IP 69K Housing bar code scanners, which provide high read rates in challenging conditions. The IP 69K housing is completely waterproof, enabling the scanners to be used in harsh wash…
SICK’s Compact CLV610 Bar Codes Scanner
病了,一个制造商的传感器、安全系统、machine vision, encoders and automatic identification solutions for factory and logistics automation, today announced the launch of the CLV610 fixed-mount 1D bar code scanners for warehouse and distribution center applications. The CLV610 is a compact, industrial, laser-based scanner that is ideal for short reading distances with a large…
Reflective /Infrared Sensors Help Control Product Flow on Conveyors
Intended for zero pressure accumulation applications, SICK’s recently launched R/IR sensors are designed to be mounted between the rollers on conveyors where mounting space is limited. The mounting…
SICK’s New Compact, User-programmable DFS2X Incremental Encoders
SICK announced the launch of the DFS2X line of programmable incremental encoders. These 16-bit encoders feature a compact, rugged mechanical design and a metal code disc that fits…
Compact DBS36 and DBS50 Incremental Encoders Provide Reliable Feedback
SICK announced the launch of the DBS36 and DBS50 incremental encoders. The 36 mm housing of the DBS36 and the 50 mm housing of the DBS50 provide a…
Choosing the Right Sensors for Industrial Applications
需要特殊de工业传感应用sign considerations to address technical challenges. One of the main criteria that a user has to consider is the choice of technology used for the sensor. However, this is just the start. By watching this 1-hour webinar, you will gain a better understanding of the key factors necessary to make…
Magnetic Positioning Sensor Delivers Analog Output
In spite of the digital quest, many sensors, especially in industrial applications still require analog outputs. So SICK’s newest MPA magnetic positioning sensor has both a 4 to…
Absolute encoders connect to Ethernet
The AFS60 and AFM60 absolute, dual-port Ethernet encoders connect with EtherNet/IP, PROFINET RT and EtherCAT. The single turn AFS60 and the multi-turn AFM60 have an embedded switch that reduces external switching components and re-routes data when cable breaks in the network are detected. The encoders have diagnostic functions, including temperature and acceleration monitoring, and a…
SICK Launches Compact, Industrial-grade TiM310 Laser Scanner
SICK announced the launch of the TiM310 field detection laser scanner for anti-collision and presence detection. The TiM310 is a low-cost, industrial-grade laser scanner that is enclosed in a compact aluminum housing with an IP 65 enclosure rating. The TiM310 is approximately the size of a baseball and weighs about a third of a pound. The…
Detect Tough Objects with Dual Light Source
The optics in the SICK WTB4 MultiLine Photoelectric sensor create two line-shaped light spots. This allows the sensor to continuously detect objects with large gaps, such as PCBs,…
Pattern Recognition Used for Label Applications
Instead of using print marks or place markers, SICK’s ML20 Markless sensor is based on pattern recognition technology. This means that web film control in bottling and labeling…
TTK70 absolute linear encoder with compact read head by SICK
Sick has launched a compact absolute linear encoder specifically designed as a motor feedback system for linear motors or for positioning machine tools and robotics. Offering a reliable alternative to fragile optical scales, the TTK70 comes with sub-micron resolution as well as an accuracy of +/-10 microns. The high-performance magnetic encoder features a compact yet […]