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Baumer hygienic pressure sensor

October 15, 2018

The Baumer hygienic pressure sensor has an IP69K-rated stainless steel housing, a condensate-proof silicon measuring cell, a scaled pressure range from -1 to 40 bar, a media temperature range from -20°C to 125°C and a variety of process connections.

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Flowline EchoPro solids level sensors

October 10, 2018

EchoPro 26 GHz pulse radar solids level sensors work with powders, grains, pellets and aggregates in dusty environments with limited space and varying angles of material repose.

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ABB Ability motor sensor

October 10, 2018

The ABB Ability smart sensor attaches to a motor frame without wires and uses Bluetooth Low Energy to communicate operational data to a smartphone app, desktop PC or, in encrypted form, to the cloud for advanced analytics.

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Endress+Hauser Memosens CCS50D chlorine dioxide sensor

September 11, 2018

The Endress+Hauser Memosens CCS50D chlorine dioxide sensor features a convex membrane made of dense, dirt-repellent material that prevents soiling and resists biofouling.

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Flowline EchoTouch Liquid level sensors

September 10, 2018

Flowline EchoTouch reflective-ultrasonic level sensors work in condensation.

Engineering R&D

How to ensure perfect pasta

Getting pasta right has always been hit or miss, but a newly designed sensing and monitoring system closes the loop on quality

Wayne Labs

August 20, 2018

Bühler’s Pasta and Noodles business unit had been hearing from pasta makers facing the dilemma of getting pasta perfect. Sensors helped solve the problem.

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Fluke 3561 FC vibration sensor

August 9, 2018

The Fluke 3561 FC wireless vibration sensor remotely captures simple vibration screening data on imbalance and misalignment.

Sensing technology

Wireless sensors help prevent critical line stoppages

Wireless sensors mount on a motor and send data to the cloud or plant network for analytics

Wayne Labs

August 3, 2018

It is estimated that electric motors account for 45 per cent of global electricity demand. That’s not surprising when you consider that they’re used to drive everything from pumps and fans to compressors in industries as varied as industrial, commercial, agricultural and transport.

Automation Series

How to get the most out of sensors

Processors can get more out of sensing technology than ever, but only if they do their due diligence.

Casey Laughman

August 1, 2018

Sensors can help ensure that automated processes are working correctly, provide feedback on production and improve quality control efforts. But food processors have to be sure that they understand what they need to do to get the most out of their sensing technology.