Measuring gases and vapours Hiden
Analytical exhibited their latest version of the HPR-20 QIC
compact benchtop gas analyser. This samples gas aand vapours from near
atmospheric pressure continually monitoring multiple gas species and
tracking gas concentration changes over more than six decades. They
also gave details and data from their latest SIMS systems.
PROFIBUS/PROFINET modular expansion system
Balluff's new IO-Link system enables quick and
easy expansion or simplification of Profibus and Profinet networks.
Users and OEM equipment builders can now achieve a higher level of
flexibility and easier system modification for their networks at
significantly lower costs. (Stand 1260)
New from Eurolec Eurolec Instrumentation Ltd is introducing their new
attractively styled, robust Euro-temp & Euro-manoseries microprocessor
based portable thermometers/probes and differential manometers.
Also their new CS Series comprises of two dry block "black body"
sources for calibration with a temperature control system and a pocket
for a reference thermometer. Model CS173 features a range of +30 to
+200°C and model CS174 features a range of 40°C below ambient (approx.
-20°C) to +85°C, together with 0.01°C resolution between -19.99°C to +
85.00°C.
Festo drives modules!
Festo launched an intelligent multi-axis control module for
electric drives. The new CPX-CMXX module is a highly integrated
plug-in unit designed for use with Festo's renowned CPX series of
multifunctional control terminals. The module is particularly easy to
configure and set up using Festo's FCT software tool, and helps
dispense with the need for a considerable amount of system wiring,
making it a very elegant drop-in control solution for single and
multiple axis drives. These attributes will undoubtedly prove popular
with OEMs and system integrators seeking to reduce their time to
market. (Stand 19)
Roxspur flow measurement of gases The Platon Flobar from RM&C is used for cost-effective flow
measurement of gases, liquids or steam.
Flobar's unique profile offers accurate and repeatable measurement
over a wide flow turndown. (Stand 1022)
Much more than Infra-Red! We already know of Fluke for its range of Infra-Red thermometers
including the Raytek and Ircon brands, but they also produce a huge
range of other test instruments that not only measure temperature but
also power quality analysers, air quality, scopemeters, process
calibrators, multimeters and many other electrical testers. Radir are main British and
Irish distributors for this range on stand 1644.
Emerson to Present Smart Wireless Paper Realising Operational Safety and Business Benefits from Wireless Technology
Andy Wallace, Business Manager for Wireless Solutions with Emerson
Process Management, will present a paper entitled "Realising
Operational Safety and Business Benefits from Wireless Technology" as
part of the Wireless Solutions for Automation seminar programme.
Featuring real world applications of their Smart Wireless
self-organising technology, the presentation will describe why this
innovative technology is being embraced by the process industry.
Piezoelectric sensors make miniature joining module sensitive & precise The new NCFT Type 2157A electromechanical joining module from Kistler Instruments has been designed specifically for applications where precise
positioning and reliable repeatability must be combined with very small joining forces. Typically,
the new module will be ideal for manual and automated assembly of small and miniature components
such as inserting small bearings and gear wheels into miniature gearboxes. Based on the well proven
design of Kistler's large joining modules, the new module uses integrated force-displacement
monitoring to achieve 100% quality assurance throughout the joining phase. (Stand 856)
RDP Electronics to exhibit comprehensive transducer range
Transducer solutions specialists RDP Electronics Ltd will be showing the latest developments in
sensor technology at the show. Offering a comprehensive range of transducers, which includes load
cells, pressure sensors, LVDTs, torque and magnetostrictive transducers complete with
instrumentation and measurement software; RDP are specialists in providing cost effective solutions
to a broad range of measurement needs, right from the point of measurement through to PC display of
data. (Stand 872)
Versatile Camera Technology Highlighted Stemmer Imaging (formerly Firstsight Vision) will be showing the Spyder 3 Colour CameraLink
linescan camera from Dalsa for the first time at VTX. Based on the established Spyder 3 dual line
scan monochrome model, this camera provides high colour fidelity, flexibility, and excellent
price/performance. The red and blue colour pixels alternate in one line and all the green pixels are
in the other line with no spacing between the lines. The camera offers several colour output format
options, including RGB, RG/BG, or G only to meet different imaging requirements.
Increased demand for gas detector Incorporating Owlstone's proprietary FAIMS technology, Lonestar
offers the flexibility to provide both rapid alerts and detailed
sample analysis. It can be trained to respond to a broad range of
chemical scenarios and can be easily integrated with other sensors and
third party systems to provide a complete monitoring solution. As a
result, it is suitable for a broad variety of application
ranging from online/at line process monitoring to lab based R&D.
ASM sensors for medical and aerospace
ASM had their biggest ever stand this year at mtec'09. They showed
their range of sensors and introduced the WS31 cable extension sensor
series with a new mounting bracket. This is ideal for OEM and in the
medical and aerospace testing applications.
Relative
humidity products from Michell
Key products in this years show from Michell
Instruments was the recently launched S8000 Intergral. This cooled mirror hygrometer is
able to cope with sample gas at pressures of up to 17 barg. This means
a reduced response time which can help save users time and money in
dry applications - such as compressed air manufacture - where low
dew-points are reached. (Stand 832)
Fine pressure and flow measurement Huba Control develops, manufactures and markets components designed
exclusively for the measurement of pressure. These are pressure
switches (switching elements on/off), pressure sensors and pressure
transmitters (sensors with integrated amplified electronic). Pressure
sensor technology from 1 mbar to 1000 bar.
Futuristic self balencing transportation device!
Tired of walking endless lanes in exhibition
halls? Well highlight of the Variohm Eurosensor exhibit was the Segway® Personal Transporter. The unique
balancing system of this extraordinary device, the LeanSteer system, uses the
compact and robust SP2880 angular position sensor from German
manufacturer Novotechnik, who is represented exclusively in Britain and
Ireland by Variohm EuroSensor.
New contactless rotary position sensor with dual outputs Penny + Giles has launched a new
contactless rotary position sensor with dual outputs, SRH280DP. The
new sensor incorporates a factory programmable Hall effect sensor and
has two outputs that can be programmed individually. As a result, it
provides reliable and accurate rotary position measurement in extreme
industrial and off-highway environments, allowing users to improve the
safety and integrity of their control systems.
They have also launched a new robust tilt sensor, STT500, for use in safety critical applications used on cranes and lifting platforms.
X-Ray inspection 3DX-Ray demonstrates its x-ray inspection capability to
detect, measure and analyse features hidden from view employing
advanced non-destructive testing techniques. The Company offers
automated, real-time, in-line and off-line turnkey systems for cost
effective solutions for quality inspection.
National Instruments continue innovation at show
Visit stand 820 in the MTEC hall to experience the latest NI product
innovations in virtual instrumentation through modular hardware,
powerful software, and advanced COTS (custom off-the-shelf Systems)
platforms.
They will showcase the latest addition to the data acquisition
family, Wi-Fi DAQ. NI Wi-Fi data acquisition (DAQ) devices combine
IEEE 802.11 wireless or Ethernet communication, direct sensor
connectivity, and the flexibility of NI LabVIEW software for remote
monitoring of electrical, physical, mechanical, and acoustical
signals. With built-in signal conditioning and the highest
commercially available network security, NI Wi-Fi DAQ devices stream
data in real time for easy-to-use, high-performance remote
measurements.
New format for UKIVA seminars at VTX Exhibition
The UK Industrial Vision Association (UKIVA) has restructured its programme of free seminars for mtec's co-located
Vision Technology Exhibition (VTX). In an exciting innovation, the 'Vision For
All' programme will contain a conference session, hosted by UKIVA member Imaging & Machine Vision
Europe, featuring four practical case studies, presented by the end users themselves. Each paper
will last for 15-20 minutes and will offer a detailed example of a real-life, working machine vision
installation, with the emphasis on the user/customer and their experiences of using machine vision
rather than rather than from the vendor's perspective. Aspects to be covered will include:
identifying the initial problem; the tendering exercise; site survey; installation (time/disruption
etc), commissioning, operation, cost, and the subsequent savings and improvements resulting from the
use of the vision system.
Manufacturing in
the UK is changing and Canon Communications is leading
the way for UK manufacturers with a series of co-located exhibitions to
create a unique forum for all the new, innovative technologies and
strategies that UK companies of every size can utilise to help them
increase quality and productivity while also reducing costs and adopting
environmentally-friendly processes.
From industrial automation, high-precision and lean manufacturing
technologies as well as green manufacturing processes, we combine with a comprehensive array of the products and services used in the life
sciences and medical technology industries to create an unrivalled forum
for future of UK manufacturing.
has launched a new
contactless rotary position sensor with dual outputs, SRH280DP. The
new sensor incorporates a factory programmable Hall effect sensor and
has two outputs that can be programmed individually. As a result, it
provides reliable and accurate rotary position measurement in extreme
industrial and off-highway environments, allowing users to improve the
safety and integrity of their control systems.
