Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Proximity Switches",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Hydraulic cylinders are cushioned for control from
Bosch Rexroth - Hydraulics, which we summarised at the time by saying "Rexroth's CDM1 cylinder series covers a wide performance spectrum at a standard nominal pressure of 160bar".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Photo-electric sensors spot small objects from
Siemens Automation and Drives: "Siemens Automation and Drives' proximity sensors can detect objects in a range of sizes, at ranges of up to 30m".
In March 2007, we covered the news from OEM Automatic
concerning its Electrical products
- take a look at Electrical products come together
which says: "Electrical catalogue contains many new products from both new and existing suppliers".
Take a look also at the news release from Schunk Intec, Workholding and automation on show,
as well as Acquisition gets a grip on a wider range from Schunk Intec,
and Dublin debut for flexible vice unit from Schunk Intec.
See also:
Proximity switches are versatile and robust
(September 2006)
Capacitive proximity switches in M12 format offer a versatile and robust detector for nonmetallic objects
Pneumatic grippers have longer fingers
(August 2006)
Grippers are equipped with a precise multi-tooth guidance so that forces and moments are spread over several surfaces, thereby enabling longer fingers
Open standard offers open dialogue
(July 2006)
Last year Sick was the first company to offer a fieldbus-enabled standard sensor - the WT18-33 photoelectric proximity switch
Industrial I/O pad goes wireless
(July 2006)
A wireless I/O pad simplifies the process of transmitting and receiving data via a central control system for complex automated applications in factories
Simple drive takes control of rotational casting
(July 2006)
The Commander SK simple AC drive has been selected as an essential component in a revolutionary rotational casting machine designed and manufactured by Ethical Innovatory Solutions
Proximity switches withstand rough treatment
(July 2006)
Rectangular inductive proximity switches are suited for tough environments, and the long sensing ranges of 20mm (flush) and 40mm (nonflush) help to keep them away from mechanical damage
Photoelectric sensors are more intelligent
(June 2006)
Sensors offer machine builders and end users enhanced levels of performance and functionality claimed to set new and elevated benchmarks in the world of industrial sensing
Four-finger gripper handles cylindrical workpieces
(April 2006)
Four-finger concentric gripper for where cylindrical workpieces are magazined on one level can hold coplanar and cylindrical workpieces at a high positioning accuracy
Machine safety fences meet robotic standards
(March 2006)
A complete range of machine safety fence components includes single and double doors
Distributed I/O from safety system
(March 2006)
Safety network controller devices integrate and evaluate any combination of safety input and actuator devices into Devicenet safety networks, using local or remote safety capable inputs and outputs
News on the Analogue inductive proximity switches from IFM Electronic
(February 2006)
Proximity switches safely detect small changes in distance and provide a linear analogue signal - depending on the version - with a 0 to 10V or 4 to 20mA output
Robotic parts feeding on show at MACH 2006
(January 2006)
At MACH 2006, ABB will team up with RNA Automation and Svensk Industriautomation to exhibit the Miniflex, a powerful new robotic parts feeding system based around the IRB 140 six-axis robot
Gripper hangs on tightly
(December 2005)
ZK Series toggle tongs gripper from Techno-Sommer Automatic has closing force of up to 4200Ncm to hold, squeeze or cut wires, cables or chains
Getting to grips with O-ring application
(December 2005)
A new six-finger O-ring assembly gripper from Techno-Sommer Automatic features a clever design
Grippers handle large and heavy parts
(June 2005)
The Series GRR Guardian line of grippers provide high grip force and are available in long jaw travels of 150, 200, 250 and 350mm
Proximity switches promise reliable performance
(May 2005)
Moeller Electric has launched a range of flexible user-friendly electronic proximity switches that complete its industrial automation product folio
Inductive proximity switches handle the heat
(April 2005)
A new range of inductive proximity switches is designed for use in demanding high temperature applications
Compact actuators handle heavy loads
(February 2005)
The AGMS compact air cylinder offer a high performance solution for linear motion applications that require short strokes coupled with compact boundary dimensions and high loading capability
Proximity switch squeezes into 5mm hole
(February 2005)
Active Switch and Sensor has released a new range of threaded metal and plastic reed proximity switches
Reed proximity switch is only 24mm long
(February 2005)
The RM525 reed proximity switch has a strong brass/nickel plated housing, but is only 24mm long
Inductive sensors handle tough duties
(February 2005)
The new IFRD range of inductive proximity switches comes fully encapsulated in V4A steel
Rotary actuators come in compact packages
(January 2005)
The Series AGR rotary actuator features extremely ultrathin profile and bearing supported flange to provide an extremely compact package for tight space applications
Experienced regional manager joins Wago
(November 2004)
Wago Corporation has appointed Jeff Cox as regional sales manager covering the area of Southern Wisconsin (USA)
Proximity sensors made in Europe
(October 2004)
Omron continues to invest heavily in Europe, and has now expanded its sensor development and manufacturing capacities at Nufringen near Stuttgart, Germany
Range packages signal conditioning experience
(October 2004)
The Omniterm B series product range is expanding and there is now a formidable lineup of product options for SIL 1 applications and with selected modules having Ex i ratings
Accessories complement pneumatic actuator range
(August 2004)
Ultraflo has a new range of accessories for its complete line of pneumatic actuators
Tiny proximity switches sense further
(July 2004)
The world's smallest self-contained proximity switches now have extended sensing distance
Stainless-steel grippers are clean enough for food
(June 2004)
Claimed to be the first of its kind in gripper technology, the Schunk model LMG-64 stainless-steel gripper answers the challenge for automation technology in the food processing industry
Easy installation for threaded proximity switches
(June 2004)
Active has released a range of threaded magnetic reed switch proximity switches
Proximity switches show their mettle for welding
(June 2004)
A new range of proximity sensors from IFM Electronic's Efector M Series can now deal with all the problems associated with welding
Ultrasonic switch is realistic alternative
(April 2004)
The new UPL200 ultrasonic proximity switch is designed for close range detection up to 200mm
Photoswitch shrinks into M12 housing
(January 2004)
Erwin Sick has released its latest range of V12 photoelectric switches, all redesigned and rehoused in cylindrical M12 housings
Electric actuators upgrade refinery
(January 2004)
The Fina Antwerp Olefins refinery has been the subject of a thorough revamp and expansion project known as NC2X, which is now in its final stages
New standard for rotary actuators
(December 2003)
Incorporating the latest technological advancements, the SRU rotary actuator is at the leading edge of technology