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RFID handhelds speed up offline data collection
Being able to read and write data to RFID tags using handheld programming helps to easily and reliably manage data, and in some cases increases the visibility and effectiveness of the process.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 October 2009
Balluff provides highly accelerated life testing
Balluff routinely subjects its sensors and linear displacement systems to Halt (highly accelerated life test) testing at the company's testing facility.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 October 2009
S2E rotary encoder provides positional information
Balluff's S2E Rotary BML rotary encoder provides positional information for applications such as conveyors, speed control and angle measurement.
News from Engineeringtalk, 24 September 2009
Balluff announces BTL7 linear transducers
Balluff has introduced the latest Micropulse BTL7 linear transducers, offering advanced technical properties and functions.
News from Engineeringtalk, 10 August 2009
S2E encoder withstands extreme environments
Balluff has announced that its S2E Rotary BML encoder has an IP67 rating, certifying its ability to withstand harsh environments.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 July 2009
Airbus uses Balluff sensors in A380 restrooms
Airbus is equipping the restrooms in its four-engine large-body A380 with a titanium mixer tap using Balluff's Smartlevel technology.
News from Engineeringtalk, 18 May 2009
Balluff releases Smartlevel sensors
Smartlevel sensors from Balluff provide accurate level detection in demanding applications where extensive foaming, filming, and material build-up are present.
News from Engineeringtalk, 7 May 2009
Balluff reveals flush-mountable C-slot sensor
Balluff has expanded its range of miniature BMF magnetic field sensors with the BMF 204K, a flush- mountable C-slot sensor with integrated holding.
News from Engineeringtalk, 24 March 2009
Balluff unveils Steelface sensor
Balluff has released the extra-rugged Steelface sensor, to reduce replacement costs and production downtime.
News from Engineeringtalk, 24 March 2009
Switch-mode power supplies for automation control
Balluff has introduced a line of rugged primary switch-mode power supplies, for automation-control applications.
News from Engineeringtalk, 11 March 2009
IO-Link simplifies Profibus-network modification
Balluff's new IO-Link system enables quick and easy expansion or simplification of Profibus and Profinet networks.
News from Engineeringtalk, 23 February 2009
Balluff unveils BOS 50K diffuse sensor
Balluff has introduced the BOS 50K diffuse sensor, which is rated to IP67 and has background suppression.
News from Engineeringtalk, 15 January 2009
Vision sensor runs seven tasks at once
Vision sensor can be placed virtually anywhere a photoelectric sensor can be mounted to provide reliable product detection, part configuration and dimensional and/or position confirmation.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 July 2008
Jacket, wrap and sheets protect in weld cells
Weld Repel silicone cable jacket and silicone self-bonding wrap provide a new measure of protection and long life to control products when used in weld cells.
News from Engineeringtalk, 4 July 2008
Sensors survive in welding applications
Armed with a one-piece gun-drilled stainless-steel housing, SteelFace sensors can take multiple hits and still function properly.
News from Engineeringtalk, 3 July 2008
Photoelectric sensors cover all options
Miniature photoelectric sensors offer four different sensing modes - diffuse, diffuse with background suppression, retroreflective and through-beam.
News from Engineeringtalk, 3 July 2008
Tiny magnetic field sensor offers easy fitting
Balluff's miniature BMF 273 magnetic field sensor measures 27 x 3 x 5mm and is suitable for especially small grippers and cylinders.
News from Engineeringtalk, 30 January 2008
New facility provides training opportunities
Balluff's new facility is intended to be a centre of excellence for product training for its UK and Ireland manufacturing partners.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 January 2008
Tiny photoelectric guards resist moisture
Balluff, internationally known for the latest sensor technology have completed their safety range by including category 2 and 4 photoelectric guards from Safety Controls.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 January 2008
More options in magnetic field sensors
Sensors are encased in aluminium housings, making them highly resistant to mechanical stress.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 January 2008
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