Operating in ATEX Zone 2 environments often presents unique challenges, but smarter solutions can significantly reduce complexity, improve safety, and lower lifetime costs, says Tony Coghlan

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Many engineers still rely on manual calibration methods to ensure their measurement tools are accurate. However, as technology advances and industries push for greater efficiency, it’s becoming clear that digital calibration tools offer a faster, more accurate alternative

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As wind turbines grow larger and are placed in more challenging environments, advanced automation systems and precision sensors are becoming essential for optimising performance, reducing wear, and enabling predictive maintenance, says Mark Weymouth

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Measuring technical mirrors is a constant challenge in the optics industry. Glenn Wedgbrow looks at how special sensors and measuring systems can be used to can help solve these tasks with the highest precision

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New technologies like cloud computing, Ethernet, and open communication standards are transforming chemical plant operations by unlocking valuable process and diagnostic data

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Endress+Hauser's Clive Poyser explores how instrumentation maintenance practices are changing and what that means for your processes

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Smart sensors have become an essential component in many manufacturing systems as the demand for ever more sophisticated automation continues apace. This was illustrated by a recent project which saw Baumer provide its sensor solutions for Weber Maschinenbau’s sandwich production line.

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Keeping abreast of the evolving sensor technology landscape will help industrial operators get a better picture of asset health, says Milesh Patel

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Obtaining torque measurements from a turning shaft necessitates a degree of engineering ingenuity, while it's necessary to take multiple factors into account, explains Tony Ingham

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To optimise measurement and control accuracy for low liquid volumes, Coriolis sensors are often the prime technology choice. Providing a true mass flow reading with accuracy down to ±0.2%, these devices are also highly repeatable.

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Micro-Epsilon's thicknessGAUGE was selected by Mahle Engine Systems to measure the thickness and warp of metal strip materials

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With the automation technologies found in the factory environment increasingly converging, it's important to have optimal solutions for applications that extend beyond primary processes

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SUSTAINABILITY DOESN'T have to come at a cost, in fact many companies are finding that their initiatives are saving them money. Turck Banner have identified three broad areas where they can assist companies in saving costs, as well as becoming more sustainable.

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There are several key differences between a time series or historian database and a relational database, and it's important to know how can you choose the one that best suits your needs, explains George Walker

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Protecting smaller, yet critical rotating plant such as industrial fans and pumps has become increasingly important. But, achieving the right balance of cost versus benefit can be challenging, says Russell King

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While it's now common to see references to the Internet of Things (IoT), Industry 4.0 or Machine-to-Machine Communications (M2MC), these ideas will come to naught if sensor manufacturers don't grasp the nettle, says Tony Ingham

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BASF LEUNA has selected a colorSENSOR CFO200 non-contact colour recognition sensor from Micro-Epsilon for use on its extruder line to detect the fluctuating colour values of plastic pellets.

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The balance between process optimisation and cost control is an ongoing challenge for manufacturers, however the latest sensor solutions can help cut this Gordian knot, says Andrew Moran

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Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has further extended its 3D sensor portfolio to include four different sensor ranges that perform 3D measurements on a wide variety of target objects and surface types in industrial environments.

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TOPTICA PHOTONICS' TopWave 229 is a new choice for deep UV spectroscopists looking for an easy to use and reliable laser that enables the user to focus on their application rather than worrying about the light source.

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When you buy a product from ROTRONIC, you do not simply opt for a partner that sells you the measuring instrument, but also for a company that wants you to use the measuring instruments in such a way that they afford you maximum benefits and are a reliable companion to you in your everyday work.

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Criterion Temperature & Humidity Benchtop

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With our HW4 software, we are offering a comprehensive, yet easy-to-use, monitoring solution for all the current and planned products.

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Rotronic products are specified throughout industries of all types from pharmaceutical to food companies; brickworks to art galleries.

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FLIR Thermal Studio is a thermal image analysis and reporting software designed to manage large sets of thermal images and videos.

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These are picture of a Custom built Walk-in Room for UCL Warwick, for Bio medical research

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