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Waldkirch, Innovation No 52 2010

The specialist for UV-absorbing gases: DEFOR

SICK process automation is expanding its successful range of extractive measurement gas analyzers. DEFOR, the company’s new process photometer, detects gases ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 51 2010

The solution for inspecting deep blue solar cells

For inspecting the edges of highly light-absorbing, deep blue solar wafers, SICK have a new product in the successful Inspector family: the Inspector I20-UV ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 50, 2010

Versatile and rapid: the IDM140-2 Bluetooth hand-held bar code scanner – no cables required

With the IDM140-2 Bluetooth, SICK is offering a new hand-held bar code scanner for maximum flexibility and mobility. The device achieves read ranges of up to ...  More
Waldkirch/Munich, January 2010

Easier 3D Camera integration with new Halcon interface

MVTec Software GmbH (Munich, Germany) and SICK AG (Waldkirch, Germany) have released a new interface for all SICK 3D cameras to allow smooth integration with ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 49 2010

Machine protection with human-material differentiation in harsh environments

Designed for use under harsh environmental conditions, the new C4000 Fusion safety light curtain from SICK succeeds in combining maximum safety at work with ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No. 48 2010

Small and nimble: DDS36x/50x position encoders

The small DDS36 and DDS50 incremental encoders are the first choice when low-cost, simple positioning tasks need to be implemented in industrial automation. ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 47 2009

New High Performance Inspector I40 Vision Sensor Offers High Resolution at High Speeds

Introducing the newest member of the Inspector vision sensor family: I40! With its increased performance and more advanced features, the I40 offers complete ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 46 2009

Product family complete

The absolute encoder family of products has now been completed with push-on and through-hole mechanical variants. With an installation depth of just 35 mm, ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 45 2009

IVC-3D smart camera in IP 67 stainless steel housing

The world’s first 3D smart camera now meets the tough challenges of the food and beverage industry. IVC-3D stainless steel helps customers ensure excellent ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 44 2009

Surveillance system for facility management

“The culprits entered via the roof” – more and more often, newspaper and radio stories or police reports dealing with burglaries begin with these words. ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 43 2009

Top solutions despite tight budgets

The new V180-2 series of photoelectric switches in easy-installation M18 cylindrical housings offers rapid selection, rapid installation and rapid use. ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 42 2009

Increased process reliability through simplified access protection with the C4000 Palletizer Advanced safety light curtain

Compact dimensions, economical installation and operation, unparalleled flexibility – the concept of the C4000 Palletizer Advanced safety light curtain opens ...  More
Waldkirch, November 2009

PBS pressure switch with IO Link

Intelligent sensor solutions provide suppliers in plant and machine construction with significant competitive advantages. Flexible and rapid integration of ...  More
Waldkirch, November 2009

The V300 WS Extended safe camera system

SICK is presenting the V300 WS Extended – the latest generation of safe camera sensors for protecting hazardous areas and points-of-operation at SIL2 or PL d ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 41 2009

Response time of only 16 µs

Compact, convenient, and light-intensive – above all, however, faster than any other device of this kind: With the new WLL180T, SICK emphasizes its market and ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 40 2009

Stay in Position

“For fast web edge and line tracking ” – that is what the new Ax20 line sensor for edge detection and positional control promises. The device features a ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 39 2009

Absolute linear encoder for SSI and fieldbus

Currently, the TTK70 absolute linear encoder is not only one of the most compact linear measuring systems on the market, but in terms of interface technology ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 38 2009

Optical position detection via barcodes

SICK is pursuing new paths in distance measurement with the OLM100 optical linear measurement sensor. By scanning a barcode tape, the sensor determines ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 37

Vehicle control via laser

The LD-MRS laser scanner is a powerful sensor that can reliably detect its surroundings even in adverse ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 36 2009

Code reading solutions, the size of a USB plug

If you have high demands on code reading but are able to supply only limited space for installation, SICK is the right partner with the new Mini Line ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 35 2009

New series of photoelectric sensors in “USA design”

The new W15 from SICK is a special kind of miniature photoelectric sensor. The latest sensor and evaluation technologies from SICK meet a highly ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 34, 2009

Automated people-counting for more efficient utilisation and greater safety

Detection of the numbers and frequencies of people already takes place in numerous public areas – for safety reasons as well as for economically efficient ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 33 2009

Sanitary Pressure Transmitters by SICK

To meet the specific requirements of sanitary applications, SICK presents a new portfolio of hygienic pressure sensors at the 2009 Drinktec trade show in ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 32 2009

EcoLine wire-draw encoders are something special

SICK STEGMANN offers new opportunities for measuring linear movements: with the wire-draw encoders of the EcoLine series. Amongst the device’s special ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 31 2009

Simply better: DT50 Hi the distance sensor – New enhancements provide exceptional measurement capabilities

After the successful market launch of the DT50 at the end of last year, SICK has extended its distance product range by introducing a superior version, the ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 30 2009

Food & beverage sensor MH15V

The new MH15V BGS photoelectric reflex switch from SICK provides new possibilities for object detection in harsh operating conditions, the type one frequently ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No. 29 2009

Safety controllers can also be simple

With the safety controller portfolio designated as sens:Control, SICK pursues the objective of making innovative technologies controllable by shifting ...  More
Waldkirch, August 2009

CE Safexpert safety software is up-to-date

Whether machine manufacturers or plant operators – anyone currently planning a facility and intending to market it in early 2010 already needs to work ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No. 28 2009

Update for design engineers - Safety agenda 2010

As of 29 December 2009, many things will change concerning the technical safety assessment of machinery and plants, because the transitional period (DOW = ...  More
August 2009

MCS300P - Compact, robust and efficient!

Quality assurance, reliable process controls, productivity and workplace safety are the key measurement criteria for any optimized process. In this respect, ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No. 27 2009

New long-range ICR845-2L FlexLens code reader

When it comes to identifying 1D and 2D codes, the ICR845-2L FlexLens camera code reader is the best solution – by a long shot – whenever the goal is to ...  More

Waldkirch, Innovation No 26, 2009

SICK pressure measurement technology for factory automation

SICK presents a new portfolio of sensor solutions for pressure measurement. The devices are characterised by high accuracy and rugged ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 25/2009

Plant walkthrough with safety experts from SICK

Safety as a company value Safety strategies cannot be developed just at the drawing board. At the latest, therefore, after a walk through the plant with a ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 24 2009

Changing of the guard among luminescence sensors

Luminescence sensors are capable of detecting “invisible” markings reliably. To this end, the so-called luminophores, invisible in usual ambient light, are ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 23 2009

Platform completed with autofocus scanner

The CLV6xx barcode scanner platform from SICK offers customized solutions all the way to the high-end segment. Besides maximum reading results, noteworthy ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 22 2009

Enormously versatile and economical object detection

SICK is presenting a new WL27-3 photoelectric switch, the Reflex Array Sensor, with a 50 mm light array. The leading edges of small, flat, transparent or ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 21 2009

Encoders that set record highs

The new AFS60 absolute encoder singleturn has now been supplemented by two mechanical variants. Both models are now available in blind-hollow-shaft and ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 20 2009

Sensors with IO-Link – Serves the user right!

Sensors featuring IO-Link open up new possibilities of communication with automation systems. after successfully integrating photoelectric proximity switches ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 19 2009

Versatile family of photoelectric switches for innovative factory automation

The new W11-2 series of photoelectric switches from SICK is equally suitable for standard and special applications. The series’ innovative sensor technology, ...  More
Waldkirch, Innovation No 18 2009

Capacitive motor feedback systems: the “absolute” alternative to resolvers

Extreme ruggedness coupled with multiturn capability, an electronic type label and a HIPERFACE® interface characterise the new SEK/SEL motor feedback systems. ...  More
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