The schedule has been announced for the March 5 NFPA/FPIC Regional Conference on “Advanced Sensor Technologies for Fluid Power Systems” at Lawrence Technological University. Registration is free to NFPA members. As always, the event kicks off with breakfast and networking from 7:30 – 8:00 a.m., followed by welcome and introductions until 8:30. The rest of…
Liquid level transducer now offers temperature sensing
Rota Engineering will be featuring its newest product at IFPE in March in booth S – 82307, with its new liquid level transducer that utilizes proven Hall Effect technology which has been used successfully in linear position sensors for over 15 years. Early designs for U.S. nuclear submarine ballast tanks laid the ground work to […]
ProSense variable area mechanical flow meters for fluids and water
ProSense FG1 series mechanical variable area flow meters from AutomationDirect provide visual indication of flow rate for water or petroleum-based fluids. These meters provide ±5% full-scale accuracy and a repeatability of ±1%, important for cyclical applications requiring consistent readings. Two adjustable flow limit pointers are available to provide preset indication of high, low, or normal […]
MHP Series inductive linear position sensors for cylinders
Alliance Sensors Group, a div. of H.G. Schaevitz LLC, has expanded its in-cylinder position sensor product line to include the MHP-7 series linear inductive sensors. These compact inductive linear sensors were designed to be installed into the rear endcap of hydraulic cylinders for operation at pressures up to 5000 psig. Their 1-in. hex aluminum or […]
New wire-actuated encoder for measuring length up to 12 m
The new SG121 wire-actuated encoder from SIKO is robust, compact and flexible. It is suitable for measuring lengths up to 12 m. With its long measuring lengths and a housing that is as compact as possible, the SG121 is suitable for intralogistics, manufacturers of mobile machines, and in stationary machine construction, too. The new SG121 […]
Hydraulic symbology 301: electrical and electronic symbols
Any book or lesson in fluid power worth its weight in gold will discuss the importance of electrical and electronic control of hydraulics. In fact, over the past few decades, most advancement in hydraulics has been in how it’s controlled rather than improvements in the foundational components such as valves, pumps and actuators. Understanding electrical…
Versatile pressure transducers for pneumatics and hydraulics
Durable construction and accurate operation come together in easy-to-install pressure transducers for motion control systems in food & beverage, construction, agricultural, medical equipment, and other demanding applications. IMI Norgren PTN pressure transducers have an IP rating of 67, a stainless steel housing and wetted parts so they can be used in virtually any application or…
Video from AMETEK STC Explores Gemco linear displacement transducer tech
AMETEK STC, manufacturer of factory automation equipment, created a new video to explain how the technology and design behind its Gemco Linear Displacement Transducers (LDT) is suitable for many rugged applications. Gemco’s rod style LDTs can be placed in a hydraulic cylinder without removing the cylinder from the vehicle or machine. This saves hours or…
Improving the reliability of hydraulic cylinder sensors
How to maintain uptime in difficult conditions. Contributed by Chris Heberlein, Sales Director – Machine & Plant Engineering, Balluff Inc., Florence, Ky. Reliability is always important in the hydraulics industry and maintaining uptime can be especially challenging in the rugged and hostile applications typical of sawmills, foundries, steel mills and mobile machines. For fluid power…
Ametek launches compact housing of Gemco rod-style linear displacement transducer
Linear displacement transducers (LDTs) play an important role in automation. However, today’s industrial challenges often are extreme. They include pounding, continuous vibration, high pressure, extreme temperatures, and relentless cycling. LDTs must provide accurate, reliable, absolute position feedback to help automate today’s sophisticated machinery. The sensors also must deliver value, be easy to set up, and…
Challenges of applications with hydraulic cylinder position sensors
The following is a lightly edited transcript of a FPTC talk given by Chris Heberlein. I don’t know how many people are familiar with Balluff. Balluff is a company that makes detection products, sensors. We also make measurement products, which we’re gonna talk about today, identification, RFID, bar code readers and connection, networking, cabling, things…
Siphon protects pressure instruments from high temperatures
The Ashcroft 2198 MicroTube siphon will help to keep pressure instrument safe from high temperature processes. This siphon is capable of containing pressure up to 5,000 psi, and can reduce temperatures from as high as 800°F (427°C), depending on the pressure input. A 316L stainless steel construction and a variety of process connections ensure compatibility…
Balluff launches in-cylinder rod-style linear position sensor with IO-Link
Balluff has expanded its IO-Link sensor portfolio with the addition of the BTL6 rod style linear position sensor with IO-Link 1.1 interface. Ideally suited for continuous hydraulic cylinder position feedback, the BTL6 rod style sensor uses field-proven, time-tested magnetostrictive technology to provide accurate, continuous position and velocity measurement at stroke lengths up to 180 in.…
Parker’s Intellinder absolute position sensor suitable for industrial, mobile applications
Parker Hannifin has introduced a new integrated absolute position sensor that can provide improved application productivity while offering low installation and maintenance costs. Intellinder equipped cylinders provide a rugged, damage resistant solution for use in OEM equipment that requires precise linear feedback of the cylinder position. Intellinder equipped Parker cylinders are able to support a […]
J1939 sensors measure hydraulic flow, temperature, pressure
Webtec has introduced a series of new SAE J1939 CAN hydraulic sensors for OEM mobile and industrial applications where customers require real-time monitoring of hydraulic flow, pressure and temperature around the clock. Designed for closed loop control on high-pressure hydraulic systems, the sensors help users predict imminent hydraulic failure or they can be used to […]
Pressure transducer provides performance, flexibility in compact package
The Ashcroft G2 is an economical pressure transducer specifically engineered for critical OEM applications. With accuracy rated at 1% Total Error Band, the G2 unites an advanced polysilicon thin film pressure sensor with an ASIC enhanced circuit. This field-proven design assures an unprecedented combination of stability, performance and reliability, especially in applications where the transducer is […]
Dynamic Positilt PTK29 inclination sensor offers high accuracy and signal transmission with no delay
Inclination measurement in mobile machines is exposed to motion, shock and vibration. Under these influences normal inclinometers will give incorrect values affecting sensor accuracy. ASM Sensors introduces the Positilt PTK29 inclination sensor that compensates dynamic influences to give correct values even when in motion. The sensor measures inclination between ±180° with 1 axis or ±60° […]
Turck debuts PT2000 line of pressure transmitters at IFPE
Working in the harsh environments that mobile machinery runs in requires tough components that can withstand abuse. That’s why Turck introduced the PT2000 line of pressure transmitters at IFPE 2017. This line features a welded stainless steel measuring cell for increased durability and increased chemical compatibility. The PT2000 offers a solution that has no elastomer […]
Smart pneumatics relies on sensor-driven data to eliminate wires, predict system status
Taking the guesswork out of condition monitoring, operation and maintenance tasks can be done with Aventics Smart Pneumatics Monitor, which offers data acquisition and control of critical components within a pneumatics system. Using a valve bank that communicates via an I/O Link with sensors on the cylinder, pressure sensors, pressure regulators and other sensors, users […]
LVITs suitable for cylinder and actuator feedback
Alliance Sensors Group has announced the expansion of the ME, MR, MHP, and now the SS-7 Series linear position sensors, used to measure the ram position of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders in industrial, mobile, or subsea applications. With no magnet required, the installation and cost of ownership is dramatically reduced without sacrificing accuracy specifications. The ME […]
What is LVIT technology?
LVITs—Linear Variable Inductive Transducers—have been around for more than 30 years, and are becoming very popular, due to their relatively low cost and flexibility to be packaged in…
Viatran introduces rugged all-stainless industrial pressure transmitters
Viatran has announced the global market introduction of its Model 24A/34A Series. The Model 24A/34A Series is a family of general purpose industrial pressure transmitters, designed for optimal application versatility…
Using your senses to better understand your system
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor Sensors used in fluid power are available to measure anything from pressure, flow, temperature, position and more. Understanding their differences will help you…
LVIT Technology replacing linear potentiometers with a contactless solution
H. G. Schaevitz LLC Alliance Sensors Group has expanded its sensor product offering by adding a line of LR-19 Series Inductive Linear Position Sensors using LVIT Technology; contactless…
LR-27 Series Heavy Duty LVIT Inductive Linear Position Sensor
Alliance Sensors Group has expanded its sensor product offering by adding to its line the LR-27 Series Inductive Linear Position Sensors. These are contactless devices designed for factory…