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Laser eyes for robots 11/02/2019 Laser profile sensors act as the ‘eyes’ of a robot and are now being used in a variety of applications, says Chris Jones. Full Story...
Selecting an inline thickness measurement system 21/01/2018 A number of important factors need to be considered when selecting an in-process system for measuring the thickness of film, plate or sheet materials, says Chris Jones. Full Story...
Non-contact colour sensor considerations 18/04/2017 There are several things that need to be considered before purchasing or specifying a non-contact colour sensor, including accuracy, the type of surface or object being measured, environmental conditions and mechanical set up, says Stephen Smith. Full Story...
laser triangulation sensors - red or blue? 19/12/2016 Red laser triangulation displacement sensors have been around for some time, while blue laser versions are a newer addition. Before selecting which to use, it is important to understand which type performs best on which target materials, says Chris Jones. Full Story...
Laser triangulation sensors with integrated controller 12/01/2016 Micro-Epsilon UK has launched a new range of laser triangulation sensors with integrated controller which are said to offer technical benefits in terms of compact size, performance and ease of installation. Full Story...
Thermal imaging camera for glass 15/09/2015 Temperature is a key measurement parameter to control the quality of glass or glass products. The thermoIMAGER G7 is the latest addition to the Micro-Epsilon family of thermal imaging cameras which is specifically designed for measurements on glass objects. Full Story...
2D/3D blue laser sensors for shiny surfaces 11/08/2015 Designed for shiny, highly polished surfaces, as well as transparent materials such as plastics, glass, optical components and film/substrates, a new range of 2D/3D blue laser profile sensors (laser line scanners) are now available from Micro-Epsilon. Full Story...
Thermal imaging and dimensional measurement of microelectronics 09/12/2014 Chris Jones, managing director at Micro-Epsilon UK, discusses how the latest thermal imaging cameras and confocal displacement sensors are helping with the inspection of a variety of electronic devices, circuit boards and MEMS. Full Story...
Multi-function laser micrometer with Ethernet interface 08/07/2014 Micro-Epsilon has introduced a compact, self-contained optical laser micrometer with Ethernet interface. Full Story...
Multi-layered glass thickness measuring solution 25/03/2014 In the manufacture of multi-layer curved glass for aircraft, automotive and architectural applications, precise thickness measurement of the individual layers, and combined overall laminate, are required. If the curvature of the different layers is not precise, when the layers are sandwiched together there could be a risk of stress points developing within the glass, which in turn could lead to defects or delamination of the glass. Full Story...
Nanometre resolution capacitive system with multi-channel measurement capability and Ethernet interface 25/11/2013 Micro-Epsilon has launched a new capacitive controller and demodulator for use with its range of non-contact capacitive displacement and position sensors, providing a modular, compact, expandable and cost-effective measurement system for R&D, test and OEM environments. Full Story...
100 kHz true analogue laser displacement sensor 22/10/2013 Micro-Epsilon has extended its range of laser displacement devices with a new high speed true analogue laser sensor that is said to offer one of the fastest measuring rates of any laser displacement sensor currently available. Full Story...
High speed laser line sensor for shiny, difficult-to-measure surfaces 14/05/2013 Micro-Epsilon has introduced a new non-contact laser line displacement sensor, which is suited to the high speed measurement of shiny metallic and rapidly changing, rough or other difficult-to-measure surfaces. Full Story...
Smart little infrared temperature sensor 19/03/2013 Micro-Epsilon has launched a new non-contact infrared temperature sensor that utilises a small sensor head with the electronics fully integrated into the sensor cable, making it suitable for use in installations where space is at a premium. Full Story...
Easier configuration for laser scanners 18/02/2013 Micro-Epsilon has released V3.0 of its Configuration Tools software for the company’s scanCONTROL series of laser scanners. Full Story...
EtherCAT sensor enables real-time measurements 03/07/2012 EtherCAT is growing in importance for enabling the latest laser displacement sensors to transfer measurement data in real-time in automated industrial environments, says Chris Jones, managing director at Micro-Epsilon UK. Full Story...
Rapid measurement of metal cutting discs 24/01/2012 A manufacturer of carbide cutting tools for metalworking is using laser displacement sensors from Micro-Epsilon to measure the width and height of cutting discs which wear very rapidly. Full Story...
Inline infrared temperature sensors measure up to 1450°C 14/11/2011 A new range of non-contact, infrared temperature sensors are said to be able to accurately measure the temperature of flame-heated workpieces inside industrial furnaces and ovens, as well as CO2 and CO flame gases in different types of combustion processes. Full Story...
Measuring the height of concrete blocks during manufacture 24/05/2011 German company, R&W Industrieautomation, has developed an automated system for measuring the height of concrete blocks. Full Story...
Vacuum measurement system cuts filling line set up times 21/10/2010 A UK manufacturer of pickled fruits has reduced set up times on three of its filling lines by more than 60% after installing a non-contact vacuum integrity measurement system for jar lids from Micro-Epsilon. Full Story...
Connecting temperature sensors to fieldbus 29/11/2008 Getting temperature measurements and sensor parameters into digital format is the thrust of recent announcements by major instrument manufacturers. Full Story...
Non-Contact Displacement Sensor Technologies: A Comparison 03/10/2008 Chris Jones, Managing Director at precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon (UK) Ltd, compares the technical pros and cons of four types of non-contact displacement measurement technologies. Selecting the most appropriate technology for the application is what matters. Full Story...
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