LMI Technologies Inc.    Southfield, MI 48075
Mar 26, 2002 B8 Sensor has 8 individual laser points spaced every 3.0 in. over 2 ft length. Depth of measurement range of each laser point is up to 14 in., with accuracy of +/- 0.020 in. and resolution of less than 0.010 in. Binocular vision system verifies information collected. With 2 DSP computer chips, B8 can be linked or multiplexed with other units. 16-bit controller and RS-485 or RS-232 interface provides connections with PCs, PLCs and other automated systems.

Cutler Hammer Sensors    Everett, WA 98203
Mar 25, 2002 iProx(TM) inductive proximity sensor is field programmable and adaptable. SmartSense(TM) embedded-microprocessor technology allows it to perform background metal rejection, band sensing and position sensing. Through use of PC-compatible Remote Programmer and configuration software, iProx adapts to material handling applications. Sensor has stainless-steel tubes, shock-resistant front caps, polycarbonate end bells, and impact-absorbent potting compound.

Flo-tech, Div. of Racine Federated Inc.    Racine, WI 53404
Mar 22, 2002 EZ-View direct-reading flowmeters can be installed in any position from vertical to horizontal, without flow straighteners or special plumbing requirements. Flowmeters are available in 1/2, 3/4 and 1 in. NPT, or 3/4 and 1 in. sweat fittings. Meters offer flow ranges from 0.5 to 28 gpm depending on model. Also available is Flow-Alert Signal, which automatically triggers alarm control circuit if flow exceeds or drops below preset limits.

Det-Tronics    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Mar 22, 2002 PointWatch Eclipse point infrared combustible gas detector continuously monitors hydrocarbon gases in 0 to 100% lower explosive limit range. Standard outputs include isolated 4-20 mA signal with HART(TM) and RS-485 serial communication. Heated sapphire optics have removed weather shielding to speed inspection. Unit includes integral wiring termination box plus tri-color LEDs for normal, alarm, and fault indication.

ABM Sensor Technology Inc.    Peterborough, ON K9J 6W6
Mar 22, 2002 Ultrasonic Probes, with 1, 1.5 and 2 NPT mountings, are insensitive to mountings and, with transceiver and smart signal processing, eliminate echos from tank walls, standpipes, and other buildups. Built-in communication with PC allows storage of current output and temperature in data logger. Probes connect to network using RS485 with company's protocol and Modbus RTU.

Greyline Instruments, Inc.    Massena, NY 13662
Mar 21, 2002 Area-Velocity Flow Meter (AVFM) monitors flow through open channels, partially full sewer pipes, and surcharged pipes without flume or weir. Submerged ultrasonic sensor continuously measures both Velocity and Level in channel. Fouling- and corrosion-resistant sensor is tolerant of turbulence. AVFM can be configured with submerged Velocity/Level sensor, or with submerged velocity and separate non-contacting ultrasonic level sensor.

Fenwal    Ashland, MA 01721
Mar 21, 2002 AnaLASER(R) II air-sampling smoke detector actively draws air from protected space and analyzes it for smoke presence. Utilizing Laser Particle Counting detection technology, it detects smoke while electronically ignoring particles that are not same size as smoke. AnaLASER II offers programmable sensitivity range; 2 programmable alarms and 2 pre-alarm levels; networking of up to 127 detectors; 28-day history buffer; and communications software.

Sensortechnics Inc.    Dublin, CA 94568
Mar 21, 2002 Based on silicon piezoresistive sensors, DTE1000 digital transmitters have welded stainless-steel construction for media compatibility. Pressure read-out and all control functions are accessible via RS485 interface. Programmable transmitters can measure pressure on request or continuously, and store values taken at preset intervals in internal memory for later retrieval. Pressure ranges are from 0 to 100 mbar to 0 to 70 bar, absolute or gauge.

Omega Engineering, Inc. - omega.com    Stamford, CT 06907-0047
Mar 21, 2002 SWS-201 Stormwater Sampler takes first flush sample in one bottle and time-weighted composite sample in second bottle. It consists of rainproof, lockable carrying enclosure, two 4000 ml polyethylene sample bottles, 2 peristaltic sampling pumps, logic timer/controller, water sensor, and rechargeable, gel-cell battery. Water sensor controls sampler, and triggers sampler based on rainfall or raise in water level in storm drain.

National Instruments Corp.    Austin, TX 78759-3504
Mar 20, 2002 LabVIEW(TM) graphical development environment with company’s data acquisition (DAQ) boards work with optical sensors available from Hamamatsu, New Focus, Thermo Oriel, Thorlabs, and others. System scales to applications in production and test, such as synchronizing optical power measurements with motion to decrease alignment and assembly time. Free optical power demonstration software is available at web site.

Transducer Techniques    Temecula, CA 92590
Mar 19, 2002 LPU/DPM-3 system includes LPU Low Profile Universal Load Cell and DPM-3 panel-mount meter. Tension or compression load cell is available in 14 ranges from 100 to 50,000 lb. Hold down is via outside-diameter counter-bored thru holes, and loading is thru center at either end. DPM-3 scales to full five digits, samples at 60 readings/sec, and has analog output and true peak reading capability.

TURCK, Inc.    Plymouth, MN 55441
Mar 18, 2002 DSU35 sensors fit valve stem heights of 20, 30 and 50 mm with outer mounting hole dimensions of 80 and 130 mm. DC, AC/DC and NAMUR sensors have several output options. AS-i version is compatible with Actuator Sensor Interface protocol, and provides direct valve control, eliminating need for separate source. Terminal chamber version is designed for chemical process applications where conduit must be used.

COGNEX    Natick, MA 01760 2059
Mar 18, 2002 In-Sight(TM) 4000 Series vision sensors offer dual processors for simultaneous, dedicated vision processing and network communications. Models include: In-Sight 4000 with fast frame rate; high resolution (1024 x 768) In-Sight 4001; and In-Sight 4100 remote head camera for harsh industrial environments. Sensors have built-in Ethernet communications; vision tool library for locating, inspecting, measuring, and identifying parts; and spreadsheet interface.

Hyde Park Electronics, Inc.    Dayton, OH 45420 4017
Mar 15, 2002 Ultrasonic 18mm Superprox(R) Model SM600 Series works at distances up to 10 in. from object. It has deadband of 0.75 in. and can be configured for specific sensing range or fixed sensing window as narrow as 1/8 in. Sensor detects objects as small as 0.06 in. dia at distance of 2.5 in., in all colors and materials, transparent or opaque, liquid or solid. It also detects objects through small openings and parts moving back-to-back at speeds of 2,000 per min.

Sensotec, Inc.    Columbus, OH 43228
Mar 15, 2002 Subminiature Model S(H) pressure transducer operates at temperatures up to 400 deg F. Its 0.375 in. dia flush sensing diaphragm makes unit suitable for industrial process control applications. Construction consists of unitized all welded 17-4 PH stainless steel diaphragm and 7/16-20 UNF threaded housing. Unit is available in pressure ranges from 0-150 to 0-10,000 psig (gage pressure) or psia (absolute pressure) with accuracy of +/-1% FS.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
Mar 15, 2002 ICP(R) accelerometers are suited for modal and structural vibration analysis, package drop testing, and general shock and vibration measurement applications. Models 352C41 (10 mV/g) and 352C42 (100 mV/g) are each packaged in 3/8 x 0.38 in. housing with smooth base for adhesive mounting. Shear mode, piezo-ceramic sensing elements work over frequency range of 0.5-10kHz. Both accelerometers have built-in microelectronic signal conditioning circuit.

Wilks Enterprise, Inc.    East Norwalk, CT 06855
Mar 15, 2002 Infracal Filtometer Model CH-2 makes direct thickness measurements of nylon layer in plastic films. Sample of film is put into standard card holder and placed into analyzer. Complete analysis takes less than 1 min, eliminates use of hazardous solvents, and resulting measurement data correlates directly to gravimetric values. Analyzer has filter/detector for wavelength unique to nylon, allowing nylon to be measured without removing plastic layer.

Emerson Process Management    Knoxville, TN 37932
Mar 14, 2002 Direct Replacement Oxymitter(TM) flue gas oxygen probe operates on most existing electronics and cable, so it can replace oxygen probes without compromising ability to upgrade at later time. It has explosion-proof housing, sensor diagnostics, vibration resistance, field repairability and 95% less power consumption than traditional electronics. Automatic calibration directly from control room or other remote location is available as option.

Balmac Inc.    Plain City, OH 43064
Mar 14, 2002 Model 222-D portable vibration signature profiler, analyzer, and 2-plane dynamic balancing instrument can identify unbalance, resonance, mechanical looseness, and bad bearings. Corrective actions are recorded via prints made before and after vibration signatures. Model 222-D is suitable for rotating machines, and can also be used to dynamically balance fans, shafts, rotors, impellers, spindles, propellers and other process machine parts.

EMX Industries, Inc.    Cleveland, OH 44128
Mar 14, 2002 FRS and CAD frame sensors detect part passing thru or dwelling in detection area. Sensors with areas up to 200 x 250 mm can detect parts as small as 4 mm dia. Smaller sensors detect parts down to 2 mm dia. Sensing devices are enclosed in aluminum, industrial housing. Response time is 1 msec and outputs are NPN, PNP, normally open, and normally closed. Power requirement is 24Vdc. On board microprocessor offers automatic blanking and dirty lens protection.