Sensors (including Flow, Pressure, Level, Temp., Position.)

Highlights from the new maxon product catalog
The arrival of spring also marks the release of maxon’s 2022/23 catalog, with 592 pages and the latest in drive technology. One of the highlights? A radiation-resistant GAMA encoder.

DRIVEN pays a visit to the robot on four legs
Wherever it goes, it is sure to attract attention. The red walking robot ANYmal, on the cover of the maxon magazine DRIVEN, represents the increasing number of inspection robots in use worldwide.

maxon adds dynamism to robotic drives
maxon presents a new frameless BLDC motor with matching encoder that really comes into its own in dynamic applications.  At the same time, we are also presenting a new series of ECX flat motors for a wide range of robotics applications. This he...

Magnetic Encoder with IO-Link
Turck's portfolio of magnetic encoders now includes an IO-Link-enabled variant. These encoders require no batteries or gears to obtain multi-turn absolute position and have configurable set-points that can be programmed via IO-Link.

Ensure Critical Temperature Control in a Variety of Media with the TS+ Sensor
Turck introduced the TS+ temperature sensor, a line of programmable temperature sensors that are used to measure industrial process temperature of a media. The TS+ is part of a large family of fluid sensors, including pressure, flow, tem...

Smart & precise color sensors: Detect colors, contrasts and much more
The modern colorSENSOR CFO sensors measure the finest of color graduations on metals, plastics, glass and textiles. Their robust design, high quality glass fiber optics and compact design make these True Color sensors ideally suited to industrial appli...

Powerful 2D/3D profile measurements in industrial production processes
The new scanCONTROL 30xx laser scanners from Micro-Epsilon now offer large measuring ranges up to 200 mm. The high performance scanners are used for 2D/3D profile measurements in industrial production processes. Precision and high speed meet compact si...

Automated inline 3D measurement for geometry, form and surface inspections
The innovative surfaceCONTROL 3D 3500 sensor from Micro-Epsilon is used for high-precision inline 3D measurements. With a repeatability of up to 0.4 µm in the z-axis, the sensor reaches a new performance level. The snapshot sensor enables true 3D eva...

All-in-one system for precise thickness measurements in the line
The thicknessGAUGE system measures the thickness of strip and plate materials reliably and with the highest precision. Depending on the measurement task, different variants with different sensor technologies are available. In addition, a linear unit wi...

The Mars helicopter makes history - with maxon’s precision motors
Space fans are thrilled: NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter has successfully completed its pioneering flight on Mars. This is the first time in the history of powered, unmanned spaceflight that a device has flown in a controlled manner on another planet.

Now available: new DRIVEN magazine and maxon’s product catalog
The new issue of DRIVEN, the maxon magazine, awaits the reader with fascinating articles about agricultural robotics, drone technology, and cleanrooms. maxon is also releasing the new 2021/2022 product catalog, with over 560 pages of drive systems and ...

Green walls for fighting climate change
Climate change, fine dust pollution, and greening urban living spaces are key topics for the future of our society. All around the world, urban planners are looking for solutions for green architecture and infrastructure. To meet the ecological challen...

In search of signs of life on Mars
Mars once had liquid water and an atmosphere—was there life too? To answer this fundamental question, NASA sends the Perseverance rover, a robot of unparalleled complexity.

State-of-the-art String Pots / Draw-wire Displacement Sensors for industrial applications
wireSENSOR WPS-K100 draw-wire sensors measure displacements and distances in industrial environments. The two new models offer measuring ranges of 1500 and 2500 mm. Their robust design combined with an excellent price/performance ratio means they are i...

High-performance laser distance sensor for industrial applications - now with IO-Link
The high-performance optoNCDT ILR2250 laser distance sensor is used whenever large measuring ranges and high accuracy are required. The optoNCDT ILR2250 can be installed at distances up to 100 m, and even up to 150 m with a reflector film. This sensor ...

Precision micrometer for large measuring ranges
The optoCONTROL 2520-95 precision micrometer is designed for static and dynamic measurement tasks with a large measuring range. It detects geometrical parameters such as diameter, gap, height and position. The precision micrometer combines high lineari...

Swiss precision motors handle the valuable Mars soil samples
NASA’s Perseverance rover will be landing on Mars on February 18th. Was there once life on Mars? This is the question that one of the most complex robotic systems ever built by humankind has set out to answer. Several of maxon’s electric drives are use...

maxon introduces a multi-axis controller for highly dynamic positioning tasks
maxon is launching the next generation of Motion Controllers with its MiniMACS6-AMP-4/50/10. The controller is ideal for use in applications where PLC solutions may be too expensive or cannot meet customer-specific requirements.

5 challenges an electric motor has to overcome on Mars
Outer space is unforgiving. This is why precision drives embarking on a trip to other planets need to meet extremely high-quality standards. Every Mars drive from maxon is based on a catalog product and is modified for the specific mi...

How to design an exoskeleton
An exoskeleton must be lightweight, compact, powerful, reliable, and easy to use – what could be easier? Many developers around the world dabble in this discipline with different degrees of success. Christian Bermes, head of the VariLeg enhanced team e...

Smart ArM: Pushing the limits of the human body
In view of the Cybathlon 2020, a unique international competition for competitors with disabilities who use bionic assistive technologies, a team of French researchers from the Institute of Intelligent Systems and Robotics (ISIR) in Paris has developed...

Thermal imaging camera for industrial temperature monitoring tasks
The new thermoIMAGER TIM QVGA thermal imaging camera combines a compact size and high resolution with high speed. The camera is ideally suited to monitoring tasks in industrial processes. With a frame rate up to 80 Hz and a resolution of 382 x 288 pixe...

Trap the trash
A spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) has been given responsibility for a EUR 100 million project by the European Space Agency, ESA. ClearSpace SA now heads a consortium developing the first debris removal mission...

IP65, IP67, IP68…What do protection ratings mean?
If you are working on a project that calls for an electric motor unit, you will certainly have come across the terms IP65, IP67 and IP68. What do these protection ratings cover? Which protection should be chosen based on your project? Here's a brief an...

maxon develops ultra-efficient UAV drive with startup Flybotix
maxon has collaborated with drone startup Flybotix to develop performance-optimized brushless DC motors for a new kind of inspection drone. With the know-how gained from this and other projects, maxon is making inroads into the new UAV market, where th...

«driven» takes a look at the fourth planet
Our fascination with Mars is stronger than ever, again and again, researchers are drawn to it. At this very moment, yet another robot mission is on its way to uncover the secrets of Mars. This mission will also involve the first helicopter flight in sp...

Drive technology and design freedom
While the development of e-commerce requires the design of compact AGVs, the democratization of autonomous and connected e-mobility vehicles poses safety challenges. In other sectors, it is becoming essential to propose a specific design in order to of...

maxon and ANYbotics enter into a strategic partnership
Drive specialist maxon, renowned for its Mars motors, is joining forces with the robotics startup ANYbotics and will in future supply the drive systems of the autonomous ANYmal inspection robot. The robot will soon be marketed in large quantities. T...

Moving beyond physical barriers
Robert Riener, the initiator of the Cybathlon, shares his thoughts on how technology can be used to address sensitive issues.

COVID-19: drive technology and physical distancing
The sanitary crisis linked to the diffusion of Covid-19 requires everyone to apply measures of social distancing. Motorized and automated solutions are being developed at high speed as a solution. This article gives an overview of innovations that rein...

maxon drives on the Red Planet
More than 100 electric motors from maxon have been used on the Red Planet and have withstood cosmic radiation, dust storms, and temperature fluctuations. With the Perseverance rover, precision drives are once again flying to Mars. The key to success is...

Laser displacement sensor for Advanced Automation
The optoNCDT 1900 is the latest model of Micro-Epsilon laser sensors. Offering a unique combination of high speed, compact design and accuracy, this innovative sensor is used for dynamic displacement, distance and position measurements. The triangulati...

New Vaporizing Regulator Increases Accuracy, Reliability of Gas Chromatograph Analyzers
Emerson’s TESCOM 44-6800 is world's first vaporizing regulator to offer certified separability for optimal performance and safety in locations rated as hazardous.

Emerson Expands Lead-Free Valve Line for Compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act Regulations
ASCO™ valves simplify identification and replacement of existing valves with lead-free brass models. 

Pneumatic Pinch Valve Optimizes Single-use Batch Production
Emerson’s new ASCO™ Series 273 Pneumatic Pinch Valve features an innovative design for improved tube retention and longer lifecycle—ideal for life sciences, food and beverage markets. 

Emerson’s New Pulse Valve Delivers Higher Peak Pressure for Longer Bag, Filter Lifespan and Reduced Maintenance In Reverse-Jet Dust Collector Systems
New ASCO™ Series 353 valve improves cleaning while cutting compressed air use and installation time. 

Emerson Introduces New Shutoff Valve That Enhances Safety and Reliability of Combustion Systems
ASCO Series 158 Gas Valve and Series 159 Motorized Actuator deliver the highest flow rate on the market with a reduced footprint. 

Emerson’s New Air Dryers Quadruple Maintenance Intervals in Rail Applications
Patented adsorbent drying material removes humidity from compressed air systems, reduces downtime, energy and life-cycle costs by extending maintenance schedules

Emerson’s New Aluminum Cylinder Boosts Machine Speeds and Cuts Downtime
New AVENTICS™ TM5 TaskMaster™ aluminum cylinder increases reliability and productivity, reduces vibration and noise, while being cost-effective

maxon drives are heading to the Red Planet with NASA’s Perseverance rover
In July, NASA will be sending its fifth rover to Mars. Its main mission is to collect soil samples that will be analyzed on Earth at a later time. The rover will also carry a helicopter that will perform the first flights on the Red Planet. maxon's...

New miniature drives for medical robots and multi-axis systems
maxon is once again expanding its range of configurable drives with more brushless DC motors, gearheads, and encoders from the ECX series. There is also news on positioning controllers in the micro segment.

The Cybathlon special issue magazine is now available
At Cybathlon pilots will be navigating obstacle courses with the aid of assistance systems as they battle for victory. maxon has devoted a special magazine to this event and asks: Where is the development of prosthetic devices heading? How do you bu...

maxon is flying to the Sun
In February, Solar Orbiter will start its mission to provide scientists with new data about the Sun. Swiss research and engineering have played a significant role in the construction of the space probe – including drives from maxon.The European Space A...

CYBATHLON and maxon: Getting ready for round two
At CYBATHLON, people with physical disabilities compete against each other in exciting races—supported by state-of-the-art technical assistance systems. There are new challenges for the contestants and the engineers in all disciplines. As a Presenting ...

Laser scanner offers new performance level for series applications
Precision, versatility and a compact design are often decisive characteristics in industrial series applications. The new scanCONTROL 2500 laser profile scanners from Micro-Epsilon are specially designed to meet these high requirements while being ...

Intelligent pyrometer for automatic hotspot detection
The intelligent thermoMETER TIM 8 pyrometer offers automatic hot and cold spot detection in industrial applications which enables effective and reliable temperature control. Designed for standalone operation without a PC, it combines the advantages...

“driven” explains the factory of the future
Digitization and automation will completely change the way we develop and produce products. But what exactly does that mean? And what is behind the terms commonly used to refer to the smart factory? This issue of driven – the maxon motor magazine – ...

Capacitive measuring system for industrial applications
The capaNCDT 61x0/IP capacitive displacement measuring system is suitable for inline quality assurance of production processes, and for control of plant and machinery. Protected to IP68, this measuring system is therefore suitable for many industri...

High precision gap monitoring in plant and machinery
With the eddyNCDT 3060, Micro-Epsilon has developed a powerful displacement measuring system based on the eddy current principle, which combines precision, speed and temperature stability in a unique way. These characteristics are complemented with...

Measuring the bearing gap in wind turbines
In wind turbines, the bearing gap is very important because the better the sliding properties, the higher the plant effectiveness and service life. The bearing gap between the bearing surface and the drive shaft is reliably monitored using inductiv...

Monitoring the clamping position in machine tools
Monitoring the clamping position in machine tools is an extremely important and critical measurement task. In order to avoid incorrect machining and the high resulting costs, the position of the tool must be detected. Here, the induSENSOR LVP displ...

Laser sensors for high precision distance measurements on metals and rough surfaces
The new optoNCDT 1750LL laser sensor is used in high precision distance measurements of metallic and structured surfaces. Their oval-shaped light spot makes it possible to compensate for physical interferences and to output stable measurement values...

High-performance inductive displacement measuring system
The eddyNCDT 3060 inductive measurement system is based on eddy currents and enables fast, precise displacement measurements in industrial environments. More than 400 sensor models can be combined with the eddyNCDT 3060. Based on ease of use and sm...

New draw-wire sensor with 8 times longer service life
Compared to draw-wire sensors based on a conventional potentiometer, the new wireSENSOR WPS-MK88 U45R with a non-contact potentiometer achieves 8 times more working cycles, which extends the sensor’s service life to its maximum. This new technology...

The new generation of confocal chromatic measuring systems
Measuring tasks in the glass industry are often a huge challenge for sensors. The new confocal chromatic confocalDT 2421 / 2422 controllers ensure reliable, high speed and high precision distance and thickness measurements on reflecting and transpar...

Microscope lens for temperature monitoring of ultra-small targets
Thermal imager monitoring of ultra-small components is now possible using a microscope lens from Micro-Epsilon. This lens is available as an upgrade for the TIM 450 and TIM 640 high resolution thermal imaging cameras, enabling thermographic macro shoot...

How e-mobility will change our world
The new issue of driven is out! It's a silent revolution. However, it can't be stopped: People are increasingly using electrical power for personal transportation and for moving goods, creating new requirements for drive technology.

High-Tech Solution for the Inspection of Mat and Shiny Surfaces
The reflectCONTROL Automotive and surfaceCONTROL Robotic inspection systems provide easy, fast and reliable quality inspection of surfaces. From a complete chassis to a single painted part, smallest defects can be reliably recognized inline, enabling 1...

New Industrial Grade Optical Encoder from Quantum Devices
Quantum Devices, Inc. Model QDH20 provides an improved feedback solution in applications typically using a standard size 20 package.

Cables and connectors for food and beverage applications
The food safety modernization act (FSMA), states that food producers must take all necessary steps to prevent food borne illnesses and pathogens.

Allegro MicroSystems, LLC Announces Unique New 2D Speed And Direction Sensor IC Using Vertical And Planar Hall Elements
Worcester, MA – Allegro MicroSystems, LLC announces the release of a unique dual-channel Hall-effect latch featuring two-dimensional (2D) sensing via a combination of vertical Hall and planar Hall elements. The quadrature outputs of the ...

Exergen Global's Reflective Cone Only Device to Prevent Temperature Errors Caused by Ambient Radiation and Emissivity
Custom-Designed Cone works with Exergen Non-Contact IRt\c Sensors, Ensures High-Quality Processing for INdustrial Applications

Exergen Global's Temperature Sensor Ensures Safety, Efficiency for Ablation System
Exergen Non-Contact Sensor Plays Key Role in NeuWave Medical's Certus® 140 Cooling System

ESCON Module 24/2 Servo Motor Controller
A miniature controller with maximum functionality.

More versions, more power - The new DCX motors and GPX gearboxes
New additions to the maxon family of X drives

BEI Sensors Introduces a Comprehensive Range of Functional Safety Encoders

BellowsTech Expands Webshop Product Offering

maxon motor takes part in chase to catch up with a comet
Rosetta mission

Award Winning IRt/c Sensor from Exergen Integrated in M&R's Flagship CAYENNE D Quartz and RED CHILI D 1418 Flash Cure Units

'Less Is More' Precision Motion Control

Exergen Global Enables Syneron to Deliver Advanced Aesthetic Treatments
Syneron’s Award Winning VelaShape III Selects the Exergen Micro IRt/c Sensor to Reduce Treatment Time and Improve Results

Exergen Revs Up Indy 500 Sponsorship

New Inclinometer Series Offers Precise Tilt Measurement for Harsh Applications

Tekscan Announces New Enhanced Stability Sensor
The new ESS301 sensor is three times less sensitive to heat and humidity as compared to the FlexiForce standard sensor and performs better over a wider range of environmental, operating, and storage conditions.

MicroE Systems Partners with OEMs to Solve Tough Design Challenges in Robotics Applications

New API Software from Tekscan Improves Efficiency of Pressure Data Acquisition & Analysis
Write your own programs to retrieve Tekscan data!

Sports Science Uncovers Myths With Pressure Mapping
When Fox Sports Network's Sport Science needed the most advanced pressure measurement technology to investigate and break down myths in athletics, they chose Tekscan!

EC-4pole 32 HD with Planetary Gearhead
This 480 W motor can withstand 200 °C, 1000 G, -5000 m and 1700 bar.

Expansion of Metal Bellows Line Announced

Metal Bellows Expansion Joints Available

BellowsTech Defines Edge Welded Bellows Technology

Servometer® Offers Precision Engineered Custom Electroforms

Interconnect Gold Contact Springs Available From Stock

Servometer Flexible Shaft Couplings Ensure Accurate Positioning

Electroformed Metal Bellows

Introducing the new 4 mm micro motor and gearhead
maxon motor was challenged to deliver maximum power in the smallest possible space and the result is the EC 4 brushless motor.

Increase Product Efficiency with Tactile Pressure Measurement from Tekscan
After looking to develop a more efficient product for its pharmaceutical customers, Bonfiglioli Engineering, of Ferrara, Italy, found a solution by integrating Tekscan tactile pressure sensing technology into their product.

TEKSCAN, INC. FEATURED ON BBC ONE’S HIT TV SHOW, BANG GOES THE THEORY