Applications
Whether positioning, detecting, capturing, measuring, identifying, navigating, transmitting data, or troubleshooting and diagnosing via software—discover solutions for various applications in the field of industrial sensors and explosion protection. Do you want to measure distances, configure devices, monitor the status of your system, or avoid plant downtime with predictive maintenance and diagnostics? We support you in a variety of use cases and show you several application solutions.

Applications
Whether positioning, detecting, capturing, measuring, identifying, navigating, transmitting data, or troubleshooting and diagnosing via software—discover solutions for various applications in the field of industrial sensors and explosion protection. Do you want to measure distances, configure devices, monitor the status of your system, or avoid plant downtime with predictive maintenance and diagnostics? We support you in a variety of use cases and show you several application solutions.

Intelligent Valve Control with IO-Link in Conveyor Technology
Pneumatic valves are widely used in material handling systems. Learn how IO-Link valve connectors from Pepperl+Fuchs can make standard valves smart and add value to your application.
Ultrasonic Double Sheet Sensors with IO-Link Make Material Layer Detection Simple and Reliable
When it comes to reliably detecting sheets of various materials such as paper, plastic, wood, sheet metals, or even highly reflective solar wafers in industrial processes, ultrasonic double sheet sensors offer an ideal solution. This is now easier than ever with two new series of IO-Link double sheet sensors in M18 or M30 design.
For which Applications is the SmartRunner Explorer 3-D Vision Sensor Suitable?
Short detection range but maximum precision required? Learn more about the applications for the SmartRunner Explorer 3-D vision sensor in packaging technology and quality control.
Monitoring Inclination and Acceleration in Dynamic Applications with the Inertial Measurement Unit IMU F99
Whether for steering angle limitation on wheel loaders or the control of AGVs—the F99 inertial measurement system is the ideal solution for inclination and acceleration monitoring in dynamic applications. Learn about six application examples for the inertial measurement unit.
How to Reliably Monitor Valves on Hydrogen Pipes
Pepperl+Fuchs offers a whole range of solutions for reliable monitoring and feedback on the valve positions on hydrogen transport pipes. But which solution is best for which application? Find out about the different product solutions how to reliably monitor valves on hydrogen pipes, whether indoors, outdoors, or in hazardous areas.
Vision Sensors—Use Cases for Industrial Vision in the Automotive Industry (Part 4)
Learn three examples and the advantages of vision sensors in the automotive industry. The detection of fasteners in automotive construction, optical identification in the high-temperature range, and the detection of components in car body construction are only a few of the use cases for industrial vision in the automotive industry.
Vision Sensors—Use Cases for Industrial Vision in Material Handling (Part 3)
Whether it is the adjustment of automated-guided vehicles, the positioning of stack carriers, or the removal control during order picking processes—material handling faces a multitude of challenges. To meet these, Pepperl+Fuchs offers a broad portfolio of vision sensors in material handling. Learn more about three application examples from storage and material handling in this blog article and discover the solution for your industrial vision task.
Vision Sensors—Three Examples for Industrial Vision in Material Handling (Part 2)
Whether control, positioning, or monitoring—the tasks of vision sensors in storage and material handling could hardly be more diverse. Pepperl+Fuchs offers a comprehensive portfolio in the area of industrial vision for the various requirements of these tasks. In this blog article, you will gain insights into three applications for vision sensors in material handling and learn what advantages the products used can also offer for your application.
Vision Sensors—Three Examples for Industrial Vision in the Automotive Industry (Part 1)
Whether for automatic component inspection, code reading on vehicle components, or the positioning of electric monorail systems—the application areas of vision sensors are as diverse as the portfolio of industrial vision. Learn more about three application examples of vision sensors in the automotive industry.
Pallet Detection on Roller Conveyor Systems—Optical or Ultrasonic?
Until recently, customized solutions were required to detect different pallet types on roller conveyor systems. The Pallet Detector from Pepperl+Fuchs now allows flexible switching between two technologies. This enables different types of pallets to be detected using a single solution. Find out which version is most suitable for which type of pallet!
How to Assemble the VOS 2-D Universal Vision Sensor for Your Application
The VOS 2-D universal vision sensor portfolio offers high scalability on the hardware side, from simple vision applications to more demanding tasks. In this blog article, you will get an overview of the VOS hardware components as well as the criteria for the optimal mix so that you can tailor your vision sensor exactly to your application.
4 Sensing Methods to Verify Part Ejection in Metal Forming
When punching or notching metal strips, unwanted material must be cleared to prevent damage. Learn four sensing methods to verify part ejection in metal forming.
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