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Welcome to our blog. Here you will find current articles on the topics of industrial automation and sensor technology.
Vision Sensors—Three Examples for Industrial Vision in Material Handling (Part 2)
Whether control, positioning, or identification—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.
How to Select the Right Purge and Pressurization System
Selecting the right purge and pressurization system to protect your plant from ignition sources in potentially explosive gas or dust atmospheres can be a challenging task. Learn how to choose a purge and pressurization system considering Class/Division or Zone and the features that fit your application needs.
Vision Sensors—Industrial Vision Applications in the Automotive Industry (Part 1)
Whether for automatic component inspection, 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 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!
Changeover from ASi Gateway K20 to KE5: IIoT-Ready In 3 Steps
The multiprotocol-capable AS-Interface gateway type KE5 makes your AS-Interface network ready for IIoT applications. Learn how to switch from the legacy type K20 ASi gateway with PROFINET interface to the IIoT-ready ASi-3 gateway KE5 in three steps.
3 Sensing Methods to Verify Part Ejection in Metal Forming
When punching or notching metal strips, unwanted material must be cleared to prevent damage. Learn three sensing methods to verify part ejection in metal forming.
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