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Instrumentation, Control Process

High-precision instrument for accurate liquid level measuring

3rd May 2024 A magnetostrictive level transmitter used for high-accuracy, continuous level detection of liquids now also features long insertion lengths. The new FLM-Tx-FLEX model from WIKA is fitted with a flexible probe tube in the form of a stainless steel spiral armour. 

Multifunction display for measured values

3rd May 2024 A new multifunction display with a universal measurement input is said to improve the visibility of information related to measured values. The solution is designed to detect and convert analogue standard signals, pulses, frequencies, and temperature sensors. The measured value is displayed in... 

Image of a multifunction display from ifm
A multifunction display from ifm

High-brightness displays for small spaces

16th March 2024 Human machine interface (HMI) programmable graphic displays are used for controlling, parameter-setting and operation of mobile machines and installations. The units can be used in conjunction with a mobile controller or as a stand-alone solution. The compact 4.3" ecomatDisplay HMI is designed... 

Image of programmable graphic displays from ifm
Programmable graphic displays from ifm

Position detection cylinder sensors

29th January 2024 T-slot cylinder sensors with IO-Link and two configurable hardware outputs is designed to keep both end positions in view. The outputs can be configured to specific application requirements. A high-resolution process value with a detection range of 50 mm enables continuous monitoring as well as... 

Image of a position detection cylinder sensors
Position detection cylinder sensors from ifm

Sensor for point level and leakage monitoring

24th January 2024 Described as an alternative to float switches, LI level sensors are designed to reliably detect leakages and point levels on a permanent basis. The capacitive measuring system has no moving parts, eliminating the risk of malfunction or maintenance requirements as a result of deposits on... 

Image of teh LI level sensor from ifm
LI level sensor from ifm

Transmitter ensures stable temperature measurement

31st October 2023 A new digital temperature transmitter offering a variety of sensor connection combinations and a new type of drift detection, is designed to enable extremely flexible and stable temperature measurement. The model T38 digital temperature transmitter from WIKA includes head-mounted and rail-mounted... 

Image of a digital temperature transmitter from WIKA
Digital temperature transmitter from WIKA

Enhanced sterile processes

7th September 2023 A new in-line process transmitter is designed to help optimise sterile processes by reducing energy consumption, improving safety, and simplifying cleaning processes. The DMSU22SA model from WIKA communicates by means of Highway Addressable Remote Transducer, or HART, protocol and is 3-A- and... 

Image of the DMSU22SA process transmitter from WIKA
The DMSU22SA process transmitter from WIKA

State-of-the-art display for electric skid steer

10th August 2023 Mobile and industrial hydraulics and electric powertrain systems supplier Danfoss Power Solutions is supplying its DM700 display for use on the third-generation Elise 900 all-electric skid steer loader manufactured by FIRSTGREEN Industries (previously known as Kovaco Electric). The seven-inch... 

Image of Danfoss DM700 display and new Elise 900 skid steer loader
Danfoss DM700 display used in the new Elise 900 skid steer loader

Electronic pressure switch for hygienic applications

30th July 2023 Featuring high levels of accuracy and minimal long-term drift, the WIKA PSD-4 electronic pressure switch is recognised as a universal solution for industrial automation tasks, under harsh conditions. The unit also has European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group, or EHEDG, and 3-A... 

Image of the WIKA PSD-4 electronic pressure switch
The WIKA PSD-4 electronic pressure switch

Diagnostic tool improves condition monitoring

30th July 2023 SKF has added to its Microlog Analyzer portfolio of data collection devices with the recent introduction of its Microlog Analyzer dBX. The tool is said to offer faster measurement collection and greater diagnostic power and can be used in a range of industries including pulp and paper, food and... 

Image of a person in an industrial environment looking at a screen
SKF's Microlog Analyzer dBX can be used as a portable diagnostic tool

Digital pressure gauge for mobile applications

28th June 2023 The battery-operated CPG1200 digital pressure gauge from WIKA Instruments is designed for use in mobile applications, such as leak testing during transport. The gauge is said to enable the convenient and flexible setting of operating pressures, readjusting pressure switches, and carrying out... 

WIKA's CPG1200 digital pressure gauge
WIKA's CPG1200 digital pressure gauge

Diagnostic tool added to condition monitoring portfolio

11th June 2023 SKF has extended its range of data collection devices with a new model that it says offers faster measurement collection and greater diagnostic power. The new SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX tool can be used as a standalone troubleshooting tool or as part of a comprehensive predictive maintenance... 

Image of the SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX diagnostic tool
The SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX diagnostic tool

Pressure sensor for mobile working machines

26th May 2023 WIKA Instruments’ MH-4-CAN pressure sensor is described as a powerful, reliable and resilient pressure sensor for mobile working machines. Even under demanding conditions, the sensor is designed to deliver constant, precise measured data and high operational safety. Based on the MH-4 model, the... 

Image of the MH-4-CAN pressure sensor from WIKA Instruments
The MH-4-CAN pressure sensor from WIKA Instruments

New software tool saves sensor data

5th May 2023 A new backup and restore solution is said to secure and save data from out-of-service or replaced level sensors and pressure sensors. Measurement technology company VEGA notes that smartphones and tablets are now standard equipment in industrial plants and that almost 40% of its sensors for... 

Image of software on a tablet to show that VEGA provides software to backup data from sensors
VEGA provides software to backup data from sensors

Certification makes electronic pressure switch suitable for hygienic applications

5th May 2023 EHEDG and 3-A certification of the PSD-4 electronic pressure switch from WIKA makes it suitable for industries with high hygienic requirements. The switch is regarded as the universal solution for industrial automation tasks, in hygienic applications and under harsh conditions. As a result of an... 

Image of The PSD-4 electronic pressure switch from WIKA
The PSD-4 electronic pressure switch from WIKA

Transducer ensures high-accuracy measurement in the semiconductor industry

28th April 2023 An ultra-high purity transducer from WIKA Instruments is said to be the first transducer to use the SDP 5003.2080, offering maximum security of investment.   The company says that the WUD-2x-E model is a particularly compact, ultra-high purity transducer for high-accuracy pressure measurement of... 

Image of the WUD-2x-E ultra-high purity transducer from WIKA Instruments
The WUD-2x-E ultra-high purity transducer from WIKA Instruments

Flushing Rings with integrated valves

4th April 2023 Emerson has introduced a new flushing ring design that is said to reduce maintenance and improve differential pressure (DP) measurement accuracy, while also reducing installation time by eliminating the need for onsite assembly. The Rosemount 319 Flushing Ring with valve-integrated design is... 

Image of Emerson's new flushing ring design
Emerson's new flushing ring design

High-precision geo measuring systems

18th March 2023 The range of geo measuring systems from Germany-based DMT group is said to offer quality, functionality and practicality. Designed to withstand harsh conditions in the field, the high-precision devices are said to be robust, delivering maximum accuracy and data quality. The DMT portfolio of... 

Image of DMT’s CoreScan3 high-tech core-logging system
DMT’s CoreScan3 high-tech core-logging system

Online tool for wake frequency calculation 

3rd March 2023 A wake frequency calculation is used to determine the required dimensions and suitability of a thermowell, which is the protective structure around a thermocouple probe or thermometer. The wake has a specific frequency, which is a function of the diameter of the thermowell and the fluid velocity. 

Image of a thermowell
WIKA offers an online wake frequency calculation tool

New hygienic measuring instrument

13th September 2022 A new bimetal thermometer is said to meet the requirements of the pharmaceutical industry, the food industry and biotechnology. The model TG58SA display instrument from WIKA is in an ASME bioprocessing equipment-compliant design, meets the 3-A sanitary standard and has European Hygienic... 

Image of the TG58SA bimetal thermometer from WIKA
The TG58SA bimetal thermometer from WIKA

Ultrasonic flow meter helps ensure reliable gas flow measurement

30th August 2022 Patented broadband continuous-wave technology used in an ultra-sonic flow meter promises low noise and reliable measurements, even in the most demanding applications. By calculating velocity ratios between two or more ultrasonic paths, WIKA says that its simply constructed model FLC-UFL... 

Image of the WIKA FLC-UFL ultrasonic flow meter
The WIKA FLC-UFL ultrasonic flow meter

3-point pressure calibration in 10 seconds

10th June 2022 WIKA’s model CPC3050 high-speed pressure controller is the newest device in Mensor's line-up of precision pressure controllers and is said to perform end-of-line three-point verification in ten seconds. With an innovative regulator, the CPC3050 is designed for fast pressure control in industrial... 

Image of The Mensor CPC3050 high-speed pressure controller from WIKA
The Mensor CPC3050 high-speed pressure controller from WIKA

New era in level sensing ‘a few clicks away’ with Vega’s new radar sensor

By: Simone Liedtke     25th February 2022 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Users having to choose the right level measuring instrument from a multitude of options is now history, says instrumentation engineer VEGA, as it releases its new VEGAPULS 6X radar level sensor on March 1. The new VEGAPULS 6X offers a self-diagnosis system that... 

Image of the VEGAPULS 6X radar level sensor from VEGA
The VEGAPULS 6X radar level sensor is being launched by VEGA

Easy-to-use electronic flow switch

10th December 2021 A digital display and three-button operation system allows the switch points of the electronic flow switch model FSD-4 to be freely and easily configured directly on the instrument or by means of IO-link. The electronic flow switch from WIKA offers flexibility in monitoring and controlling flow,... 

Image of  FSD-4 model electronic flow switch from WIKA
The FSD-4 model electronic flow switch from WIKA

Prepaid water meter offers convenience and reliability

10th December 2021 A wall mounted prepaid water meter is said to be ideal for use in instances where the sub-metering of water consumption is required, such as rental properties, residential complexes or for body corporates. The PPU Amanzi WM unit is programmed to stop the flow of water once the prepaid credit is... 

Image of PPU Amanzi WM prepaidwater meter from JKNV Energy
The PPU Amanzi WM prepaidwater meter from JKNV Energy

Anton Paar launches first Nanoindentation tester for everyone

1st December 2021 Meet Hit 300 - Anton Paar's new nanoindentation tester built for every user and every environment. 

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Prepaid electricity meter offers accuracy and reliability

19th November 2021 Prepaid electricity meters are seen as a convenient solution for managing electricity usage and costs, especially for rental properties, existing or new installations in domestic homes, cottages, townhouse units, complexes, flats or retail outlets. Hexing HXE115-KP electricity prepaid meters are... 

Image of the Hexing HXE115-KP meter which operates on the JKNV Energy vending platform and integrates with EasyPay
The Hexing HXE115-KP meter operates on the JKNV Energy vending platform and integrates with EasyPay

Mintek’s CyLas upgraded to accommodate remote working amid pandemic

By: Tracy Hancock     30th August 2021 Instrument technicians at remote sites can now install the CyLas on-line instrument for measuring a hydrocyclone’s underflow flare discharge angle with only telephone or email assistance where needed. The inability of minerals processing and metallurgical engineering products and services... 

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Versatile laser scanner for a range of applications

22nd July 2021 A flexible, survey-style laser scanner solution with user-friendly processing software is said to reduce lengthy surveying processes into fast workflows. WorldsView recently launched Topcon’s 3D GLS-2200 laser scanner, an upgrade from its GLS-2000 predecessor, which includes integrated High... 

Image of Topcon’s GLS-2200 completing a structural inspection
Topcon’s GLS-2200 completing a structural inspection

Total station ensures accurate surveying

3rd June 2021 Total stations are essential tools for measuring vertical and horizontal angles as well as slope distances and a high precision instrument is key to ensuring accuracy in land and engineering surveying. The new Topcon OS-200 series total station distributed and serviced in sub-Saharan Africa by... 

The Topcon OS-200 series total station distributed by WorldsView
The Topcon OS-200 series total station distributed by WorldsView

Flow meter measures fuel consumption

26th March 2021 Positive displacement flow technology allows for precise flow measurement of most clean liquids. When liquid flows through a positive displacement flowmeter, two oval geared rotors measure a constant volume per rotation, within a precisely machined measuring chamber. With each rotation, a... 

Instrotech supplies the Kobold DOE oval gear flowmeter
Instrotech supplies the Kobold DOE oval gear flowmeter

Conductive level switches offer reliable monitoring

12th March 2021 The use of conductive level switches for monitoring chemical or freshwater tanks, mixing vessels or for run-dry protection in pumps, helps to ensure efficient and cost-effective measurement and monitoring of industrial processes. Instrotech offers a compact, space-saving switch that has a robust... 

Kobold NEK conductive level switch from Instrotech
Kobold NEK conductive level switch from Instrotech

Electrical loggers help reduce energy costs

15th January 2021 Energy is a significant contributor to costs in the industrial sector but, as a variable cost, it can be monitored and managed to find opportunities for energy savings. COMTEST’s Fluke 1732/1734 three-phase energy loggers are designed to identify sources of electrical energy waste.  The tools are... 

Fluke 1732 and 1734 three-phase energy loggers
Fluke 1732 and 1734 three-phase energy loggers

Smart meters enable accurate billing

5th November 2020 SPONSORED POST (Virtual Showroom): Smart meters are defined as an advanced meter that identifies the electricity consumption pattern in better detail as compared to a conventional meter. Smart meters have basic functions that conventional meters do not. Smart meters have the ability to send and... 

A smart meter from Enbaya Prepaid Meters
A smart meter from Enbaya Prepaid Meters

Multifunctional sensor promises efficient pneumatic performance

4th November 2020 A recently introduced multifunctional Flow Thermal Meter for gases (FTMg) flow sensor detects pneumatic system leakages before pressure loss causes machine failure. It is engineered to output up to eight process parameters including flow speed, flow volume, cumulative volume, mass flow,... 

SICK Automation’s pneumatic multifunctional sensor
SICK Automation’s pneumatic multifunctional sensor

Humidity sensors for hydraulic applications

22nd September 2020 A range of humidity sensors has been developed to serve as a preliminary warning system on any hydraulic application and to continuously monitor application oil relative humidity (rH), or moisture, and temperature. Bosch Rexroth South Africa Group company Hytec Fluid Technology (HFT) recently... 

The AquaSensor range, Humidity Sensor WGM, from Hytec Fluid Technology
The AquaSensor range, Humidity Sensor WGM, from Hytec Fluid Technology

Compact infrared thermometer includes new features

3rd July 2020 A non-contact temperature measurement device suitable for spot measurement or thermal imaging now offers a number of improved parameters, including a low bottom temperature of 275 °C and a maximum ambient temperature of up to 315 °C without cooling. The new device also offers a green sighting... 

The CTratio infrared thermometer with a green sighting laser
The CTratio infrared thermometer with a green sighting laser

Radar level sensor launched

11th June 2020 A cloud-connected radar aims to provide full transparency in the storage and transport of liquids. The 80 GHz wireless Industrial Internet of Things sensor combines technology and digital services in one device. The instrument’s continuously recorded measurement data can be accessed remotely at... 

The Endress+Hauser Micropilot FWR30
The Endress+Hauser Micropilot FWR30
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