Sensors

Easier, more economical positioning and inspection

Easier, more economical positioning and inspection

The OX family of sensors from Baumer continues to push the boundaries of performance by combining measurement precision of up to 5 micrometres in an ultra-compact package. Using profile analysis, the ‘smart’ 2D OX series sensors are now able to solve a variety of challenging robot positioning and inspection tasks more efficiently and more economically […]

By November 7, 2023 Read More →
Photoelectric module stops robot gripper collisions

Photoelectric module stops robot gripper collisions

When an automated assembly cell, where space is at a premium, required a solution for avoiding collisions between the robot gripper and its surroundings – populated with other assembly and material handling equipment – the designers of the robotic system turned to Contrinex. A small robot with a multi-finger gripper is used as a tender […]

By September 1, 2023 Read More →
Camera sensors key for robotic PET bottle inspection

Camera sensors key for robotic PET bottle inspection

Sewtec Automation, a market leader in bespoke automation for a wide range of industries, has developed an advanced inspection machine for PET bottles that relies on the high performance of Keyence camera sensors to deliver accurate and repeatable results in short cycle times. Sewtec Automation develops, designs, manufactures, installs and supports industrial automation systems worldwide. […]

By August 30, 2023 Read More →
Miniature inductives improve cobot performance

Miniature inductives improve cobot performance

Contrinex’s tiny Ø3mm inductive proximity sensors cram high levels of performance into the smallest of packages. This combination of small size and big performance is ideal to verify the presence of interchangeable end-of-arm tooling on small robots. Small industrial robots and cobots (collaborative robots) are increasingly being used for material handling tasks like machine tending […]

By August 17, 2023 Read More →
IO-Link RFID helps improve cobot capabilities

IO-Link RFID helps improve cobot capabilities

When an automotive manufacturer needed a low cost, easy-to-implement solution to add RFID verification to the automated tooling change system, for a small robot working as a machine tender to an expensive and delicate machining centre, it turned to Contrinex. The integration of interchangeable end-of-arm tooling for robots increases their flexibility and capability but also […]

By August 10, 2023 Read More →
Baumer profile sensors for electroplating robot

Baumer profile sensors for electroplating robot

A ‘smart’ ultra-compact profile sensor from Baumer is proving key on a newly developed space- and time-saving electroplating robot. In many applications surface coating such as electroplating is an important part of the manufacturing process and if performed manually, will require a considerable amount of space and human resources. However, a good example of the […]

By August 8, 2023 Read More →
Omron showcases digital intelligence solution

Omron showcases digital intelligence solution

Celebrating 90 years of pioneering technological advancements that have transformed the manufacturing landscape, Omron will be showcasing a range of demonstrations at stand B34 during the PPMA Show at the NEC in Birmingham from 26-28 September. The demonstrations will highlight the latest advancements in technology, addressing the pressing challenges faced by today’s manufacturers. Omron’s display […]

By July 5, 2023 Read More →
Automating the welding of aluminium assemblies

Automating the welding of aluminium assemblies

When a manufacturer of valves wanted to automate the welding of aluminium parts with robots to prevent misalignment, it turned to Contrinex for an inductive proximity sensor that would ensure the presence and position of an aluminium tube, and be able to withstand the electromagnetic interference created by the high currents used in the spot […]

By June 29, 2023 Read More →
Unlock manufacturing success on the Omron roadshow

Unlock manufacturing success on the Omron roadshow

Omron’s highly anticipated Discover Omron Roadshow will bring together industry experts, thought leaders and manufacturers to exchange invaluable insights and empower participants with strategies to overcome hurdles, reduce costs, optimise efficiency, and drive overall cost-effectiveness in their operations. The UK manufacturing industry is currently navigating a landscape riddled with formidable challenges, including surging raw material […]

By May 24, 2023 Read More →
Photoelectric sensors boost performance and capabilities

Photoelectric sensors boost performance and capabilities

Idec introduces the SA2E general-purpose photoelectric (PE) sensor family, in five major models, each which improve on or replace proven SA1E products, meeting the needs of robotics, pick and place and AGV applications. A new ASIC, common to the entire offering, provides a significantly improved price/performance ratio, while delivering better response times and more capable […]

By May 12, 2023 Read More →