Press releases 2008

OPTOELECTRONIC SENSORS AND LOGISTICS




 
10.11.2008 Multitalent for high process reliability
The HRTL 96B laser light scanner from Leuze electronic for horizontal positioning, overshoot control, safeguarding the operation of cranes, compartment occupation checks in intralogistics systems.
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10.11.2008 Compact—more compact—LSIS 120
The new LSIS 120 series from Leuze electronic combines barcode and 2D-code reading in a highly efficient and industrial-suited manner.
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27.08.2008 Compact distance sensor for precision measurement and long-distance applications

Leuze electronic is extending its range of optical distance sensors to include additional affordable variants. The previously presented ODSL 8 with teach-in function in a format of just 38 x 48 x 15 mm is now also available with a resolution of 0.03 mm and a measurement range of 25 to 45 mm. Alongside its high resolution, a repeat accuracy of 0.2 % is fundamental to its object measurement precision.
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27.08.2008 Image processing visionPOWERBOX offers flexibility and outstanding performance
The new visionPOWERBOX from Leuze electronic is a compact PC-based high-performance image processing system. Digital FireWire technology ensures high-speed, troublefree recording and transmission of camera images in top class quality.
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26.05.2008 Optical distance sensors with light spot size selection from S to XL
With its ODS 96B, Leuze electronic is offering an optical distance sensor designed for wide-ranging different fields of application. Exceptionally fast measurement cycles make these distance sensors the fastest in their class, permitting measurement applications in highly dynamic processes. A new version has now been launched which permits the user to select any optional light spot size between S and XL when using laser light sources.
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26.05.2008 Pin-point detection of glue traces
The system VSU12 comprising two ultrasound sensors and a separate indicating unit was developed specifically for the reliable detection of glued joints in paper webs. This system is able to recognize glue joints independently of the roller and glue material, the adhesive tape colour and the execution of the glue joint.
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21.05.2008 Laser scanner-supported automatic order picking
The greater the disparity in terms of shape and stability between different items for order picking, the more difficult it is to create automated solutions. The crucial issue is always whether the packing patterns generated using the robot or handling system is in agreement with what actually ends up on the pallet. This is a question that can be answered by laser distance sensors ROD 4plus.
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21.05.2008 Push-through guard using measuring sensors in automatic high-bay warehouses
In high-bay warehouses, protection against accidental push-through of pallets is generally provided by mechanical solutions involving elaborate steel constructions. With its ODS 96B optical distance sensors, Leuze electronic is offering a more economical and technically superior solution to address this important safety requirement.
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14.05.2008 Sensors designed for extreme conditions
n the world of sensor technology, achieving functional reliability also entails providing a practically-oriented design capable of withstanding even the most hostile operating influences. Leuze electronic offers a comprehensive selection of scanners for functions ranging from distance measurement to identification and data transmission solutions, each equipped with the relevant equipment features.
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14.05.2008 Fast, reliable detection of printing plate allocation errors with intelligent camera from Leuze electronic
KBA, one of the world’s leading printing press manufacturers, has come up with a way of preventing printing plate allocation errors: The new printing plate detection system Plate-Ident. The technology behind the new development is an intelligent camera system with image processing capability which was developed specifically for KBA by Leuze electronic.
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14.05.2008 Even the smallest come with unique features
With its 3B series, Leuze electronic has come up with a whole new generation of miniature-format diffuse reflection light scanners. Alongside wide scanning ranges and improved performance reserves, characteristic technologies of the series include external and spurious light source suppression and brightVision®.
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14.05.2008 No mutual interference
AMS 200 distance measuring devices from Leuze electronic operate with the aid of laser red light and can be used alongside DDLS 200 optical data transmission units without risk of mutual interference. Additional data output flexibility is provided by new interfaces.
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28.04.2008 Leuze electronic completes B series with complete range of functional principles
The new series 3B, 25B and 46B sensor generation from Leuze electronic combines pioneering electronic technological development with new production processes, maximum functional reliability and convenient handling – and all at an optimum cost-to-performance ratio. New throughbeam photoelectric sensors and retro-reflective light scanners with fading technology have now been added to these product series.
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07.04.2008 A new generation of ultrasonic forked sensors
The established range of forked sensors with ultrasonic technology from Leuze has been developed to a new level, offering users a range of innovative functions and unique performance credentials.
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07.04.2008 HYGIENE design sensors from Leuze electronic awarded EHEDG certificate
With its WASH-DOWN and HYGIENE design sensor series, Leuze electronic supplies devices capable of withstanding the ever more frequent and intensive cleaning and disinfection cycles demanded by a growing number of different industries. In addition to protection ratings IP67 and IP69K, ECOLAB certification and also Leuze electronic’s own self-imposed CleanProof+ standards, the 53 series is now also certified to EHEDG.
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07.04.2008 Image processing visionPOWERBOX offers flexibility and outstanding performance
The new visionPOWERBOX from Leuze electronic is a compact PC-based high-performance image processing system. Digital FireWire technology ensures high-speed, troublefree recording and transmission of camera images in top class quality.
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07.04.2008 Bar code reader featuring pioneering technology
The BCL 500i bar code reader series from Leuze electronic is not only flexible in application due to its outstanding versatility, but also offers integrated field bus connectivity for fast and simple implementation. The unique webConfig software permits convenient device commissioning.
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