FACTORY AUTOMATION DIVISION
Fifty years ago, when Walter Pepperl and his colleague, Wilfried Gehl from BASF, were commissioned with the task of finding an alternative to mechanical contact, they had no idea that they would set a milestone in the development of automation technology.
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Inductive proximity sensors are the preferred choice for the majority of applications requiring accurate, non-contact detection of metallic
objects in machinery or automation equipment. As a pioneer and market leader, Pepperl+Fuchs offers innovative, high quality
inductive sensors to meet the needs of the worldwide automation and process control markets. Our experience, flexibility and customer focus
continues to allow us to offer custom designed solutions for the most unique and demanding applications.
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Pepperl+Fuchs offers a wide range of photoelectric sensors,
fiber optic cables, & accessories. We have the photoelectric sensors
you need to keep your applications running. Pepperl+Fuchs with the
brand VISOLUX is an innovator of photoelectric sensing
technologies. For precise, optical control of positioning,
sorting, and counting processes and for custom non-standard
applications, look to Pepperl+Fuchs to have the answers for every
industry.
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Ultrasonic sensors present the ideal solution for
non-contact position and distance measurement
in all industrial areas where environmental conditions such as
dust, smoke or steam may affect the sensors. Objects consisting of a
variety of materials can be detected to within millimeters regardless of
color or shape. The ultrasonic sensor produces a data
carrier utilizing very high frequencies that are outside the human’s
audible range. The time it takes for that ultrasonic wave to pass
between the sensor and the object is the value for the distance or the
position. Ultrasonic sensors have proven their reliability and precision
in many industries, including lumber and furniture, construction
materials and equipment, farming equipment and in level control
applications.
Pepperl+Fuchs’ ultrasonic sensors currently
encompass twelve series of mechanical designs for through-beam, direct
detection and retro-reflective operation. Customer and application
specific custom solutions underscore our technological competence in
this area of sensors.
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Rotary encoders can be used in all applications that
require monitoring rotation rate, speed, acceleration and direction.
These sensors can be utilized in many applications found in mechanical
engineering, the conveyor industry, material handling and the packaging
industry. You are certain to find a suitable rotary encoder
for your application from our broad product offering. In
automation, rotary encoders are used as sensors for
angle, position, speed and acceleration. Linear motion can also be
measured through the use of spindles, gear racks, measuring wheels or
cable pulls.
Rotary encoders convert a mechanical input into
electrical signals, which can be processed by counters, tachometers,
programmable logic controllers and industrial PCs.
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Pepperl+Fuchs utilizes different technologies to provide industrial
positioning systems for virtually any positioning task. Our product
range includes:
- Inductive Positioning Systems
- Distance Measurement Sensors
- Position Encoding System WCS
- Data Matrix Positioning System PCV
- Electronic CAM-Switch Controller PAX
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Whether you want to monitor the inclination angle of a machine component or the acceleration values of system structures or components,
Pepperl+Fuchs offers the right solution for your needs.
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Years of experience in industrial sensor technology and factory
automation make Pepperl+Fuchs your specialist for
identification systems. Pepperl+Fuchs identification
systems make the acquisition of information in production and
logistics more cost-efficient, and enhance the quality of the
information. You have a constantly updated display of inventory,
while benefiting from comprehensive tracking and tracing options.
Your access for the control of all material flows is also improved.
And because the process data available to you is so accurate, you
can continuously improve processes, enabling you to raise the bar in
terms of delivery reliability and inventory management.
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Pepperl+Fuchs introduced the world’s first industrial proximity sensor in 1958, and ever since that time we’ve been providing the automation industry with the highest quality industrial sensors.
Pepperl+Fuchs’ sensors are crafted using state-of-the-art components and the latest technologies to ensure precision, reliability, and functionality. Our industrial sensors’ combination of durability, high accuracy, and quick response time make them an invaluable tool in industrial automation in the automotive industry, doors, gates and elevators manufacturing, machine and plant engineering, material handling, packaging, print, paper and finishing and process equipment industries.
Our inductive and capacitive sensors along with photoelectric and ultrasonic technologies are the backbone of our Factory Automation product line. Other products include rotary encoders, positioning systems, AS-Interface, RFID, and barcode systems.
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