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EC79/2009, EC406/2010 and Automotive E1 type approvals: New pressure sensors from Variohm
With the launch of its new EPT31H2 and SMO31H2 series pressure sensors, Variohm EuroSensor has attained the European type-approval standards required for safe measurement and monitoring on high-pressure hydrogen generation, storage and transportation systems up to 700 bar – as well as fulfil automotive industry approval for the lower pressure ranges required for hydrogen fuel-cell powered vehicles. Both new H2 model lines meet the EC79/2009 and EC406/2010 type-approvals for hydrogen processing and storage systems whilst the SMO31H2 also has European E1 automotive type-approval making it suitable for mobile pressure monitoring applications on cars, buses and trucks etc. The EPT31H2 and SMO31H2 pressure sensors are based upon well-proven measurement technology with…
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Further expansion of Variohm Holdings sees the acquisition of Limitor Solutions GmbH – temperature monitoring, protection and sensing specialist
Variohm Holdings, a part of the LSE-listed discoverIE Group plc (LSE: DSCV), has further advanced its strategic plans to expand both product portfolio and manufacturing competency with the acquisition of the German/Hungarian temperature control component manufacturer Limitor Solutions GmbH. With its main 2.700 m2 manufacturing site based in Pecs – Hungary and headquarters and warehousing facilities in Urbach near Stuttgart – Germany, Limitor Solutions has a fifty year history as a leading manufacturer of temperature based component technologies for thermal protection, regulation, switching and sensing as well as temperature timers, fuses and controllers. With a customer list that spans global electronics manufacturers such as AEG, Siemens, Kärcher and Philips, Limitor…
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Harsh environment angle sensor for mobile machinery: Novotechnik’s new RSA-3200 touchless Hall technology angle sensor available from Variohm EuroSensor
With its optimised design for harsh environment position sensing tasks on mobile machinery and equipment for construction, agriculture, forestry and haulage etc., Novotechnik’s new RSA-3200 series angle sensors offer a wide choice of electrical interfaces, five selectable angle measurement ranges to 360⁰, and resolution to 14 bits in an extremely robust IP6K9K housing. Available in the UK from the German sensor manufacturer’s distribution partner Variohm EuroSensor, the new sensor also complies with European E1 approvals and is suitable for safety-related applications to DIN EN ISO 13849. The competitively priced sensor is available in a choice of single and dual-redundant analogue output versions as ratiometric, current and voltage from 12 to…
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Variohm Group expands with acquisition of magnetic encoder specialist Phoenix America
Variohm Holdings has recently added Phoenix America, the leading magnetic encoder and magnetic sensor solutions specialist, to its group of companies. Based in Fort Wayne – IN, the pioneer designer, developer and manufacturer of high-resolution magnetic encoder and sensor technologies offers a comprehensive range of cost-effective absolute and incremental encoders, speed and proximity sensors, custom moulded magnets and more. The acquisition provides significant opportunities for both parties: a European marketing platform for Phoenix America and for the five European-based members of the Variohm Group, a USA sales and support channel for its various sensor, measurement and motion control solutions businesses. Phoenix America was founded in 2000 after purchasing selected assets from…
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APPLICATION NOTE: Precision magnetic encoders for the toughest environments: Wachendorff’s customised WDGA encoders endure the harsh conditions on AT-Boretec’s horizontal boring machinery
Shock and vibration-resistant absolute rotary encoders from Wachendorff Automation are providing precision position feedback for the automated feeding of pipe components as part of a control system on AT-Boretec’s horizontal boring machines. Providing a cost effective alternative to traditional trench digging methods for laying broadband services, water supplies and other underground systems, these mobile construction industry machines operate under harsh environmental and mechanical conditions where reliability and long trouble-free working life are of prime importance. Represented in the UK by Variohm EuroSensor, Wachendorff is a technology leader in automation measurement systems with a comprehensive standard range of incremental and absolute encoders and a customisation service for demanding severe-duty position measurement…
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Expanded choice for well proven linear position sensor range: Novotechnik add new measuring lengths for LWG series
Recently announced by Novotechnik, the German measurement technology leader, and available from its UK distribution partner Variohm EuroSensor, LWG series linear position sensors are now available in six additional standard measurement lengths. Adding increased flexibility for closed loop position feedback and other precision measurement tasks in industrial automation, mobile machinery, high-speed robotics and more, the well proven LWG series now has twenty specifiable measurement ranges from 50 mm to 750 mm with a choice of 4-pin M12 connector or flying lead electrical connection. LWG series linear position sensors feature a durable conductive plastic resistance element and elastomer-damped multi-finger wiper system with precious metal brushes for a highly repeatable and precise…
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Variohm EuroSensor launch new ETP21H2 temperature sensor for pressurised hydrogen applications
Addressing the increasing need for reliable and accurate temperature measurement for processing and safety in fuel cell and other hydrogen powered or hydrogen utilised solutions, Variohm EuroSensor has launched a new highly durable variant of its well-proven ETP21 series temperature sensor. With a measurement range of -40 to +100 °C and a static operating pressure up to 160 bar (higher pressures on request), the new ETP21H2 sensor features a 316L stainless steel housing for extreme resistance to hydrogen embrittlement and permeation whilst high-grade electronics and a PT100 sensor element ensure measurement accuracy to greater than +/- 1.0 % at RT. For straightforward installation the ETP21H2 has an industry standard M10…
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Heavy duty load cells for agricultural machinery: VPG Transducer’s new Agribar™ 5330 load cell available from Variohm EuroSensor
Recently announced by VPG Transducers and available with full support from Variohm EuroSensor, the global sensor manufacturer’s UK distribution partner, the Agribar™ 5330 series load cell is specially designed for use in challenging load measurement and control applications on mobile agricultural machinery and farm mixing, spreading and dispensing equipment. Its single-ended bending beam design is especially robust, load rated at 6150 Kg and a CANbus option is available that enables added operational analysis and increased efficiency for heavy-duty farm machinery applications. The Agribar’s robust alloy steel housing has a dust and water tight IP67 rating (optionally IP69K) and is finished in a special electro-deposited organic coating for added corrosion and…
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Machine safety without SIL: Wachendorff’s WDG series redundant encoders provide cost-effective safety
Wachendorff, the German measurement systems manufacturer, has recently launched redundant versions of its well proven WDGR and WDGE series incremental and absolute encoders. Available from Variohm EuroSensor, Wachendorff´s exclusive UK distributor, the new series combine disparate optical and magnetic measurement principles that are independently correlated yet fully synchronised through separate processing electronics. Providing true redundancy and utilising as few similar components as possible, Wachendorff see the new products as a compelling and cost effective alternative to expensive Performance Level d or SIL 3 based safety systems – with the two tried and tested measurement principles extensively used across thousands of industrial speed and position feedback tasks over many years. Two…
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Technical Note: Sensor applications in agricultural machinery
As part of the many sensor technologies now widely employed in smart farming, where sophisticated monitoring and control is now universally applied to optimise crop production, mobile agricultural machinery manufacturers are increasingly utilising precision sensors as part of the equipment and systems they produce to till, seed, and harvest crops to further maximise productivity. Variohm EuroSensor – a leading sensor manufacturer and a sensor component distributor – has successfully undertaken a number of applications with UK and European farm machinery manufacturers for position, load, pressure and temperature sensors with almost all of them installed in harsh outdoor environments where large temperature extremes as well as severe shock and vibration conditions…
