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 […]
continue readingFurther 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 […]
continue readingHarsh 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 […]
continue readingVariohm 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 […]
continue readingAPPLICATION 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 […]
continue readingExpanded 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 […]
continue readingVariohm 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 […]
continue readingHeavy 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 […]
continue readingMachine 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 […]
continue readingTechnical 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 […]
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