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Dynamic Quartz Force Sensors for
Automotive Component Durability and Life-Cycle Testing |
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July 21, 2006, Depew, New York, USA – Piezoelectric force sensors from
the Force/Torque Division of PCB® Piezotronics, Inc., are
well-suited for multi-cycle, high repetition automotive and component
test applications. Dynamic quartz force sensors are extremely rigid,
allowing high repeatability and over-range protection required for
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These ICP® and charge output sensors cost-effectively measure
compression, tension and impacts encountered in Life-Cycle, Durability &
Fatigue Testing, Impact, Drop & Crash Testing, Structural & Modal
Testing, and Penetration and Fracture Analysis. A variety of dynamic
force sensor configurations and ranges are offered, including ring,
three-component ring, link, impact, penetration, and strain styles. ICP®
and charge output versions are available and signal conditioning is also
offered. ... |
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Larson Davis Names Gregg Novak North
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July 20, 2006 – Depew, NY, USA – Larson Davis, a division of PCB
Piezotronics (PCB®), has named Gregg Novak as North American Sales
Manager. In this position, Gregg will be responsible for all Larson
Davis sales activities in the United States, Canada and Latin America,
managing all Direct Sales, representatives and distributors of the
division’s Industrial Hygiene and Acoustic Test product lines. Mr. Novak
brings to his new position more than fifteen years of Sound and
Vibration applications engineering experience. He began his career as an
Applications Engineer for PCB®, and –in a series of successive
management roles -served as Vibration Product Manager and PCB® National
Sales Manager. He returns to PCB® after several years as an independent
sales representative based in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information,
please contact Larson Davis toll-free at 888-258-3222, email sales@larsondavis.com,
or visit www.larsondavis.com. ... |
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Elevator / Conveyor Belt Misalignment
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Detects dangerous misalignment of buckets and belt to prevent costly
downtime and help eliminate the risk of explosions. The AB400 Elite uses
an electronic microprocessor control unit and up to 4 magnetic alignment
sensors to monitor the alignment of the belts of 2 separate bucket
elevators / conveyors. Alternatively the 4 sensors can monitor the top
and bottom belt alignment in a single bucket elevator. |
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Alignment Sensing: The two probes, which are mounted on the elevator
will generate one pulse for each metallic bucket or bolt. If the
elevator belt becomes misaligned, one of the probes will fail to detect
the buckets or bolts, and the control will then cause the alarm relay to
energise and, after a delay, the stop relay will de-energise. Two
separate alarm relays and two separate stop relays are provided. A
self-test feature allows the control unit to check itself for correct
function. An option for RS485 comms allows remote monitoring by PLC or
PC. ... |
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Miniature, Lightweight ICP®
Accelerometers for Modal and Structural Vibration Analysis |
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July 28, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – Two new ICP® accelerometers from the
Vibration Division of PCB Piezotronics, Inc., feature small,
lightweight, titanium housings and are ideally suited for modal and
structural vibration analysis and general shock and vibration
measurement applications. |
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Models 352C41 (10 mV/g) and 352C42 (100 mV/g) are each housed in a 3/8
inch hex × 0.38 inch tall titanium housing and weigh just 2.8 grams,
with a smooth base designed for adhesive mounting. Shear mode, piezo-ceramic
sensing elements provide low-noise operation and accuracy through a
frequency range of 0.5 to 10k Hz (± 10%). Built-in microelectronic
signal conditioning circuitry offers a low impedance output signal for
long distance signal transmission and simple operation. The durable
designs operate in –65 to +250 °F (-54 to +121°C) temperatures, and
survive accidental shock inputs to 5000 g. ... |
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PCB Piezotronics Miniature ICP®
Accelerometer for Shock and Vibration Testing of Electronic Consumer
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July 28, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – The Vibration Division of PCB
Piezotronics, Inc. announces release of the Model 352C23 miniature
ICP® accelerometer, designed for shock and vibration measurements in
space-restricted locations and on small, lightweight structures. The
unit weighs a mere 0.2 grams, and occupies only a 0.11 × 0.23 inch (2.8
× 5.7 mm) footprint, for minimal mass loading of the test article. |
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The device is ideally suited for vibration studies and package testing
of circuit boards, disc drive mechanisms, cellular phones, PDAs, and
other consumer electronics. Other applications include NVH studies on
automotive parts and modal analysis and structural testing of solar
panels and satellite components. The sensor is structured with a shear
mode, piezoceramic sensing element and produces a 5 mV/g output signal,
with frequency response from 2 to 10k Hz and measurement range of 1000
g’s. Additional features include an anodized aluminum housing,
electrical ground isolation, 10,000 g shock limit, 3-56 coaxial
electrical connector, and a 10 ft (3 m) replaceable low-noise cable. ... |
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Mass flow measurement at high viscosities |
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A Swiss chemical company has installed KROHNE OPTIMASS Coriolis
mass flowmeters for batching various media into a fluid mixer. In the
past the company dosed the reactants one after the other using a
weighing cell in the mixer. Now it is possible to feed multiple educt at
the same time through ring pipelines to the mixer. The new process saves
time and eliminates unnecessary measuring errors. |
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For the chemical company there are numerous other advantages in using
the OPTIMASS flowmeter. The straight tube construction means that the
instrument is not influenced by the very high viscosity levels found in
this particular application. The straight tube design also means that
there are no pressure losses. The measurement accuracy of the flowmeter
is considerably below 1%. Alongside this mass flowmeter the chemical
company has also installed electromagnetic flowmeters manufactured by
KROHNE. The OPTIMASS straight tube design: KROHNE chose the single
straight tube layout for its Coriolis flowmeters some time ago since
this design feature offers considerable advantages over mass flowmeters ... |
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IMI Sensors Offers New ATEX and CSA
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July 27, 2006, Depew, NY, USA - IMI Sensors, a division of PCB
Piezotronics, Inc., (PCB®) has announced new ATEX and CSA approval
options for all Series 640, 4 to 20 mA industrial vibration
transmitters. These approvals allow straightforward sensor installation
into nearly all plant areas. Series 640 industrial vibration
transmitters adapt to existing PLC, DCS, alarm and control systems, for
continuous vibration monitoring of machinery and equipment –at a
fraction of the cost of dedicated monitoring systems. The sensors are
loop-powered, and output a 4 to 20 mA signal proportional to peak or RMS
vibration. By trending vibration levels, they protect plant machinery
from catastrophic failure and downtime, and reduce the need for
sophisticated vibration analysis, maintaining an
uncomplicated-yet-accurate approach to vibration monitoring. Series 640
industrial vibration sensors are available with either side or top exit
electrical connections, and a variety of integral cable and detachable
connector configurations. Most models are available for immediate
delivery without expediting fees. ... |
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New Sensors for Force Measurement in
Press-Fit Processes |
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The new ready-to-install piezoelectric force sensors complement the
existing range of compression and tension elements, and optimize force
measurement in press-fit processes with regard to price, simple
adaptation, measuring range and compactness. |
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Each of the five compact force sensors – Types 9313, 9323, 9333, 9343
and 9363 with measuring ranges of 5 kN, 20 kN, 50 kN, 70 kN and 120 kN –
is supplied with three 100%, 10% and 1% measuring range calibrations.
There are flanges on the top and bottom of the type 9333, 9343 and 9363
that enable them to be easily and flexibly installed directly in
presses, punches or rams. Very low, space-saving direct installation is
achieved through one-sided mounting by means of four internal precision
threads or by using the hexagonal slot screw with threaded insert
supplied. If direct installation is not possible, the sensors can be
mounted using a standard or custom adapter. High-precision coaxial
installation, such as in presses, is possible using a double-sided
centering seat. The sensor has a central hole which enables it to be
used in combination with ejection tools. ... |
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New High-Temperature Accelerometer for
Automotive Exhaust System Testing |
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July 25, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – Model 357B65 high-temperature,
piezoelectric charge output accelerometer from the Vibration Division of
PCB Piezotronics, Inc. (PCB®), operates in temperatures ranges of
-65 to +900º F (-54 to +482º C), and is designed for vibration studies
in the high-temperature, ambient environments found in power generation
turbines and equipment, aircraft engines, and automotive vehicle engine
test and exhaust systems. |
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The Model 357B65 accelerometer connects to laboratory-style charge
amplifiers or in-line charge converters, which condition the output
signal for recording or analysis. The robust sensor is structured with a
piezoceramic sensing element and an all-welded, hermetically-sealed
Inconel® housing. It features a sensitivity of 4 pC/g, measurement range
of ± 500 g, a 3,000 g shock limit and 10-32 coaxial electrical
connector. For additional information, contact the Vibration Division of
PCB Piezotronics, Inc. on +001 716 684 0001; E-mail: vibration@pcb.com;
or fax on +001 716 685 3886. For other PCB products, contact PCB
directly on +001 716 684 0001, or visit our web site at www.pcb.com. ... |
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e2v technologies plc wins £4m image
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The contract, worth £4.0m (€5.6m), is for the design and supply of image
sensors for the European Space Agency’s Gaia mission. e2v technologies
plc, a specialist developer and manufacturer of high technology
components and sub-systems, is pleased to announce that it has been
awarded a £4.0m (€5.6m) flight phase contract to supply ESA (European
Space Agency) with CCD (charge coupled device) image sensors for the
primary scientific instrument on the astronomical satellite, Gaia. This
contract win follows the earlier contracts worth a total of £10.9m
(€16.3m), as advised in June 2005. This latest contract, due for
delivery in July 2007, and awarded by EADS Astrium, who, on 11 May 2006,
was officially awarded the contract by the European Space Agency (ESA)
to develop and build the Gaia satellite, represents a take up of a part
of the identified further option to purchase additional flight grade
sensors. There remain options to supply up to a further £3.4m (€5m) of
flight grade sensors for this programme. ... |
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PCB Piezotronics Offers New A2LA
Accredited Calibration Service for Piezoresistive and Variable
Capacitance DC Response Accelerometers |
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July 21, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – The Vibration Division of PCB
Piezotronics, Inc. (PCB®) has announced the expansion of its
calibration service offering, to include 7 new service options for its
growing DC response accelerometer product lines. These A2LA accredited
accelerometer calibration services provide a new solution for PCB®
customers needing recalibration of their existing piezoresistive and
variable capacitive accelerometers, as well as other manufacturers’
models. PCB® provides the most comprehensive calibration and testing
services in the industry, as well as the manufacture of custom-designed
test systems. All calibration services and equipment are backed by a no
risk policy that guarantees satisfaction or your money refunded. Our
in-house ISO 9001:2000 certified laboratory with A2LA accreditation to
ISO 17025 provides a typical turnaround of 2-3 weeks with expedited
services available upon request. ... |
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Triaxial Force Sensors Measure
Off-Highway Vehicle Dynamics |
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July 20, 2006, Depew, New York, USA – Series 260A Triaxial Piezoelectric
Force Sensors from the Force/Torque Division of PCB® Piezotronics,
Inc., available in ICP® and charge output versions, simultaneously
measure dynamic and quasi-static forces in three orthogonal directions
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The sensors are used to study large, off-highway vehicle chassis
dynamics at interfaces between shock absorbers, struts, hydraulic
actuators or other chassis components, such as those typically found on
dump trucks, payloaders, backhoes, and bulldozers.
Another Triaxial force sensors supplement vibration measurements in
vehicle testing by providing the input force that drives the dynamic
response, for example, from the motor mounts or hydraulic actuator to
the rest of the vehicle. Testing includes modal analysis, durability and
fatigue life, and ride quality studies. Series 260A sensors feature
full-scale measuring ranges from 500 lb to 4,000 lb (2.2 kN to 18 kN) in
X and Y directions, and from 1,000 lb to 10,000 lb (4.5 kN to 45 kN) in
the Z direction. ... |
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PCB Piezotronics Introduces
High-Temperature Accelerometer for Aircraft Engine Vibration Studies |
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July 25, 2006, Depew, NY, USA – The Vibration Division of PCB
Piezotronics, Inc., (PCB®) has introduced a new line of high
temperature piezoelectric charge output accelerometers for vibration
studies on aircraft engines, and other high temperature measurement
environments. These high temperature sensors are designed for stable
sensitivities of 4 pC/g in temperature ranges of -65 to +900º F (-54 to
+482º C). Their piezoceramic sensing element is housed in a rugged,
all-welded, hermetically sealed Inconel® housing. Accelerometers connect
to laboratory-style charge amplifiers or in-line charge converters,
which condition the output signal for recording or analysis. They
feature a measurement range of ±500 g, 3,000 g shock limit and a 10-32
coaxial electrical connector. PCB® manufactures a variety of sensors and
signal conditioners for Aerospace, defense and flight test applications,
including flutter test; measurement of load factor; structural dynamics;
acoustics and turbulent flow; testing of control system input and
response; engine/airframe and aircraft carrier qualification; and
troubleshooting, as well as accelerometers for Health & Usage Monitoring
Systems (HUMS). ... |
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