ADVERTORIAL TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION New Magnetic Position Sensors from Balluff T


Flowmeter Software Enables Tuning to


Application Optimum Signal T


itan Enterprises announces new software functionality for its Atrato and MetraFlow ultrasonic flowmeters to


enable customers the option to move the measurement window to ensure you always measure at the optimal point of signal. Most ultrasonic flowmeters can reliably measure fluids


that transmit ultrasonic sound waves within a band (e.g. +/- 30%) around the speed of sound in water at 20°C. But if a fluid has significantly differing acoustic characteristics, for instance viscous organic fluids or if measurement is at elevated temperatures, then the acoustic operational window can be missed by the sensors. For the first time on an ultrasonic flowmeter this application challenge is overcome by the new software functionality offered on the Atrato and Metraflow.


Titan Enterprises  01935 812790  www.flowmeters.co.uk


he latest additions to the Balluff BMP family of magnetic position sensors combine IO-Link, analog voltage and analog current in a singular device


to overcome the limitations of discrete pneumatic cylinder switches. The newly released sensors provide continuous linear feedback


— detecting and measuring the position of pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder rods and actuators through non-ferrous housing walls, over the entire measurement range. They do this all contact free. Ideal for most industries, they are especially advantageous for Industry 4.0 as they improve ease of automation size change and allow for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance.


The BMP magnetic position sensors


calculate the actual target position of the magnet and output it as a position-dependent analog or IO-Link signal. They deliver signal stability and reliability, and the sensors’ compact size allows for integration in very limited installation spaces.


The IO-Link and analog all-in-one


options give the full suite of IO-Link functionality including integrated switch points, internal sensor temperature, fast cycle time, measurement value, and scaling factor and status.


Key features include: • Analog voltage, current output and IO-Link interface • Continuous monitoring of piston position in tight spaces • Ideal for Industry 4.0 — automatic size change, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance • Available in 8 different measurement ranges from 32 to 256 mm, in 32mm increments


Balluff The 2060 MARGA –


a re-invented way of air quality monitoring A


mbient air quality is critical for our health and the environment. According to the World Health Organization 91% of the world population lives in places


where the WHO air quality guideline levels are not met. To monitor the air quality, Metrohm Process Analytics has re-invented the well-known Monitor for AeRosols and Gases in ambient Air (MARGA) as the 2060 MARGA.


When considering the effects of aerosols on health and the environment, it is


necessary to understand how they are formed from their precursor gases and how their concentration and composition vary with diurnal and seasonal cycles. To achieve this, continuous measurements are required with sufficient time resolution so that the various aerosol formation processes can be clarified.


Metrohm Process Analytics has developed the 2060 MARGA, which is a fully


autonomous sampling and measurement system that continuously measures the water-soluble gas and aerosol components that have a direct effect on air quality. Air is drawn in to the instrument by a vacuum pump at a constant flow rate. Before entering the instrument, the maximum size of particulate matter (PM) can be limited by utilizing a size-selective inlet (e.g. PM 1.0, PM 2.5 or PM 10). A dual-channel ion chromatograph (IC) quantifies anions and cations in aerosols and water-soluble gases simultaneously with high accuracies to reach detection limits as low as 0.001 g/m3.


 Gases measured: Hydrochloric Acid (HCl), Nitric acid (HNO3), Nitrous acid (HONO), Sulfur dioxide (SO2), Ammonia (NH3)  Aerosol ions measured: Chloride (Cl-), Nitrate (NO3-), Sulfate (SO42-), Ammonium (NH4+), Potassium (K+), Calcium (Ca2+), Magnesium (Mg2+)


The 2060 MARGA is available in two versions: The 2060 MARGA Research is an excellent choice for air monitoring during research campaigns (e.g. to study seasonal cycles). When the 2060 MARGA R isn’t being used for air monitoring, the IC can still be used as a stand- alone laboratory instrument.


The 2060 MARGA Monitor is used to monitor the air quality 24/7 at a fixed position. Metrohm UK


 01928 579 600 40 MAY 2019 | PROCESS & CONTROL  www.metrohm.co.uk  01606 812 777  sales@balluff.co.uk  www.balluff.com


Product Inspection Guide - Building a Complete Program


F


ully understanding product inspection can be a challenge, from deciding which equipment to install and


where, to how to optimise production line efficiency whilst ensuring regulatory compliance. Designed to include a technical overview and helpful


insights, METTLER TOLEDO’s product inspection guides can help manufacturers to develop comprehensive vision inspection, checkweighing, metal detection and x-ray inspection programmes. Each guide explains the basic principles of the


technology and provides support in selecting the best systems to inspect products for a full range of quality checks, helping to reduce costly product recalls.


Whether you’re


detecting or removing contaminants, checking package weight and completeness, or maintaining label and package integrity, product inspection solutions help boost both product safety and brand protection.


Download the guides by visiting: www.mt.com/pi-guides


Mettler-Toledo  0116 235 7070  www.mt.com


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