TPT July 2010

I nspectIon & t estIng

Remote display units expand capabilities of image sensor and barcode reader

BANNER Engineering is a manufacturer of vision sensors, photoelectric and ultrasonic sensors, fibre optic assemblies, indicator lights, machine guarding systems, precision measurement and inspection systems and wireless network products. The company has introduced remote display versions to extend the capabilities of its iVu TG image sensor and iVu BCR bar code reader. Designed for applications where the sensor must be placed in a difficult-to- reach location, the new units allow setup and inspection monitoring to be performed

at a remote control position. For example, the sensor could be located inside a machine or on an elevated conveyor, with the control unit placed adjacent to a central human- machine interface

for easy operator access. One display unit can control and monitor multiple sensors, reducing overall cost. Applications for the new sensors are found in a wide range of industries, including automotive, packaging, material handling, pharmaceutical, plastics, electronics (PCB and assembly), appliances and metalworking. The iVu TG image sensor

New remote display versions of iVu TG image sensor and iVu BCR barcode reader from Banner Engineering

processing expertise or an external PC. A USB 2.0 compliant host allows easy updating and diagnostics. They have IP67 rated housings for use in harsh industrial environments. Appropriate cables and mounting brackets are available for all applications. Single-unit models of both products with identical functionality are available for use where remote display is not needed. Banner Engineering Belgium BVBA Fax: +32 2 456 07 89 Email: mail@bannereurope.com Website: www.bannereurope.com can also be supplied. Both systems are flexible, and it is possible to test different diameter sizes and lengths of the tube on the same system. The automatic control of the pressure and the brief operating time make the testing operation fast and easy to conduct. Be. Ca. Engineering is able to satisfy customer requests (including turnkey projects and training), and can supply the proposed machines all over the world. Be. Ca. Engineering Soc Coop – Italy Email: salesoffice@beca-engineering.com Website: www.beca-engineering.com

monitors parts for type, size, orientation, shape and location. It includes a match sensor to determine whether a pattern on the item being inspected matches a reference, an area sensor to detect presence or absence of a particular feature, and an area sensor that adjusts for motion. The iVu BCR reads all common linear and DataMatrix (ECC200) codes and includes the ability to read multiple codes of different types in the same image. With intuitive user interface and LCD touch-screen display, the sensors are easy to configure with no need for image

Remote display of new iVu Series TG image sensor controls several sensor units in hard-to-reach locations

Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing machines The pneumatic test can be carried out using two methods: air-under-water test and pressure decay method. The hydrostatic and pneumatic pressures are regulated by the operator up to 200 bar (around 2,900 psi) and 10 bar (about 150 psi) respectively; the maximum pressure can be increased on request.

BE. CA. Engineering Soc Coop, Italy, specialises in hydrostatic and pneumatic testing systems that are usually required to inspect tube or pipe after manufacturing, bending, processing and tooling. The company’s research and development division has developed a low-cost hydrostatic and pneumatic testing machine able to satisfy industry standards and specifications such as ASTM, UNI, ISO, DIN and TEMA. The hydrostatic test is carried out using pressure decay method: a pressure sensitive transmitter detects the drop in pressure inside the tube during the test.

The standard operation is semi- automatic: the regulation of the system is provided off-line by the operator; the loading and the unloading of the tube or the pipe are manual; and the execution of the hydrostatic and pneumatic tests are automatic. Fully automatic systems

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