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SICK (UK) Ltd

Waldkirch House
39 Hedley Road
St Albans
Hertfordshire
AL1 5BN
United Kingdom

Telephone : 01727 831121
Fax : 01727 856767
Email : erwin@sick.co.uk
Web : www.sick.co.uk


Article archive for SICK (UK) Ltd

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‘All-in-one’ vision package delivers risk-free inspection service for customers (21/05/2012)

A new ‘all-in-one’ package to develop, build and install integrated Inspector vision sensors is being launched by Sick UK under its SystemsPlus service group. Now with the new Vision@SystemsPlus service, Sick Inspector vision...

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Programmable absolute encoders for EtherNet/IP (30/04/2012)

Sick UK has introduced a range of EtherNet/IP-compatible programmable absolute encoders – the AFS60 single-turn and AFM60 multi-turn products - offering diagnostic and monitoring capabilities for improved plant reliability and...

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Programmable incremental encoder kit: first aid for machines (07/11/2011)

SICK (UK)’s new incremental encoder conversion kit helps protect manufacturers and operators from the costly effects of incremental encoder failure, by providing them with what is, in effect, a 'first aid' box designed to replace as many different...

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Flat inductive sensors are easy to install in tight spaces (05/08/2011)

The new SICK IQ Flat range of inductive sensors includes four competitively priced models that are easy to install, with single or twin screw mounting. They are between 4mm and 10mm thick, thus allowing positioning in recessed positions under moving...

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Hiperface DSL: a digital encoder feedback interface with both SIL2 and SIL3 safety capability (01/06/2011)

SICK (UK) has introduced Hiperface DSL, a fully digital encoder feedback interface with both SIL2 and SIL3 safety capability. The protocol carries comprehensive sensor data from motor to drive while reducing system costs, and is currently the only...

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SICK to welcome delegates to free technology day at Williams F1 (14/04/2011)

SICK is hosting a technology day at Williams Formula 1, Oxfordshire, on 11th May. The free-to-attend event will provide an insight into increasing profitability through sensor intelligence, improving logistics automation and achieving practical...

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Non-contact linear positioning sensor offers enhanced capabilities (15/12/2010)

SICK has extended the capabilities of its optical linear measurement sensor portfolio with the new OLM200, for high performance materials handling applications. The positioning sensor, which delivers increased accuracy, speed and repeatability, uses...

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Array sensor for web positioning and edge detection (25/10/2010)

The new compact Ax20 array sensor from SICK delivers high performance web positioning and edge detection. The scanning optoelectronic system offers repeatable automated object detection with a resolution down to 50 microns,...

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A 3D camera and line-scan colour camera all in one (26/08/2010)

The ColorRanger E from SICK (UK) offers the functionality of both a 3D and a line-scan colour camera, to provide two modes of quality inspection within a single unit. The new camera can measure colour, shape, contrast, volume...

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New miniTwin safety light curtain meets level d, SIL2 safety requirements (18/08/2010)

SICK (UK) is extending the benefits of its miniTwin light curtain technology to a much wider audience, with the launch of the miniTwin 2, which meets level d, SIL2 safety requirements. This latest addition incorporates both...

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SICK releases software upgrade for the Flexi Soft controller (13/08/2010)

SICK (UK) has released a software upgrade for its intuitive Flexi Soft controller. The latest version of the Flexi Soft Designer Software, Designer v1.3, enables the connection of up to four Flexi Soft controllers, up to 100m,...

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Pin-Point LED technology provides viable alternative to laser based sensors (28/07/2010)

SICK (UK) has increased the intensity, brightness and accuracy of opto-sensor technology with its new Pin-Point LED. The Pin-Point, which delivers performance comparable to a short-range laser scanner, significantly broadens...

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Compact absolute encoder with 10 micron accuracy (21/06/2010)

SICK (UK) has introduced the TTK70 compact absolute magnetic linear encoder, designed for positioning robotics and machine tools or as a motor feedback system for linear motors. This  high-performance product provides a...

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Sensors deliver precise, high-speed laser measurement of position, height and thickness (14/06/2010)

SICK UK has introduced a range of displacement sensors that delivers precise high-speed laser measurement of position, height and thickness. The OD Precision and OD Value sensors meet maximum accuracy and speed demands when measuring objects in the...

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New encoders for harsh applications (26/05/2010)

SICK has extended its high resolution, programmable range of optical encoders with the launch of the AFS/AFM60 series for harsh applications. The series includes a full range of solid shaft and hollow shaft absolute encoders,...

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SICK launches ultra-fast photoelectric sensor (27/04/2010)

SICK (UK) has added the WLL180T photoelectric sensor, with fiber-optic cable to its range of optical sensors. Boasting a response time of just 16µs (up to 31,250 operations per second), the sensor enables rapid, reliable...

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Barcode scanner offers fast, automatic identification at speeds of up to 6m/s (21/04/2010)

SICK UK has introduced the CLV65X barcode scanner to bring fast, automatic identification to a wide-range of industrial applications. The device is capable of reading at speeds of up to 6m/s and boasts improved decoding and...

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3D smart camera for harsh environments (10/03/2010)

SICK has extended the 3D imaging capabilities of its IVC-3D smart camera to harsh environments with the launch of the IVC-3D Stainless Steel. The robust unit uses 3D imaging to deliver precise shape and volume measurements,...

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SICK expands it pressure sensor portfolio (12/02/2010)

SICK has added a new pressure switch to its industrial instrumentation product offering. The new PBS combines the functionality of a pressure transducer, a pressure switch and display in a single cost-effective, easy-to-use...

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Barcode reading in hazardous areas (22/01/2010)

The reading of 1D barcodes and 2D Data Matrix ECC200 codes for product traceability, safety and identification is now available under hazardous area conditions with the new SICK ICR840-2 ATEX Image Code Readers....