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Sensors Acquires Humirel, SA In December, MSI Sensors acquired Humirel, SA, a designer and manufacturer of humidity sensors and assemblies based in Toulouse, France. MSI Sensors now adds humidity and temperature sensing to its diverse portfolio of technologies for sensing pressure, position, vibration and force.
Humirel’s proprietary technology offers customers a combination of low cost, durability and high performance. The company’s manufacturing plant has been certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 as well as TS 16949 for supplying to the automotive industry. “I am extremely pleased to announce the acquisition of Humirel by MSI,” commented Frank Guidone, CEO. “The combination of proprietary intellectual property, rapid growth opportunities and seasoned European management team make Humirel an excellent addition to our organization.” Jean-Francois Allier, Humirel CEO commented, “Becoming a part of MSI Sensors is an exciting prospect for Humirel. As a global operating company it will solidify our presence in the worldwide market. The combination of access to capital and significant, identified synergies will help fuel our growth plans and improve our offerings for customers in the future.” For more information, visit http://www.humirel.com/Contact_us.htm MSI
Sensors Highlights Medical Applications at MDM West
MSI Sensors will showcase the current use of its sensing technology in dozens of medical applications at the upcoming Medical Device and Manufacturing West Expo (MD&M) in Anaheim January 10-12, 2005.
“
We have a strong track record of partnering with medical OEMs as
they develop new applications using
our technology," noted Bala Kashi, Silicon MEMS product line
manager and medical applications specialist
for MSI. “Our goal for the MD&M
Expo is to demonstrate this experience
in an interactive
way.” For more information about medical sensing or to discuss your application, contact Bala at bala.kashi@msisensors.com or 408-934-2090 ext. 208.
MSI Sensors Issues Compliance Statement Regarding European Directives on Hazardous Substances and Recycling The European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directives will restrict the presence of certain substances, including lead (Pb), in electrical and electronic products. The
WEEE Directive, effective in August 2005, aims to raise the level
of recycling of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
and encourages
designers to create products with recycling in mind. RoHS supports
this by reducing the amount of hazardous chemicals used in production. Our Commitment to Achieving RoHS/WEEE Compliance MSI Sensors is actively involved in achieving compliance to the EU RoHS Directive and the WEEE Directive for all products that we offer worldwide. Our RoHS/WEEE compliance project team is now:
For more information about MSI Sensors’ compliance program for RoHS or WEEE please contact Bill Long via email or 757-766-4356. Detailed information about RoHS and WEEE can be found at the following
links: http://europa.eu.int/eur-lex/pri/en/oj/dat/2003/l_037/l_03720030213en00190023.pdf http://europa.eu.int/eur-lex/pri/en/oj/dat/2003/l_037/l_03720030213en00240038.pdf Accustar® IP-66 Single Axis Clinometer The Accustar® IP-66 single Axis clinometer is designed for rugged industrial and outdoor applications. The die-cast, powder coated aluminum housing provides protection from the most hostile environments. The water tight enclosure is suitable for use in tower crane and marine applications under all weather conditions.
The Accustar® IP-66 uses a patented, capacitance-based sensor with no moving parts. When rotated about its sensitive axis, the sensor provides a linear variation in capacitance, which is then converted into analog 4 to 20 mA signal and 0.5-4.5V DC output, relative to angular position. Features and benefits of the Accustar® IP-66 include:
When
utilizing the 0.5 to 4.5 volt dc output, the Accustar® IP-66
may be operated on a standard automotive 12-Volt dc electrical supply.
The 4 to 20 mA current output signal is ideal for machine control
applications requiring long cable runs and provides for excellent
noise immunity. An 18 to 30 Volt dc power supply is required for
the 4 to 20 current signal output. |
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The
RoHS Directive applies to electrical and electronic products, and
their component parts, offered for sale into the European Union
after July 1, 2006. China is expected to adopt similar legislation
with a similar timeline. In addition to lead, this law restricts
the use of mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium and two halide-containing
flame retardants: PBB (polybrominated biphenyl) and PBDE (polybrominated
diphenyl ether).
The
IP rating system classifies electrical equipment by the degree
of protection
it provides from dust and water. The first “6” rating
in IP-66 is for total protection from dust and solid bodies, the
highest rating available. The second “6” rating indicates
protection against strong jets of water from all directions (e.g.,
for use on ship decks).
