MSI Acquires Encoder Devices, Expands Offerings
This past summer, MSI Sensors acquired three companies to rapidly increase capabilities and product offerings for our customers: Encoder Devices, Elekon Industries and Entran. Elekon and Entran will be profiled in upcoming issues of Signals.
Encoder Devices develops innovative custom packaged solutions for rotary sensing applications using magnetic sensing technology. Encoders translate either linear or rotary motion into predictable electrical outputs. Common applications include panels for user inputs ((i.e., control knobs) and feedback systems such as PC board assemblies or sensing electronics packaged into molded or machined parts with shafts for customer interfaces.
"Our sweet spot has been applications where optical encoders have had performance problems in the field due to environmental conditions," explains Rick Carlson, President and co-founder of Encoder Devices (ED) and now Product Line Manager for Encoders with MSI Sensors. "By evaluating the entire sensor assembly, we can often improve performance and reduce cost for our customers," adds Mike Walczak, also an ED co-founder and now Engineering Manager with MSI Sensors. Rick Moeller, the third co-founder of ED, also remains with MSI as an Application Engineer.
Read more about how magnetic encoders work>>
MSI Sensors In The News: On the Cover of Sensors Magazine!
“Measuring Flow with Strain and Sound” A new type of volumetric flowmeter measures strain exerted by eddies in the process fluid as well as the speed of sound propagation, which can be used to determine fluid composition in both single- and multiphase streams. By Donald Halvorsen, MSI Sensors
Read the complete article in Sensors Magazine>>
Introducing User Forums
MSI
Sensors recently launched Sensor Application Support Forums, or User Forums,
on the website to improve communication about product features and
applications with engineers in the field. At
www.msisensors.com, you can now find User Forums for the following
product lines:
- Schaevitz - for LVDTs and other displacement transducers, as well as tilt products
- ICSensors - for low pressure sensors
- Microfused™ - for OEM pressure applications requiring rugged, wet/wet transducers
- Piezo Film - for custom sensing applications using Piezoresistive film.
The benefit of the User Forum is the ability to share information across the engineering community and enable interaction that leads to creative design. Application engineers at MSI Sensors monitor the User Forums daily to provide prompt responses to inquiries. Over time, we will add additional User Forums for some of our other sensing technologies such as magnetic encoding, load cells and accelerometers. Why not send us your sensing question today?
Pressure Sensing for Waste Water Flow Meter
Our
customer is a world leader in developing flow monitoring systems for
municipal water authorities and sewer operators. The Company provides
complete data acquisition systems using Doppler radar technology to measure
flow velocity and pressure sensing to measure depth. Data is recorded at 5
minute intervals to a remote terminal, where it is collected periodically
directly or via wireless technology.
The Problem:
Harsh Environment Leads to Sensor Failure
The Company was experiencing unacceptable failure levels with their own, custom-built pressure sensor due to the harsh environmental conditions found in sewer pipes. They called on another sensor company who also was unable to provide a reliable sensor. Finally, they turned to MSI Sensors for a pressure transducer to solve the problem.
Schaevitz Introduces 2 New Linear Products
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| M-12 LVDT
Because of significant improvements in coil winding technology, the new Schaevitz M-12 offers premium LVDT performance at standard LVDT pricing. The M-12 series, offered in metric lengths, includes these features and benefits:
Applications include materials testing, roller gap positioning, absolute X-Y stage position and aircraft flight control feedback. |
PCA375 Gage Head
The new PCA 375 Series Gage Head (spring loaded LVDT) is based on the Schaevitz MHR series of LVDTs. Design goals of simplicity and high reliability were achieved by implementing a plain bronze bearing and a one-piece plunger. The result is a new family of cost effective gage heads with a small form factor and increased linear range. Features include:
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