SICK

The German firm Sick stands out as a premier developer and manufacturer of advanced sensors and sensor systems designed for automating production processes across Europe. Their solutions encompass the automation of both production and logistics, offering products that enhance automation, safety, and automatic identification.

Ensuring product quality and efficient management of production and transportation are critical challenges that Sick addresses with its non-contact sensors, angle encoders, and distance measurement devices. To mitigate the risk of workplace injuries associated with operating production equipment, the company provides comprehensive safety systems and software aimed at accident prevention. Additionally, Sick specializes in automatic recognition of two-dimensional barcodes and utilizes configurable laser measurement systems to assess height, shape, and volume — key focus areas within the realm of computer-aided manufacturing.

By continually innovating in these areas, Sick reinforces its commitment to enhancing operational safety and efficiency in the industrial sector.

Sick’s inductive sensors for industrial automation are adept at detecting and differentiating metal objects based on their shape and size. These sensors feature an integrated LC-oscillator, a signal processing circuit, and a switching amplifier. The generator coil produces a high-frequency electromagnetic field at the sensor’s sensitive surface. When a metal object approaches, it induces an eddy current, leading to a voltage drop that reduces the oscillator’s frequency. This change is processed by the signal circuit, which translates it into an electrical signal.

Sick inductive sensors are known for their high operating frequency and capability to handle high currents. They come in various connection types, including DC two-wire, DC three-wire, AC/DC two-wire, AC two-wire, and with NAMUR outputs.

Sick ultrasonic sensors can detect almost any material, making them exceptionally versatile. These intelligent ultrasonic meters are ideal for automating technological processes and accurately determining the position and distance of objects across various industrial applications. A notable advantage of these sensors is their resistance to all forms of contamination. Depending on specific needs, they are offered with both digital and analog outputs.

Sick capacitive sensors excel at measuring small angular displacements, linear movements, vibrations, and speeds. They are capable of generating various functions such as harmonic, sawtooth, and square waves. These sensors effectively detect the approach and presence of objects, making them perfect for monitoring the fill levels of liquids or powdered materials, as well as for checking package contents. With a broad operating temperature range and long sensing distances, these sensors are also resistant to electromagnetic interference and have an IP67 protection rating, making them suitable for harsh environments. They are available in cylindrical and rectangular designs and can be mounted on panels or flush-mounted.

Sick’s magnetic sensors are designed for automating production processes and cover a wide operational range, enabling them to detect even small objects. These sensors can identify permanent magnets used as labels. As magnetic fields can penetrate many non-magnetic materials, measurements can still be taken even when the sensor is located near other magnetic objects. Additionally, using magnetic conductors such as iron enhances the magnetic field’s effectiveness, allowing detection even at elevated ambient temperatures.

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The development of increasingly sophisticated smart sensors and sensor systems for industrial automation and process is the main focus of SICK AG firm.

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