The Pepperl+Fuchs U.S. division is getting a new home. The new 25,000-ft2 office building will house approximately 120 employees and be constructed in Twinsburg, Ohio, just a short distance from the current location. A second U.S. location, the U.S. Distribution Center, is in Katy, Texas. As a global company in factory and process automation, Pepperl+Fuchs’…

Ultrasonic frequencies are above the human audio range – higher than 20 kHz. Operating in the ultrasonic frequency range, ultrasonic sensors are commonly used for measuring proximity (distance), determining the level in storage tanks, detecting objects, and more. By measuring the time it takes for sound to travel to and reflect off the surface (time […]

Pepperl+Fuchs is expanding the VisuNet FLX HMI series with a new option, making it even more flexible. The series offers various HMI systems for a wide range of applications and installation requirements in ATEX/IECEx Zone 2/22, NEC 500 Div. 2, and non-Ex areas. The modular “one-size-fits-all” design allows for the precise HMI solution configuration and…

Pepperl+Fuchs, a maker of hazardous area mobile devices, announces the expansion of its groundbreaking Tab-Ex tablet series — with the Tab-Ex 04 Pro D2, developed by its subsidiary ECOM Instruments. Based on the rugged Samsung Galaxy TabActive4 Pro, the tablet features a brighter, 550 nit 10-in. touch screen paired with the latest hardware and connectivity…

The Tab-Ex 03 tablet from the Pepperl+Fuchs brand ECOM Instruments is the third generation of Samsung devices in variants for industrial use in harsh environments. The DZ1 version of the Tab-Ex 03 is certified for use in Class I, Division 1. This makes it suitable for use in areas in which an explosive atmosphere can…

Pepperl+Fuchs has just released the new KCD2-SCS-EX2, the first 2-channel, dual-function AI/AO intrinsic safety barrier in a compact 12.5 mm housing. The two channels of the KCD2-SCS series interface modules can be configured individually for analog input or analog output control signals. They are also HART compatible and can function as output drivers for SMART…

Today in automation, predictive and preventive maintenance are constantly in the conversation. While the ideas may be clear, the implementation and advantages are not. Is this a fad that will fizzle out soon? By Gerry Paci, Marketing Manager — Material Handling ⋅ Pepperl+Fuchs For many years in the material handling industry, warehouse operators have strived…

From industrial automation to autonomous vehicles to care robots, mastering the challenges of the future will require powerful 3D sensors that capture their surroundings quickly, comprehensively, and with millimeter precision. A technological innovation from Pepperl+Fuchs in cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology ISIT enables maximum precision and performance — while remaining highly cost-efficient.…

Pepperl+Fuchs is expanding its factory automation portfolio with the all-new USi-safety ultrasonic sensor. Suitable for use in harsh environments and even for outdoor applications, this small but mighty sensor requires only a small amount of installation space. With safety certification in accordance with EN ISO 13849 category 3 PL d and as the only sensor […]

Worldwide, there are nearly 50 lightning strikes every second, almost 1.4 billion strikes per year. Overvoltage due to lightning strikes or switching operations is one of the most common causes of electronic damage, to which the process industry is very vulnerable. Surge protection concepts are therefore crucial to plant and personnel safety. The new M-LB-2000…

Pepperl+Fuchs Bebco EPS – the global leader in purging expertise and hazardous area protection – now offers a concise collection of information covering all aspects of purging technology and equipment. Those working in automation are constantly confronted with new technologies and developments. Keeping pace with these developments can only happen with continuous education and lifelong…

The Pepperl+Fuchs brand ECOM Instruments continues its successful 8-inch Tab-Ex series with the intrinsically safe Tab-Ex 03 D2 tablet. The successor to the Tab-Ex 02 D2 is the third generation of Samsung industrial device variants for hazardous areas. Tab-Ex 03 is based on the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3. It offers state-of-the-art technology for harsh…

Pepperl+Fuchs ecom, the world’s leading manufacturer of mobile devices rated for hazardous areas, is proud to offer a new mobile solution for the frontline workers in Division 2 areas – the Ex-Cover Pro D2. Building on the strengths of the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro, the Ex-Cover Pro D2 has been certified for use in potentially…

Pepperl+Fuchs, an industrial automation company that develops, manufactures, and provides industrial sensor technology, intrinsic safety, and explosion protection products globally, introduces the all-new, high-efficiency PS1000 industrial power supplies. Industrial power supplies combine optimal performance and high efficiency with durability and reliability, and with a typical efficiency of more than 95%, the new PS1000 is first…

Pepperl+Fuchs, a world leader in process automation, introduces a Bebco EPS purge and pressurization system designed specifically for use with large enclosures in Zone 1 hazardous areas. The 6100 series purge and pressurization system can purge an enclosure over 450 cubic feet (12.2 cubic meters), making it the largest purging system available from Pepperl+Fuchs. The…

Ultrasonic sensors have rapidly gained popularity in recent years—what was once a niche product has now become a key technology that can be found almost everywhere in the automation sector. As the market leader in this sector, Pepperl+Fuchs will be dedicating a whole day of events at its second Online Summit to providing insight into the […]

In the age of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), plants, products, and systems are becoming increasingly networked. The intelligent combination of IT and OT in industrial environments forms the basis for transparent and efficient processes and reduced production costs, making it possible to tap into completely new business segments. On November 17, 2020, the…

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the new generation of its intrinsically safe 4G/LTE Android smartphone Smart-Ex 02. With a large 5″ display and powerful features, good ergonomics and an optimized accessory concept, the newly developed Smart-Ex 02 is the most advanced explosion-proof smartphone for Zone 1/21 and Div. 1. Equipped with the latest Android 9 operating system, the…

With the 2019 acquisition of the business of Comtrol Corporation, a US-based pioneer in industrial Ethernet communication and IO-Link masters, Pepperl+Fuchs expanded its portfolio of Industry 4.0 solutions. Enhancements include DeviceMaster gateways, which have recently been fully integrated into the Pepperl+Fuchs’ product line. With serial and industrial Ethernet translation capabilities, DeviceMaster makes it possible to…

The Pepperl+Fuchs brand ecom, pioneers in hazardous area mobile devices, announces the expansion of its Tab-Ex tablet series­—Tab-Ex Pro, based on the latest Samsung Galaxy Tab Active Pro. The new tablet features a larger 10” touch screen, making it the world’s first Div. 2 certified Android tablet of its size. Combining high performance with innovative…

Pepperl+Fuchs’ first online summit will take place from July 20-24. This free, fully digital event will offer customers and other interested parties a way to connect with industrial sensor and electrical explosion protection experts and learn about the latest solutions and trends in the fields of factory and process automation. For five exciting and informative…

The industry of the future is based on a comprehensive collection and analysis of production data. In order to enable IoT applications and machine learning, this data must be collected, analyzed and managed. This is done peripherally, with foresight and increasingly close to the process – if possible, in real-time and with low latency. With…

Pixel-Plus combines data streams from multidimensional TOF (“time-of-flight”) sensors with signals from high-resolution color cameras, creating digital representations of real objects. These “digital twins” offer a much higher level of information than solely camera- or sensor-based solutions. Together with the Linz Center of Mechatronics (LCM), an innovative digital approach to hydraulic sintering presses that will…

Pepperl+Fuchs Comtrol announces a new product family within its DeviceMaster industrial gateway lineup. DeviceMaster EIP-MOD gateways allow communication between EtherNet/IP controllers and Modbus master controllers. The new gateways enable EtherNet/IP controllers—such as CIP complaint controllers that support Class 1 and Class 3 connections, including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and OPC servers—to connect to Modbus master […]

The new F199 from Pepperl+Fuchs is optimized for high-accuracy inclination measurement. Like other inclination sensors, the F199 provides measurement feedback of the angle tilt of machines or machine elements relative to gravitational force. But where standard sensors reach their limits because of inaccuracy, the F199 is the ideal solution. The F199 precisely measures angles from 0 to 360° with […]