May 12, 2010 - INTACTON's COVIDIS velocity sensors provide highly accurate speed and length measurements for production of continuous goods like cable, non-woven’s, paper, etc. Based on a unique high-precision, non-contacting optical imaging technology, COVIDIS sensors can measure the velocity of almost any material, regardless of surface texture. The measurable velocity range is 0 to 50 m/s (165 ft/sec) with an accuracy of ±0.05%.
(Unlike most laser Doppler instruments, this level of accuracy is maintained during accelerations.) COVIDIS sensors use LED light sources and don’t require special safety protection. INTACTON, A Rockwell Automation Encompass partner, offers software for managing the RS232 or SSI interfaces with these units.COVIDIS velocity sensors are extremely useful for manufacturing or packaging applications where it is necessary to measure prescribed lengths of product. Here, the outstanding accuracy of the COVIDIS measurements can help reduce material wastage and the costs associated with these errors.
About INTACTON
INTACTON is a business unit of FRABA Inc., the North American sister company of FRABA GmbH, a highly specialized manufacturer of sensors for automation, motion control and safety applications based in Cologne, Germany. The company belongs to the FRABA Group which dates back to 1918, when its predecessor, Franz Baumgartner elektrische Apparate GmbH, was established to manufacture relays. Today, the group consists of six independent companies that develop and produce advanced industrial sensor technology and safety equipment.