TURCK Inc. News & Articles

Overview contains system descriptions for Foundation fieldbus, DeviceNet, AS-interface, Profibus and Ethernet networks, with data and network diagrams.

TURCK publishes fieldbus I/O and media catalog

July 3, 2007
News

Catalog contains TURCK's line of I/O and media products for network protocols including DeviceNet, Ethernet, PROFIBUS, AS-interface, CANopen, FOUNDATION fieldbus and more.

TURCK publishes proximity sensors catalog

May 25, 2007
News

The 600-plus page catalog contains TURCK's proximity sensor line, as well as specialty sensors for non-traditional applications.

TURCK builds Kübler encoders in the U.S.

May 1, 2007
News

Kübler two-inch encoders are now assembled in Minneapolis.

TURCK releases DieGuard sensor catalog

January 17, 2007
News

In addition to several new product introductions, the DieGuard catalog features enhanced technical information for increased usability, including all dimensions to the thousandth of an inch instead of millimeters. DieGuard sensors are designed for feed, slug, stripper plate and part-out detection applications to prevent double hits and die crashes.

Evolving applications mandate new proximity sensor designs

by Brian Tarbox
November 11, 2006
News

As automation equipment continues to decrease in size and increase in complexity, sensor manufacturers are striving to provide smaller sensors with greater capabilities that meet new user requirements. Many new designs can function in confined spaces where traditional, larger, barrel-shaped proximity sensors cannot.

TURCK USA appoints Dean McCaskill president

November 2, 2006
News

TURCK appointed Dean McCaskill president of North American operations. In this role, McCaskill assumes complete responsibility for TURCK's operations, including its manufacturing facilities.
McCaskill has more than 25 years of experience in the industrial manufacturing, distribution and business development sectors. Prior to joining TURCK, McCaskill served as general manager for Barnes Group. .

TURCK releases Network I/O Catalog

October 11, 2006
News

TURCKs Network I/O catalog combines nine other catalogs and brochures for a comprehensive compilation of TURCK network I/O products. The 590-page catalog introduces many new products that have never before been offered in a TURCK catalog.

Molded M23 cordsets can be completely shielded

June 8, 2006
News

TURCK is now offering the option to completely shield all molded M23 multifast cordsets by connecting a braided shield directly to the coupling nut. This unique method of shielding provides a cost efficient and reliable home run connection with 100% cable and connector shielding providing protection against electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.

TURCK's New Conduit Adapters Offer Quick Disconnect Compatibility

December 29, 2005
News

TURCK publishes Distributed I/O Brochure

August 12, 2010
News

Brochure provides an overview of TURCK‚Äôs modular and block I/O systems, with modules rated for either IP20 (in-cabinet) or IP67 (machine-mount) environmental protection.

TURCK Sensors and I/O Help Grow Potatoes

June 10, 2010
Case Study

By TURCK
Quantum Tubers uses TURCK’s distributed I/O system and analog input modules to obtain inputs from humidity, temperature, light, CO2 and flow sensors to grow potato plants in only 50 days.

TURCK publishes Reference Guide for Intrinsically Safe Products

May 9, 2010
News

Interface and Intrinsic Safety Quick Reference Guide provides an overview of intrinsically safe products, including amplifiers, analog I/O, solenoid drivers, speed monitors, and relay and power supplies.

TURCK achieves UL certification for IMS signal conditioners

February 26, 2010
News

IMS interface modules are now UL certified for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations.

TechLine uses TURCK components in cable tray system

September 10, 2009
Case Study

Snap Track aluminum cable tray system uses TURCK instrumentation tray cable (ITC), cordsets and quick disconnect junction boxes.

TURCK obtains FM Approval for quick disconnect sensor cordset

May 17, 2009
News

Quick disconnect sensors may be used in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D environments when equipped with a TURCK lokfast guard.

TURCK publishes welding sensor catalog

March 13, 2008
News

Welding Solutions catalog covers sensors, cordsets and accessories able to withstand the abrasion, physical impact, weld slag and splatter created by welding cells.

TURCK upgrades free I/Oassistant configuration software

February 25, 2008
News

I/Oassistant is used as a configuration tool when designing TURCK’s BL20 in the panel and BL67 on the machine nodes. It uses FDT/DTM, and will generate a fieldbus I/O map.

TURCK incorporates full subsidiary in Australia to support emerging markets

December 12, 2007
News

Prior to this, TURCK products have been distributed in Australia by Micromax, who will remain TURCK’s distribution arm for factory automation focused products with the full support of the new local subsidiary to help grow the TURCK market.

TURCK offers free BL ident RFID software

October 18, 2007
News

Free software aids in RFID equipment selection by quickly simulating an application’s parameters and values.

Quick Disconnect vs. Hard-Wiring

January 14, 2013
News

TURCK announces its latest white paper, Quick Disconnect vs. Hard-Wiring: Selecting a Connectivity System For Your Industrial Application. Providing a detailed comparison between quick disconnect and hard-wiring systems, the white paper assists readers in selecting the ideal connectivity system for their industrial applications.

Guide for Selecting Track and Trace Technology

November 7, 2012
News

White paper provides a detailed comparison between RFID and vision identification technologies to assist manufacturers in selecting the ideal track and trace technology to meet their application demands.

How to Select the Right Positioning Sensor

October 12, 2012
News

By Turck
White paper provides an in-depth explanation of how sensors using resistance inductance capacitance (RLC) technology enhance position sensing in industrial applications.

Factor 1 Sensors: The Evolution of Metal Detection

June 24, 2012
News

Automation.com, June 2012
By Turck
White paper compares proximity sensors to Turck's factor 1 sensors, discussing performance capabilities, mounting options and cost-efficiency.

TURCK publishes Powerfast Quick Disconnect catalog

June 19, 2012
News

Powerfast includes cordsets, receptacles, reducers, reducer tees, field wireables, rotary disconnect switches and power lock devices.

Identifying Tray Cables for Your Next Installation

May 7, 2012
News

Automation.com, May 2012
By TURCK
Identifying Tray Cables for Your Next Installation helps operators in defining, selecting and understanding tray cable uses and standards.

K√∂nig Brewery uses TURCK uprox+ Sensors

November 22, 2010
Case Study

For over 20 years, the company has been relying on components from TURCK for position sensing.

TURCK Sensors help VENSYS Control Rotor Position on Wind Turbines

November 9, 2010
Case Study

In each wind turbine, six uprox+ sensors‚Äîtwo on each blade‚Äîsimultaneously determine the precise position of the rotors.

TURCK's JBBS FM Approved for Hazardous Locations

September 15, 2010
News

JBBS junction bricks for AS-interface networks are now FM approved for Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D hazardous locations.

TURCK publishes powerfast Connectivity Catalog

August 18, 2010
News

Catalog covers TURCK‚Äôs complete line of powerfast products, including cordsets, connectors, tees, splitters and receptacles rated for up to 30 Amps and 600 Volts.