Laser diode sensors combine the alignment advantages of a visible sensing beam with the increased sensing range of a laser. Devices are available with either Class 1 or Class 2 lasers.

Automation offers the world's most complete line of photoelectric sensors - over 12,000. We supply sensors to virtually all the manufacturing companies in the Fortune 500. Photoelectric sensors, also known as photo eyes, emit a beam of light that is used to detect the presence or absence of items and equipment or changes in surface conditions. Photoelectric sensors are very common in industrial manufacturing fields such as material handling, packaging, food and beverage, medical, and many others.

Ultrasonic Sensors

Ultrasonic sensors use sound waves rather than light, making them ideal for stable detection of uneven surfaces, liquids, clear objects, and objects in dirty environments. These sensors work well for applications that require precise measurements between stationary and moving objects.

Fiber Optic Amplifiers

Fiber optic sensors are small enough to fit in confined areas and can be positioned precisely where needed with flexible fibers.

Fiber Optics

Fiber optic systems are typically used in harsh conditions, including high vibration, extreme heat, and noisy, wet, corrosive or explosive environments. Fibers are also used in confined areas since many models can be bent to fit precisely where needed. Glass fibers are mostly used in challenging environments, such as applications with high temperatures, corrosive materials or moisture.

Measuring Array Sensor

Using an array of closely spaced light beams, measuring light screens are designed for profiling, inspections, and process monitoring.

Radar Sensor

Radar sensors use Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar to reliably detect moving or stationary targets. Lower frequency radars can see high dielectric objects very well including cars, trains, trucks, and cargo even in extreme weather conditions. Higher frequency radar can see a wider array of objects and will be more robust than an ultrasonic sensor in most applications, including outdoors. Radar-based sensors are also ideal for collision avoidance on board mobile equipment such as reach stackers, forklifts, and mining vehicles or port machinery such as carriers, handlers, and shippers.

Temperature & Vibration Sensor

Temperature sensors detect small differences between the temperature of an object and the surrounding ambient temperature.

Pick-to-light Sensors

Pick-to-light devices and systems help industrial automation manufacturers reduce the risk of error in the assembly process, boosting product quality and reducing cost.