Capital Equipment News July 2016

MATERIALS HANDLING

LEUZE 10 SERIES engineered for high tolerances

The small size of this sensor does not impact on the overall performance of the Leuze 10 Series.

Engineered with a high tolerance to different materials, the Leuze 10 Series optical sensors are able to detect objects and measure distances with an incredible accuracy.

E ngineered with a high tolerance to dif- ferent materials, Leuze 10 Series opti- cal sensors are able to detect objects and measure distances with accuracy of +/-30 mm. The high performance sensors have an operating range of up to 8 m. The high tolerance of the Leuze 10 Series sensors further extends to angle of inci- dence, colour, surface structure and bright- ness of reflective material. This means that the sensor is capable of detecting different materials, such as wood or matt as well as glossy metal, and this is possible even under varying environmental conditions. P MSA, the leading manufacturer of brick, block and paving machines on the continent, celebrated its 40 th an- niversary at Totally Concrete 2016 in May with the launch of its new Ultravibe vibrat- ing system. “We have an array of options to suit all client needs, having been building on our technol- ogy, leadership and expertise in the concrete products sector over the past 40 years,” PMSA MD Walter Ebeling says. The manufacturer used Totally Concrete 2016 to showcase its latest developments, which form part of an overall innovation and technology drive. “Having all this technology and skills available to us in-house, it makes absolute sense that we drive the technolo- gy,” Ebeling notes.

restrictions exist. However, its small size does not impact on the overall performance of the Leuze 10 Series. A comprehensive range of Leuze sensing solutions is available from official distrib- utor, Countapulse Controls. The company, which is based in Johannesburg, is able to assess any sensing application and provide a fit-for-purpose solution that will meet the specific needs of an operation. The compa- ny also offers a 24/7 hotline to assist end users with technical challenges that may be experienced owing to lack of knowledge or experience. b

The Leuze 10 Series is also suitable for sens- ing applications where deep black materials are found or where objects are not ideally aligned or are moving rapidly. Ease of use is facilitated through the highly visible status indicators on the devices as well as large control buttons. The LED display has been designed to facilitate step-by-step commissioning and diagnosis at the press of a button. The compact housing, with integrated re- cesses for M4 screws or nuts, means instal- lation is possible in applications where space run maintenance-free for up to three years. The new vibrators have the capacity to pro- duce 170 kN of vibration force on PMSA’s flagship RE1400 machine. This will allow for the production of extra-large concrete ele- ments, from 300 mm to 500 mm in height. As part of its automated brick, block and paving manufacturing equipment, PMSA also offers locally-developed automation and handling systems for large-scale brick and block plants to increase productivity and boost end quality. Another example of PMSA’s ongoing prod- uct development is its new Eco range of automated handling systems, also unveiled officially at Totally Concrete 2016. This lat- est technology gives customers the option of automated handling plants at a far more affordable price compared to that of top-of- the-range systems. The new Eco range of

PMSA CEMENTS ITS REPUTATION for innovation

Totally Concrete 2016 showcased latest developments from PMSA.

handling systems includes forklift options as opposed to more conventional but high- er-cost finger and transfer car systems. “We are unique in the industry, being a spe- cialist manufacturer able to cover the en- tire business spectrum, from establishing a business to boosting the bottom line through the application of appropriate technology,” Ebeling concludes. b

Ultravibe has been designed specifically to

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