Machine and Plant Engineering

Machine and Plant Engineering use Pepperl+Fuchs sensing technologies

In machine and plant engineering Pepperl+Fuchs offer our customers a broad spectrum of sensors and sensor systems: Proximity sensors (based on inductive, capacitive and magnetic principles), photoelectric sensors, ultrasonic sensors, rotary encoders, position encoding systems, AS-Interfaces, identification systems, logic control units and electrical and mechanical system components.

Automotive Industry

Pepperl+Fuchs is a recognized supplier to the automotive industry

For many years Pepperl+Fuchs have been a recognized supplier to the automotive industry. New concepts in plant engineering for vehicle production have been covered by products developed by Pepperl+Fuchs. In the areas of technology for the automotive industry, it would be hard to imagine the industry without Pepperl+Fuchs sensors. The global key account structure of Pepperl+Fuchs provides an ideal cooperation with the worldwide automotive industry.

Packaging Industry

Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are used in the packaging industry

Packaging machines for the food industry, pharmaceutical and cosmetic machines as well as labeling machines are a part of the target market of packaging industry. This market constantly demands new and innovative packaging solutions. This is only possible due to precision sensor systems in the corresponding packaging machinery.

Print and Paper Industry

Print and Paper Industry applications use Pepperl+Fuchs sensors

As a specialist in sensors for the graphic industry, Pepperl+Fuchs offers a wide variety of sensing technologies.
Pepperl+Fuchs introduced the world's first inductive proximity sensor in 1958, and over the years they have extended their product portfolio to include ultrasonic, photoelectric, and capacitive sensors, rotary encoders, vision sensors, interface modules, and a complete line of cordsets and accessories. Pepperl+Fuchs continue to increase their range of established base technologies with continuous innovations. The acquisition of the brands Visolux (2000, photoelectric sensors) and Omnitron (2004, data matrix readers) has enabled us to further expand and define our position in the print and paper industry.
With Pepperl+Fuchs being a pioneer in precision sensors, which are used to control paper feeds in paper machinery, it would be difficult to find another manufacturer with such an extensive range of sensors for use in this area of industry. Whether printing, folding, punching or enveloping: the innovative sensors of Pepperl+Fuchs provide for ultimate precision in all applications. Especially Pepperl+Fuchs Visolux photoelectric sensors have been an established feature in printing machinery for more than 25 years.

Mobile Equipment

Pepperl+Fuchs offers special sensors for Mobile Equipment

Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are used in mobile equipment
Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are used in mobile equipment
Hard working mobile equipment requires sensors that can survive the most demanding environments. Scorching heat, freezing temperatures, rain, road salt, corrosive chemicals, radio frequency noise, and the highest levels of shock and vibration are just another day on the road.
Designed with mobile equipment applications in mind, Pepperl+Fuchs provides the toughest and most versatile sensors on the market. When your equipment has to operate in extreme environments, choose the sensor that withstands the abuse.
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. Our specialists will be glad to help you.

Renewable Energy

Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are used in applications of renewable energy

Extreme performance, durability, and reliability are prerequisites for all key components used in renewable energy generation. It’s the only way to achieve the operating efficiencies and up-time required of today’s renewable energy power generating equipment. Field-proven presence and position sensors and rotary encoders from Pepperl+Fuchs meet these demanding requirements, providing dependable, reliable performance in even the most severe environments and applications.

Material Handling

Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are used in material handling applications

Modern intra-logistics demand the application of outstanding sensors. Only the correct use of sensors can ensure the automatic and reliable flow of goods in modern warehouses and mechanical handling plants. Pepperl+Fuchs has the right solution for almost all material handling applications.

Process Equipment

Pepperl+Fuchs sensors are used in process equipment

The modern automated process plant relies on industrial sensors to accurately monitor the open/closed position of ball and butterfly valves, knife gate valves, diaphragm valves, etc. Inductive sensors are also used for accurate and reliable detection in measurement devices such as manometers and flowmeters. Whether in general-purpose or hazardous locations, Pepperl+Fuchs has sensors and sensor systems for a wide variety of applications in industries that range from the chemical, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas industries.
Pepperl+Fuchs has developed a broad range of industrial sensors and sensor systems, especially for the food and beverage, pulp and paper, water treatment and wastewater industries.
Due to our experience and expertise in the field of process equipment, you can be assured that we will provide you with a perfect solution for all your sensing needs. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our specialists will be glad to help you.

Doors, Gates and Elevators

Doors, gates + elevators use Pepperl+Fuchs sensors
Doors, gates + elevators use Pepperl+Fuchs sensors

In addition to industrial automation, a large field of applications for sensor technology is in the automation of doors, gates and elevators. Monitoring elevator or lift doors using Light Grids to prevent trapping; Radar Sensor technology for opening sliding or revolving doors, and flat surface-mounted Photoelectric Sensors to provide protection against trapping in sliding or revolving doors. For the safety and convenience of these systems, reliable sensors are indispensable.