Rotary encoders are often one of the least discussed components of a wind turbine and yet they are integral to many related applications. Encoders are an electro-mechanical device that converts the angular position of a shaft or axle to a digital code. Three of the most common uses for encoders in turbines are: monitoring and controlling blade…

The F31K2 sensor is part of Pepperl+Fuchs’ open solutions concept for valve position feedback. It is based on simple designs that can be used in a wide variety of applications, even in the harsh and corrosive environment found at Dutch company Frisia Zout. Salt is everywhere at Frisia Zout. “Zout” is Dutch for salt, and…

Pepperl+Fuchs’ comprehensive North American Sensor and Systems Catalog and Selection Guide — Edition 2.0 is now available online. The interactive elements of the online catalog make this a go-to source for all sensing needs. Users can skip to needed equipment by using the table of contents or thumbnails. Users can also download or share the entire catalog…