News and Product Information

New!......Model P3 Strain Indicator / Recorder

Vishay Measurements Group is proud to announce the new Model P3. This class-leading product has superlative performance and extensive features making it an essential tool for all users of strain gauges and strain gauge based transducers (including loadcells, pressure transducers, displacement sensors etc).

This rugged, 4-channel battery powered instrument is menu driven allowing for fast and comprehensive setup. Direct dialling of gauge factor, built-in shunt calibration and software corrections for non-linearity ensure the most accurate data possible in strain measurement. For other inputs the unit can be directly calibrated in engineering units by entering the full scale and sensitivity values. This fully-corrected data can be recorded to the supplied solid state memory card (MMC) either manually or at a minimum 1 second interval for later downloading to a PC via USB or by removing the card for use with a card reader.

Additionally a USB interface and free software enable fast setup from the PC. This includes the ability to save and load existing set-ups and to record data directly to the PC. Using simple tools (ActiveX controls) data can even be streamed directly into another application for further processing in real time – for example, Excel can plot real-time load-vs-strain graphs.

Added to this superb package is Vishay Measurements Group’s unequalled technical support, free software and firmware upgrades and a three-year warranty, there is no better tool for all your measurement needs!

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New!......ATEX Approved Indicators and Terminals for Hazardous Area Use

We now offer a comprehensive selection of indicators and terminals, which comply with the latest ATEX directives, for hazardous area applications.
Our range includes basic indicators with a backlit display, which can support text and simple graphics, to fully functional data terminals which support a wide range of PLC drivers, including the latest bus protocols.
Available options include pedestal, wall, panel or cabinet mounting as well as a battery powered unit, with a sealed battery pack, for hazardous area location.

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New Product!...... MicroPos Rider Roll Control System.

The RRS MicroPOS rider roll control system is a digital closed loop force control system used on paper machine two-drum winders. The system uses load cells either side to support the rider roll and to measure the rider roll weight. Closed loop servo hydraulics then provide the right Rider Roll relief to give the ideal Nip Pressure that is required for the existing diameter of the paper reel being wound.
Benefits are :-

Uniform hardness across and through the paper roll
Consistent quality in each roll.
Reduced number of web breaks.
Reduced wrinkling.

Configuration is carried out on a standard PC and all settings can be saved to disc. Available as a retrofit, or an electronic upgrade to older systems, the MicroPOS can therefore be easily configured at delivery from the factory or during commissioning.

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New Product!......WST 3 Weight Transmitter

A new addition to the Generation 3 range, the WST 3 Transmitter features true Tare and Gross/Net function (power failure safe) Profibus and Modbus outputs are standard, additionally, fieldbus communication is possible via the GATE 3S module. The WST 3 is compatible with other Vishay Nobel Generation 3 instruments

True Gross/Net, Tare and Zero functions; operated locally or remotely
Profibus and Modbus outputs as standard
Backlit Display

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Vishay Nobel Load Cell Equipment on World's Largest Offshore Pipe Laying Vessel

Caley Ocean Systems of Scotland, chosen to design and manufacture a 700 tonne capacity hang off module, approached Vishay Nobel Ltd. for assistance with the monitoring of the pipe laying hold-back forces -critical in marine pipe laying for optimum speed and operational safety.
The module was for the recently commissioned CSO "Deep Blue" ultra deep water pipelay and subsea construction vessel; 206 metres long with a depth range of 2500 metres and a pipe handling capacity of 28 inches.

The module is mounted on four four-wheeled bogies, enabling it to move laterally and fore and aft over a moonpool area. Each bogie axle is fitted with two KOSD type 2MN double shear beam load cells, which have been used in thousands of towing and mooring winch installations throughout the offshore oil and marine industries.
Vishay Nobel also supplied AST 3P Digital Weight Transmitters to power and signal condition each load cell.

Replacing Old Technology at Muller Dairy Minimises Product Loss

Muller Dairy in Shropshire recently chose the Klay 2000SAN Pressure Transmitters from Vishay Nobel to replace their old transmitters.
The 2000SAN "smart" microprocessor based all stainless steel pressure transmitter is designed for use in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. It has an IP66 rating, is fully temperature compensated and has a very strong flush mounted hygienic diaphragm. Output is 4-20mA or digital with HART® protocol. EMI/RFI CE certification is standard with CENELEC optional.

These Pressure Transmitters are used to calculate levels and pressures within yoghurt vessels by means of two transmitters, one top and one bottom, the outputs of which are fed into a PLC system. The vessels have to maintain a precise pressure with correct levels reported at all times. Additionally, during sterilisation, the 2000SAN Pressure Transmitters have to monitor levels of the Clean In Place (C.I.P.) medium, when temperatures exceed 100°C.
Commenting on the results of this engineering work, Mr Steve Ruscoe, Process and Services Engineering Manager, said "To date, after the short period of installation, product loss to effluent has been reduced. Also no transmitters have failed so far, unlike previous other units."

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BILT 4 Intrinsically Safe Strain Gauge Transmitter

New model superseding the BILT 3HF. Approved for hazardous area installation. New features include CE approval and linearisation.

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KOSD Double Shear Beam Load Cells.

Now available with integral 4-20mA 2 wire amplifiers and EEx ia certification.
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Load Cell Cable -New Datasheet.

Vishay Nobel Exar load cell cable is particularly suited to the harsh industrial environments in which our equipment is frequently used and is especially suitable for handling low level load cell signals (typically 1/10ths of microvolts).
With over 20 years of trouble free experience, Vishay Nobel recommends the use of this cable for all of our systems.

Click Here to request our new data sheet giving details of our Exar range of specialist load cell cables.

Contact.
For further details please e-mail us at: nb1@vishaynobel.co.uk