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Food Industry-Smart Automized Solutions for your Applications

Food Industry-Smart Automized Solutions for your Applications

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Overview: The document provides an extensive overview of ifm's automation technology solutions tailored for the food industry. With over 50 years of experience, ifm offers a wide range of sensors and control systems designed to enhance process reliability and plant uptime. Their products include position, level, temperature, and pressure sensors, as well as diagnostic systems that are resistant to high temperatures and cleaning processes.

Company Profile: ifm is a global company with a presence in 185 countries, emphasizing close customer relationships and support. They offer a broad portfolio of over 7,800 articles, ensuring flexibility and compatibility for various automation needs. The company prides itself on German engineering, innovation with over 1,000 patents, and a reliable 5-year warranty on products.

Product Features: ifm's products are designed for easy integration and use, with features like IO-Link technology that allows for digital data transmission, reducing errors and enhancing process transparency. The moneo software suite further supports industrial digitization by providing tools for condition monitoring, parameter setting, and real-time maintenance.

Standards and Testing: ifm products undergo rigorous testing to ensure durability and compliance with industry standards. Tests include thermal shock, vibration, and high-pressure cleaning to simulate harsh industrial environments. Many sensors are Ecolab certified, ensuring they meet high standards for use in washdown environments.

Applications: The document includes application reports from various companies, showcasing the practical implementation and benefits of ifm's automation solutions in real-world scenarios.

Certification and Environmental Management: ifm electronic GmbH has established an environmental management system certified under ISO 14001, valid from April 24, 2020, to April 23, 2023. This certification covers the development, production, and distribution of sensor technology and related systems. The company emphasizes a global approach with local actions to ensure continuous environmental protection.

Standards and Approvals: The document lists various standards and approvals relevant to ifm products, including 3A Sanitary Standards, ATEX, CCC, CE Marking, CSA and UL, FDA and EHEDG. These standards ensure the products' suitability for various industrial applications, particularly in environments requiring stringent safety and hygiene standards.

Product Listings: The document includes an extensive list of products with their respective certifications and approvals, such as CE, cULus, EAC, and others. Each product is associated with specific standards, indicating its compliance with international safety and quality requirements.

Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide to the certifications and standards applicable to ifm products, ensuring their suitability for various industrial applications, particularly in environments requiring stringent safety and hygiene standards.

Specifications: The document outlines various sensor products and their specifications. Key specifications include housing materials such as PP black and grey, sealing with EPDM, and protection ratings of IP 65, IP 67, IP 68, and IP 69K. The sensors operate within a voltage range of 10...36 DC and 50 AC / 60 DC, and a temperature range of -25...80°C. The document also mentions LED indicators and cable specifications, such as 2 m MPPE grey cables with 3 x 0.34 mm² wires.

Procedures and Applications: The document describes the use of sensors in the production of crisp bread at Leksands Knäckebröd in Sweden. It highlights the automation of the production process using capacitive, photoelectric, and flow sensors from ifm. Capacitive sensors monitor the supply of ingredients, while photoelectric sensors ensure the flow of materials on conveyor belts. The document also discusses the use of distance sensors for position detection and magnetic-inductive flow meters for measuring water in dough production.

Standards and Recommendations: The sensors are designed to meet high protection ratings and are suitable for harsh environments. They are equipped with IO-Link technology, preparing users for Industry 4.0. The document recommends using ifm sensors for their reliability, ease of configuration, and cost-effectiveness.

Innovative Features: The document highlights the unique features of ifm sensors, such as the 12-point LED display for precise switch point setting, non-contact potentiometers, and the ability to operate in extreme conditions. The sensors are also noted for their high accuracy, measurement dynamics, and repeatability.

Case Study: A case study on Leksands Knäckebröd illustrates the successful implementation of ifm sensors in automating the production process. The sensors contribute to a high productivity rate of 99.6% by ensuring reliable monitoring and control of the production line.

Conclusion: The document concludes with a commitment to continue using ifm sensors for future automation challenges, emphasizing their role in maintaining high-quality production standards.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of various process sensors, including pressure, level, temperature, and conductivity sensors, designed for industrial applications, particularly in hygienic and food environments. The sensors are noted for their resistance to aggressive chemicals and robust design.

Pressure Sensors: The document lists several pressure sensors with analogue displays, detailing their process connections, measuring ranges, overload and bursting pressures, and voltage requirements. These sensors are available with different thread types and are suitable for various pressure ranges, ensuring compatibility with different industrial needs.

Level Sensors: The LMT and LR series level sensors are highlighted for their use in monitoring liquid, viscous media, and powders. They feature high-frequency capacitance spectrum profiling technology to avoid false readings due to deposits or foam. The sensors are made from 316 stainless steel, ensuring durability and chemical resistance.

Temperature Sensors: The document describes temperature sensors with fast response times and high precision, suitable for hygienic environments. These sensors offer analogue output and IO-Link capabilities for parameter setting and diagnostics. The TCC series is noted for its self-monitoring capabilities, providing reliability in temperature-critical processes.

Conductivity Sensors: Conductivity sensors are designed for hygienic applications, particularly in the food industry, to differentiate between media based on conductivity values. They offer loss-free digital transmission of measured values and require no adjustments during installation.

Accessories and System Components: The document also lists various accessories, including IO-Link masters and connecting cables, which support the integration and functionality of the sensors in industrial systems.

Overview: This document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of various sensors and accessories used in industrial applications. It includes information on position sensors, capacitive sensors, cylinder sensors, ultrasonic sensors, and photoelectric sensors, along with their respective accessories and connectors.

Specifications: The document lists multiple sensor types with specific dimensions, materials, voltage requirements, protection ratings (IP65, IP67, IP68, IP69K), and order numbers. For example, capacitive sensors are available in stainless steel and plastic, with sensing ranges from 0.5 to 40 mm and voltage requirements of 10 to 30 V.

Procedures and Standards: The sensors are designed for non-contact detection and level monitoring, with high noise immunity and operational reliability. They are suitable for various applications, including packaging systems and conveyor systems. The document emphasizes the importance of proper parameter setting, which can be done via buttons on the sensor or through an IO-Link interface.

Recommendations: The document suggests using specific mounting accessories and adapters for different sensor types to ensure optimal performance. It highlights the advantages of using cylinder sensors over reed switches due to their wear-free operation and high repeatability.

Key Features: - High-grade stainless steel housing for demanding applications. - Adjustable sensing range via potentiometer or pushbuttons. - Robust design suitable for hygienic and wet areas. - Reliable detection of shiny surfaces and background suppression.

Accessories: The document lists various accessories, including angle brackets and connectors, with detailed specifications such as cable length, wire specification, and material housing. These accessories are designed to enhance the functionality and ease of installation of the sensors.

Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and utilizing sensors and accessories in industrial environments, ensuring high performance and reliability across various applications.

Mounting Adapter Specifications: The mounting adapter for photoelectric level sensors is made of stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L) with FKM sealing. It includes a PMMA transparent protective cover, stainless steel screws, and washers.

Sensor Types and Functions:

Colour Sensors: Detect objects based on colour with five selectable tolerance steps. Suitable for production control.
Contrast Sensors: Detect registration marks or printed colour bars by determining the difference between the target and background.
Sensors for Transparent Objects: O5G series sensors detect transparent objects like film, glass, and PET bottles, which normal photoelectric sensors cannot.

Position Sensors: Photoelectric sensors are available for specific applications, including colour detection, contrast detection, and transparent object detection. They feature programmable light-on/dark-on modes and PNP/NPN configurations.

Encoders: Encoders provide motion control with incremental and absolute options. They offer programmable resolution and signal levels, with a wide voltage range suitable for universal use. Features include speed monitoring, counter functions, and direction detection.

Pressure Sensors: Pressure sensors with digital displays are robust and suitable for harsh environments. They use a ceramic-capacitive measuring principle for long-term stability and are optimized for pneumatic and compressed air applications.

Completeness Control: 3D sensors provide completeness control for the packaging industry, detecting underfill or overfill and offering automatic position tracking. They are resistant to extraneous light and adaptable to different handling units.

Industrial Imaging:

3D Sensors: Use PMD 3D ToF-Chip technology for object recognition, with infrared lighting and various field of view sizes.
1D/2D Code Readers: Detect multiple codes in one image, with easy setup via a teach button or smartphone app.
Vision Sensors: Inspect objects based on defined shapes and contours, suitable for production and quality control.

RFID Systems: The DTE100 RFID system is designed for production and conveying, offering flexible identification tasks with evaluation units, antennas, and transponders. It supports PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Ethernet, or TCP/IP interfaces.

Specifications and Product Information: This document provides detailed specifications for various vibration diagnostic systems and accessories. It includes information on connectors, calibration certificates, and diagnostic electronics for vibration sensors. The document lists different types of sensors, their measuring ranges, frequency ranges, ambient temperatures, and protection ratings.

Vibration Monitoring Systems: The document highlights the importance of continuous vibration diagnosis for rotating plant parts, emphasizing condition-based maintenance to increase plant uptime and reduce operating costs. It describes the use of diagnostic electronics and accelerometers for monitoring machine vibrations, with systems capable of setting alarm outputs and transferring data via Ethernet.

Case Study: Hassia Mineralquellen: A case study on Hassia Mineralquellen illustrates the application of permanent electronic vibration diagnostics in bottle filling. The system helped detect imminent damage to a drive, preventing unplanned downtime. The document details the transition from manual to electronic diagnostics, highlighting the benefits of using ifm's vibration diagnostic systems.

System Components and Accessories: The document lists various components such as diagnostic electronics, accelerometers, vibration sensors, and transmitters. It also includes information on accessories like parameter setting software, connection cables, and mounting adapters.

Conclusion: The document concludes by emphasizing the benefits of permanent vibration diagnostics in preventing machine wear and ensuring timely maintenance. It highlights the positive impact on product quality and cost savings through reduced plant downtime.

Overview: The document provides detailed information on AS-Interface (AS-i) technology used in industrial communication and safety systems. It highlights the benefits of using a two-wire flat cable for data and energy transmission, reducing wiring complexity and associated costs.

Key Sections:

AS-i Gateways and Controllers: Various gateways are listed, including EtherNet/IP and PROFINET gateways, each with specific order numbers and descriptions.
I/O Modules: Details on input/output modules for control cabinets and hazardous areas, including digital and analogue inputs/outputs, with specific order numbers.
AS-i Safety Technology: Information on safety monitors, safety at work specifications, and safety modules. The section emphasizes the importance of safety monitors in ensuring safe states during data transmission disruptions.
Power Supplies: Specifications for AS-i switch power supplies and 24 V DC power supplies, including current, output voltage, nominal voltage, and efficiency.
Safety Devices: Includes safety light curtains, safety light grids, safety relays, and RFID-coded safety sensors, with detailed specifications and order numbers.
Accessories: A list of accessories such as flat cables, connectors, and protective caps, with corresponding order numbers.

Critical Information:

Wiring Simplification: The use of a two-wire flat cable significantly reduces the need for individual wiring of sensors and actuators, saving on terminals, splitter boxes, and cable trays.
Safety Features: The AS-i safety monitor ensures system safety by monitoring data exchange and maintaining safe states during failures or disruptions.
Product Specifications: Detailed technical specifications for each product type, including protection ratings (IP ratings), response times, and material compositions.
Compliance and Standards: Products conform to safety requirements such as type 2/SIL 1 or type 4/SIL 3, ensuring high safety standards.

Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and implementing AS-i technology in industrial settings, focusing on communication efficiency and safety compliance.

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FOOD INDUSTRY AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY

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Clean solutions for your applications FOOD INDUSTRY · Automation technology With over 50 years of experience in sensors and control systems we know how to achieve maximum process reliability and plant uptime: our portfolio covers innovative, high-quality position sensors, level, temperature and pressure sensors as well as diagnostic systems with high temperature and cleaning resistance, which comply with the required standards and directives. In addition, connectors, also with the protection rating IP 68 / 69K. In a total of 185 countries worldwide, ifm’s customers are supported by independent...

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IO-Link features moneo. The all-you-want software for industrial evolution Production environment Industrial communication AS-i / Safety technology Application report Leksands Knäckebröd Application report staedler automation AG Application report Hassia Mineralquellen This industry-specific catalogue is available for download on our website at: ifm.com/gb/food

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ifm – the company matching your requirements close to you: Our worldwide sales and service team is here to help you at any time. Engineering “Made in Germany”: German engineering available worldwide. Flexible: Not only our service but our broad product portfolio perfectly suit the most varying requirements. Innovative: More than 1,000 patents and in 2020 about 90 patent applications. Reliable: 5-year warranty on ifm products. System instead of just components ifm provides you with a broad portfolio for flexible automation of your production. Our range of more than 7,800 articles guarantees flexibility...

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We are there for you Close contact with our customers is part of our success. We have consistently developed our sales network right from the start. Today the ifm group of companies is represented in more than 95 countries – according to the motto “ifm – close to you!” Your personal application support and service are at the heart of our operation. For the introduction of new products and technologies we support you with workshops and seminars in our training centres or in your plant. Security by success Since its foundation in 1969, the ifm group has constantly grown, now having more than 7,300...

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The ifm sales platform Overview: The ifm product range is clearly structured and the individual product platforms ensure quick orientation. Selectors: Choose between the most important technical data and you will get the product selection suitable for your requirements. Compare: You can compare the technical data of up to 3 products. Differences are marked in colour. Search and find: Enter the search term in the full text search and get suggestions for products, topics and product groups. Order: We provide a quick-order and csv import function for the shopping basket on the product pages. More...

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Easy purchasing You are in control of everything in the shopping basket: quantity, modes of shipment and payment. We provide you with everything you can expect from a modern shop. Customers relying on long-standing tried-and-tested articles can quickly order by entering the article number in the shopping basket. This saves time, in particular when a product has to be quickly reordered. Navigation in the menu structure is no longer necessary. For all types of display Whether PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone – the design of the sales platform adapts to any screen size thus increasing user-friendliness....

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Your start into the industrial revolution. IO-Link solutions from ifm. Simple: The sensor parameters can be set from the controller or the master. No crawling or climbing required to set the sensor. Transparent: Many sensors supply measured values to the switching signals via IO-Link. The goal is a constant product quality with less energy and raw material consumption. Reliable: Transmission that is prone to errors and conversion of analogue signals is replaced with digital measured value transmission. Low-cost: Process information, switching status, diagnostic functions are transmitted without...

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Head start with Use the advantages! Today IO-Link sensors from ifm give the user completely new options. Additional sensor data, for example, is generated to achieve maximum efficiency and cost saving. This allows process transparency from the machine to ERP to optimise your existing automation. Furthermore IO-Link has a lot more to offer: No external influence of the signal Tamper free Data transfer is based on a 24 V signal. Screened cables and associated grounding are no longer necessary. No wrong settings by operators. No measured value losses The entire measured value transmission is digital....

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Who says we can only do hardware? moneo. The all-you-want software for industrial evolution. One thing is clear: proper industrial digitisation example because the level is running low or begins with the sensor and extends into the the vibration on a fan rotor is dangerously IT structure. If you are already using IO-Link in increasing, moneo wil immediately alert and your plant, you have taken the ﬁrst important inform you by e-mail. This allows you to step towards more efﬁciency and less unplanned schedule maintenance in good time or initiate downtime. And you are ready for the second manual...

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moneo|starterkit brings hardware component that is precisely tailored to the require- motors on fans, pumps and ments of the software and acts as a many other machines to a new level. powerful, reliable node in the network The complete package based on well- infrastructure. It provides the software coordinated hardware and software modules with the necessary computing power, stores and backs up data and condition of your system and to plan serves as an interface for software up- maintenance requirements in advance. dates and system maintenance. And it's more user-friendly and conve- moneo|appliance...

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moneo|OS is the convenient software basis and management tool for all software products of the moneo IIoT toolkit. In moneo|OS, you can easily manage your moneo licences. In addition, the intelligent, easy-to-use data ﬂow model enables you to combine individual pieces of sensor data into meaningful values. This makes it possible to quickly analyse and optimise your processes.

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