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ZUMBACH Electronic AG - General
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ZUMBACH Electronic AG - General

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Company Overview
ZUMBACH Electronics, established in 1957 in Switzerland, specializes in in-line monitoring and control equipment for industries such as wire, cable, plastics, rubber, metal, steel, and glass. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and operates globally with numerous subsidiaries and agencies.
Product Offerings
ZUMBACH provides a wide range of high-precision measuring and monitoring instruments, including:
  • ODAC® Laser Gauges: Non-contact dimensional measurement with high precision.
  • MSD Diameter Gauges: On-line diameter and ovality measurement for cables and plastics.
  • PROFILEMASTER® Systems: In-line profile measurement using light-section principle and machine vision.
  • UMAC® Systems: Ultrasonics-based wall thickness measurement and control.
Technological Features
Products incorporate advanced technologies such as high-tech laser scanning, multi-source device technology, and integration with communication protocols like Ethernet TCP/IP and Profinet IO.
Applications
Equipment is used in industries including telecom and power cables, plastic and rubber extrusion, and steel and metal processing.
Key Advantages
Products are robust, accurate, and cost-effective, offering durable design, high accuracy, and short payback periods.
Conclusion
ZUMBACH Electronics provides solutions for precise measurement and control, enhancing quality control and process efficiency across various sectors.
Automatic Diameter Control
Discusses the use of calibration vacuum or support air for automatic diameter control in extrusion processes, emphasizing precise control for product quality.
Wall Thickness and Concentricity Measurement
UMAC transducer holders measure wall thickness at multiple points, with WALLMASTER processors ensuring accurate monitoring and control of product dimensions.
USYS IPC Systems
Modular, multi-sensor processors for data acquisition, processing, and display in extrusion processes, enhancing process control and efficiency.
DIACAL 8000
Offers automatic calibration and compensation of wall thickness measurements, optimizing material consumption and improving process efficiency.
Magnetic/Optical Concentricity/Diameter Monitoring
ODEX system provides non-contact measurement of eccentricity, concentricity, diameter, and ovality, offering high precision and material savings.
RAYEX X-Ray Measuring Systems
Uses X-ray technology for measuring wall thickness, eccentricity, diameter, and ovality in multi-layer cables and pipes, adaptable to various production lines.
In-line Capacitance Measurement
CAPAC systems provide precise capacitance measurement for cables, with features like "pinhole" detection and FFT analysis.
Surface Quality Inspection System
SIMAC system uses machine vision technology for surface inspection of extruded products, detecting defects with high accuracy.
Conclusion
Outlines advanced measurement and control systems for extrusion processes, emphasizing precision, efficiency, and integration capabilities.
Spark Testers Overview
Details on Spark Testers for electrical testing of cable jackets and conductor insulations, focusing on models handling up to 40 kV, and various ZUMBACH systems for process and quality control.
Specifications
  • Test Voltage Characteristics: DC and AC voltage up to 40 kV, high-frequency AC voltage up to 4 kHz.
  • Short-circuit Current: Up to 15 mArms.
  • Fault Detection: Uses an artificial fault simulator, compliant with IEC 62230 standards.
Dielectric Testing
Spark Testers are used for in-line fault testing on wires and cables, adhering to standards like IEC 62230, UL 1581, and UL 2556.
Model Specifications
  • AST L Models: Max product diameter from 50 mm to 250 mm, voltage options from 2 to 40 kV.
  • AST H and DST Models: For smaller diameters, voltage from 0.5 to 28 kV.
Inductive Conductor Preheating
Essential for high-quality communication wires, ensuring uniform conductor temperature and improved adhesion.
Preheater Features
  • Microprocessor-based with automatic self-checking.
  • Network-ready with temperature measurement and control.
Process and Quality Control Systems
ZUMBACH offers comprehensive solutions for process monitoring and optimization through USYS systems, supporting various communication protocols and Industrie 4.0 integration.
USYS Software and Interfaces
Provides data logging, web server capabilities, and report management, supporting OPC UA for process control.
Conclusion
ZUMBACH's Spark Testers and preheating systems ensure robust, accurate, and efficient testing and processing of electrical cables, enhancing production quality and efficiency.
Non-contact Dimensional Measurement Systems Overview
Details on Zumbach's systems for industrial applications in steel, metals, glass, and chemical industries, capable of in-line and off-line measurements.
Key Specifications
  • Product dimensions range from 0.1 to 500 mm.
  • Laser scanning principle with scan rates up to 2000 s/axis.
System Components
  • ODAC® laser measuring heads.
  • USYS real-time processors and PCs with STEELMASTER software.
Applications
  • Hot rolled products such as wire, steel rod, rebar, and seamless pipe.
Measurement Systems
  • Static, oscillating, and rotating systems for various environments.
Advantages
  • Continuous dimension control and faster start-ups.
Global Presence
Zumbach has a worldwide sales and service network with offices in multiple countries.
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In-line Monitoring & Control Equipment Wire • Cable • Plastics • Rubber • Metal • Steel

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ZUMBACH Electronics was founded in 1957 in Orpund, Switzerland, where it is still headquartered. Here and in the USA, we have established our centres for research, development, and manufacturing. The goal of the ZUMBACH group is to offer the industry the most complete programme of measuring and monitoring instruments of the highest quality and technology. Worldwide support by competent advisors and reliable service is provided by 12 ZUMBACH owned enterprises and by over 40 agencies. Telecom Cables Extrusion Singles Jackets Power Cables Extrusion CV Lines Rewinding Fibre Optic Cables Drawing Buffering...

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Diameter / Ovality / Shape ODAC Laser Gauges Diameter / Ovality MSD - Linear Sensor Technology & Multiple Light Sources Width / Height / Length / Profile / Shape Wall Thickness / Concentricity / Diameter UMAC / UMAC CI / WALLMASTER Cross Section Measurement (X-Ray Technology) apacitance Measurement / Fast Fourier Transform CAPAC / FFT/SRL Lumps/Neck-Downs / Surface Defects KW Fault Detectors / SIMAC® Dielectric Testing / Spark Test Spark Tester, AST H, AST L, DST / CALIBRATOR SP onductor Preheating / Temperature Control ZUMBACH PREHEATER, AUTAC 300 Data Processing, Display, Control / Interfacing...

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ODAC® Laser Gauges Over 90'000 ODAC® measuring heads have been in use successfully for over 65 years. From international conglomerates to the small manufacturing company, ODAC® instruments are being used in multiple industries, contributing to their success. The ODAC® brand does not only represent non-contact dimensional measurement, but also unusual insensitivity to dirt, the highest precision, and a compact design. Important Features • • • • Very robust, lasting design Extremely insensitive to dirt Highly developed optics and scanning Highest accuracy and permanent calibration Your Advantage...

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ODAC Measuring Heads in Operation ODAC systems are used for products in most any industries, like Wire & Cable, Plastics, Rubber, Steel and Metal. Typical Solutions • Diameter and ovality measurement • Position measurement • Depth and height measurement • Multiple measurement • Lump detector function (surface inspection) • Measurement of transparent products Typical Products • Cable and wire of any kind • Singles, sector conductors, profiles • Fiber optics, compound fibers • Pipe, tubing, hose • Steel, copper, aluminium rod 3 Axis Laser Measurement - The Solution for Accurate Diameter and Ovality...

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With the MSD Diameter Gauges, ZUMBACH introduces a new series of measuring heads for on-line diameter and ovality measurement and control. This new line complements the high-precision laser diameter measuring heads of the ODAC® series. The MSD models achieve their ideal efficiency in terms of price and performance specifically for applications in the cable and plastics industry. The experience of 60 years with on-line and off-line measurement and control technology has led to a product characterised by the most current and sophisticated technology and functionality as well as by the well-known...

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Diameter Ovality Ergonomic Design By fitment of the optional floor stands, each measuring head model can be swivelled upwards. This allows for easier working access when needed in confined spaces and simple removal of the measuring head from the production line. Application The MSD models are suitable everywhere and can be used in all cable manufacturing lines for measuring all kinds of wires and cables. They are indispensable tools in tube and hose extrusion lines for measuring pressure, waste water, heating tubes, etc. as well as all kinds of hoses. Measuring Principle The measuring principle...

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Width, Height, Depth, Profile ODAC®-JK and -JP Versions with Modular Emitter and Receiver Special optics and special signal evaluation make these versions suitable for measurement of width, height, depth, and profile. Emitter and receiver can be mounted at practically any distance in order to accommodate for the product. This approach is also used under extreme conditions, where considerable measuring distances are required due to heat radiation or dirt emission. By utilizing 2 measuring heads and synchronization techniques, even large diameters, lengths or widths can be measured with high accuracy....

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Dimension and Profile shape PROFILEMASTER® – Accurate In-line Profile Measurement Using Light-Section Principle and Machine Vision Measuring Principle PROFILEMASTER® systems measure and monitor profiles and other non-round products during the production process. The complete cross-section is graphically displayed on the screen, based on a sophisticated image processor. The measuring principle is based on 2D laser triangulation respectively light- sectioning technology. Four or more lasers illuminate the product surface and the associated matrix cameras capture the light contour from an oblique...

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UMAC' represents a line of ultrasonics based systems for wall thickness measurement and control of pipe, hose, tubing and cables. Each system consists of a highly developed UMAC' processor, interrogating up to 8 transducers at high speed. WALLMASTER systems process data from several ODAC' measuring heads and a UMAC' wall thickness measuring system. Automatic control of wall thickness and/or diameter is easily possible. Calibration can be automated by means of the DIACAL options. • Wall thickness down to 0.05 mm (.002 in.) • Medical tubes • Rubber hoses • Jackets on CAT 5, 6 ... 8 data cable •...

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Wall Thickness Jacket Extrusion For Compensation and Automatic Calibration of the Wall Thickness. DIACAL 8000 is a smart method for the simplified calibration. Compensation of any wall thickness value (layer) through the wall thickness measurement of 2 diameter sensors (D2-D1/2). Max. 4 compensation controllers can be configured. Remote display Control USYS IPC 2e – WALLMASTER Tubing Extrusion Remote Display Extruder speed control Vacuum valve Pipe Extrusion Remote Display Extruder speed control USYS IPC 2e – WALLMASTER Advantages • Precise wall thickness measurement of cable jackets • Automatic...

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All ZUMBACH Electronic AG catalogs and technical brochures

  1. USYS IPCe

    6  Pages

  2. USYS Touch

    4  Pages

  3. USYS 200

    4  Pages

  4. USYS 20

    4  Pages

  5. RAYEX® S

    4  Pages

  6. DVO 2

    2  Pages

  7. CAPAC® HS

    4  Pages

  8. ODAC-USYS

    6  Pages

  9. UMAC® CI

    2  Pages

  10. Print Server

    1  Page

  11. GaugePro 8/22

    2  Pages

  12. KW 13/33TRIO

    4  Pages

  13. ODAC® 34XY

    4  Pages

  14. ODAC® 64XY

    4  Pages

  15. ODAC® 2J/16J

    4  Pages

  16. ODAC® 13TRIO

    4  Pages

  17. ODAC® 33TRIO

    4  Pages

  18. ODAC® 63TRIO

    4  Pages

  19. ODAC® 14XY

    4  Pages

  20. CELLMASTER®

    4  Pages

  21. ODEX® 10

    4  Pages

  22. RAYEX® D XT

    6  Pages

  23. ODAC® 110XY

    4  Pages

  24. ODAC® 550

    4  Pages

  25. ODAC® 310

    4  Pages

  26. ODAC® 230

    4  Pages

  27. ODAC® 160

    4  Pages

  28. ODAC® 100

    4  Pages

  29. ODAC® 60J

    4  Pages

  30. VISU-Touch

    1  Page

  31. BENDCHECK

    4  Pages

  32. DVW 1

    2  Pages

  33. AUTAC 300

    2  Pages

  34. ECOGAUGE

    4  Pages

*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.