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17.10.08 - State-of-the-art level measurement with radar – also attractive in price
State-of-the-art level measurement with radar – also attractive in price In recent years new, innovative techniques for level measurement of bulk solids have been developed that are far superior to previously used measuring systems. Beside their technical advantages, these new developments demonstrate their prowess also with regard to price.
28.08.08 - Complete tank management solutions for oil and chemical tankers – made in Germany
Complete tank management solutions for oil and chemical tankers – made in Germany Pleiger Maschinenbau and VEGA Grieshaber bundle their know-how to provide from a single source complete tank management systems for oil and chemical tankers.
28.08.08 - Safety in the cargo tank – level, pressure and switching instrumentation with multisensor flange
Safety in the cargo tank – level, pressure and switching instrumentation with multisensor flange The compact plics sensors allow a centralised layout of level, pressure and switching instrumentation on a single multisensor flange. Through the simple planning and central mounting of all measurement points, shipyards save costs in ship construction.
28.08.08 - VEGA Tank Measuring System for ships – measurement readings from a single source
VEGA Tank Measuring System for ships – measurement readings from a single source VEGA Grieshaber KG, a world market leader in level, pressure and switching instrumentation, offers its Tank Measuring System as a complete solution for tank content measurement on ships
25.04.08 - Radar sensors ensure detailed information on road salt inventories
Radar sensors ensure detailed information on road salt inventories Der Einsatz von Auftausalz ist zur Gewährleistung der Verkehrssicherheit auf unseren Straßen unverzichtbar. Intelligentes Bestandsmanagement der Auftausalze garantiert den bedarfsgerechten Nachschub. Die Basisinformationen über den Bestand in den Vorratsilos und Lagerhallen liefern Radarsensoren, die den Füllstand zuverlässig erfassen.
15.04.08 - WEB-VV – inventory monitoring made easy
WEB-VV – inventory monitoring made easy WEB-VV is a user-friendly inventory visualisation system that is just as suitable for company networks as it is for worldwide measurement data logging.
15.04.08 - New radar sensor for standard measuring tasks in bulk solids - VEGAPULS 67
New radar sensor for standard measuring tasks in bulk solids - VEGAPULS 67 The new VEGAPULS 67 finds application in areas where, for reasons of economy, ultrasonic instruments or capacitive probes were used until now.
18.03.08 - PLICSRADIO – wireless communication for industrial applications
PLICSRADIO – wireless communication for industrial applications Although the wiring of industrial plants is generally very time and cost intensive, wireless signal transmission caught on very slowly. The technology that is already common practice in office communication and private life is now beginning a successful takeover of industrial applications. With the new sending and receiving unit PLICSRADIO it is possible to wirelessly transmit 4 … 20 mA/HART signals as well as switching states of sensors over great distances to the control room or relay station.
14.11.07 - Who invented it?
Who invented it? In 1997, VEGA set new standards in level measurement technology by developing the first two-wire radar sensor and advanced within a very short time to international technology and market leader in this area. In the last 10 years there hasn’t been such rapid development with any measuring principle as there has with radar, and VEGA is still in the lead.
14.11.07 - New suspension pressure transmitter with front-flush ceramic measuring cell and integrated temperature measurement
New suspension pressure transmitter with front-flush ceramic measuring cell and integrated temperature measurement VEGAWELL 51 represents a new generation of suspension pressure transmitters. The instruments are used for water/waste water applications, e.g. for hydrostatic level measurement in vessels and gauge measurement in deep wells.
12.04.07 - Wireless measurement data transmission with PLICSRADIO
Wireless measurement data transmission with PLICSRADIO With PLICSRADIO, VEGA Grieshaber KG has introduced a solution to measurement data transmission from areas not readily accessible or far away.
20.11.06 - Remote inventory monitoring made easy
Remote inventory monitoring made easy The optimisation of logistic processes for the purpose of cost reduction is gaining more and more importance. An important element in the logistic chain or in supply chain management is the monitoring of inventories, at the manufacturer’s as well as at the customer’s facilities. To meet the growing demand for automatic inventory management, VEGA offers a wide range of solutions for industry-specific applications – for a company’s own stocks and for its customer’s, as a service performed for the customer.
20.11.06 - New DTM Collection 1/2007 available from January 2007
New DTM Collection 1/2007 available from January 2007 New in the collection are the DTMs for VEGABAR 51, VEGABAR 63 and VEGAWELL 51 pressure transmitters as well as the DTM for the VEGADIF 55 differential pressure transmitter.
08.11.06 - VEGAVIB and VEGAWAVE – two complementary sensors for solids
VEGAVIB and VEGAWAVE – two complementary sensors for solids VEGAVIB and VEGAWAVE are vibrating level switches for level detection of bulk solids. VEGAVIB operates with a vibrating rod, VEGAWAVE with a tuning fork.
26.09.06 - VEGA tank measuring system for ships – measured data from a single source
VEGA tank measuring system for ships – measured data from a single source VEGA Grieshaber KG, a world market leader in level, pressure and switching instrumentation, offers its tank measuring system as the ideal solution for logging tank contents on ships.
17.08.06 - Safety in the cargo tank –
effective level, pressure and switching instrumentation with space-saving multisensor flange
Safety in the cargo tank – <BR>effective level, pressure and switching instrumentation with space-saving multisensor flange The multisensor flange offers reliable and simple cargo tank content measurement and reduces the mounting costs for the shipyard as well as the service costs for the shipping company.
09.05.06 - VEGA Grieshaber KG – Weltmarktführer im Bereich Füllstandmessung mit Radar
VEGA Grieshaber KG – Weltmarktführer im Bereich Füllstandmessung mit Radar VEGA ist seit vielen Jahren internationaler Marktführer im Bereich berührungslose Füllstandmessung mit Radar. Die technologisch führende Position ist das Ergebnis ständiger intensiver Entwicklungsarbeit und konsequenter Einführung und Weiterentwicklung richtungweisender Produkte.
02.05.06 - No compromises in bulk solids level measurement with radar sensor VEGAPULS 68
No compromises in bulk solids level measurement with radar sensor VEGAPULS 68 In applications for continuous level measurement of bulk solids, compromises often had to be accepted until recently. Dust, filling noise, mechanical loads and difficult installation conditions hampered measurement or even made it impossible.
18.04.06 - VEGAFLEX 63 for hygienic applications and corrosive media
VEGAFLEX 63 for hygienic applications and corrosive media With VEGAFLEX 63 the plics instrument family now has a member that is particularly suitable for continuous level measurement in hygiene applications as well as corrosive and aggressive media.
19.04.06 - VEGASWING Series 60 – level detection for safety related systems
VEGASWING Series 60 – level detection for safety related systems A regular functional test of the safety or protection function is mandatory in many plants. In safety instrumented systems with single-channel architecture the sensors od the series VEGASWING 60 are qualified for use up to SIL 2, in systems with 2-channel architecture up to SIL 3.
30.03.06 - New radar sensor for standard measurement tasks – VEGAPULS 61
New radar sensor for standard measurement tasks – VEGAPULS 61 VEGA Grieshaber KG, market leader in the area of radar level measurement, now introduces a new instrument version that was specially developed for standard measurement tasks.
12.10.05 - On the death of Bruno Grieshaber
On the death of Bruno Grieshaber We mourn the loss of our company founder Bruno Grieshaber, who died after a short, serious illness on October 7th, 2005.
09.09.05 - No compromises in bulk solids level measurement
No compromises in bulk solids level measurement Since their introduction, the new VEGAPULS 68 radar sensors have proven themselves in many applications worldwide and have exceeded all expectations with regard to potential new areas of application.
20.05.05 - Level measurement in the bleaching tower with VEGAPULS 68 radar sensor
Level measurement in the bleaching tower with VEGAPULS 68 radar sensor A number of different measuring principles are implemented for level measurement in the bleaching tower. But high pulp density, material cones, build-up or high temperatures create difficult measuring conditions and bring ultrasonic, hydrostatic, guided microwave and even radar instruments close to their limits.
07.03.05 - Radar sensor VEGAPULS 68 achieves breakthrough in bulk solids measurement
Radar sensor VEGAPULS 68 achieves breakthrough in bulk solids measurement Radar has become widely accepted as the standard measuring technology for reliable measurement of liquids. This non-contacting measuring principle combines reliability with easy handling in widely varying applications.
31.03.04 - VEGA Grieshaber KG – Expert in level, switching and pressure measurement technology
VEGA Grieshaber KG – Expert in level, switching and pressure measurement technology VEGA Grieshaber KG is a world-leading supplier of level, switching and pressure instrumentation. On its journey to achieve this strong position, the company always had one basic objective: the development of innovative, trend-setting products.
04.03.05 - VEGA’s 100,000th radar measuring instrument delivered to HOLCIM
VEGA’s 100,000th radar measuring instrument delivered to HOLCIM In November 2004, there was good reason to celebrate at VEGA Grieshaber KG: the company produced its 100,000th radar measuring instrument.
22.12.04 - New release of the successful, universal FDT adjustment tool PACTware 3.0
<STRONG>New release of the successful, universal FDT adjustment tool PACTware 3.0</STRONG> The new version 3.0 of PACTware, the open, manufacturer- and fieldbus-independent adjustment tool is available since December.
08.12.04 - Local and remote measured value detection with VEGASCAN 693
<STRONG>Local and remote measured value detection with VEGASCAN 693</STRONG> The new VEGASCAN 693 is a data collector for recording and transmitting the measured values of up to 15 HART sensors via Ethernet and telephone networks.
25.10.04 - Users enthusiastic about new VEGAPULS 68 radar for solids.
<STRONG>Users enthusiastic about new VEGAPULS 68 radar for solids.</STRONG> Around the middle of the year VEGA Grieshaber KG introduced VEGAPULS 68, the first radar sensor specially developed for applications with solids. In the meantime, there are over 1000 of these sensors in operation worldwide.
21.09.04 - Effective level measurement for large tanks with space-saving multisensor flange
Effective level measurement for large tanks with space-saving multisensor flange The sensor program plics from VEGA offers a uniform housing, indication and adjustment concept for all level and pressure sensors. plics makes everything easier - from cost saving, right through to selecting, mounting and setup.
21.09.04 - Satellite technology for radar level measurement
Satellite technology for radar level measurement VEGA Grieshaber KG introduces a new antenna system for level measurement with radar sensors.
07.09.04 - Measuring levels in cargo tanks – taking measurement technology straight to the flange
Measuring levels in cargo tanks – taking measurement technology straight to the flange Using the smallest radar sensor for level measurement in the world, a complete cargo measuring system can be mounted on a flange – the so-called OCS flange.
07.09.04 - VEGA Grieshaber KG – Expert in level, switching and pressure measurement technology
VEGA Grieshaber KG – Expert in level, switching and pressure measurement technology VEGA offers a vast array of solutions for the shipbuilding industry. Customers are shipyards and their customers, as well as shipping companies.
08.06.04 - NEW VEGACAP series 60 - reliable level switches for solids and liquids
NEW VEGACAP series 60 - reliable level switches for solids and liquids The capacitive and admittance level switch range VEGACAP 60, is added as a member of the plics-family, rounding off VEGA's development program for all ranges to share the plics-system.
28.05.04 - VEGABAR 54 for the paper industry: new pressure transmitter with small, front-flush ceramic
VEGABAR 54 for the paper industry: new pressure transmitter with small, front-flush ceramic VEGABAR 54 for the paper industry: new pressure transmitter with small, front-flush ceramic.
26.05.04 - VEGAVIB series 60 – level detection in solids
VEGAVIB series 60 – level detection in solids The vibrating level switches of VEGAVIB series are universal level switches for applications in all solids.
26.05.04 - VEGAMET 624/625 – universal signal conditioning instruments for 4 ... 20 mA/HART sensors
VEGAMET 624/625 – universal signal conditioning instruments for 4 ... 20 mA/HART sensors VEGAMET 624 and 625 represent VEGA’s new generation of indication and signal conditioning instruments.
16.04.04 - Some like it really hot – level measurement up to 250°C with VEGAFLEX 66
Some like it really hot – level measurement up to 250°C with VEGAFLEX 66 Thanks to the new sensor VEGAFLEX 66, VEGA is able to measure higher temperature and pressure ranges with the guided microwave.
09.03.04 - Interface Measurement with guided microwave - VEGAFLEX 67
Interface Measurement with guided microwave - VEGAFLEX 67 VEGA Grieshaber KG is proud to introduce another effective and capable member of the plics instrument family. The level sensor VEGAFLEX 67 operates according to the guided microwave (TDR) principle.
09.03.04 - New radar sensor for solids - VEGAPULS 68
New radar sensor for solids - VEGAPULS 68 VEGA Grieshaber KG is proud to introduce its latest innovation in radar technology, designed specifically for the solids industry - the VEGAPULS 68. Once again, VEGA sets the standard for level measurement using the radar technique.
06.02.04 - The new VEGASWING 51 low price, high performance
The new VEGASWING 51 low price, high performance Do you need level detection in pipelines or narrow installation conditions? The vibrating level switch VEGASWING 51 is your solution: small design, economic price and effective performance.
13.11.03 - plics ultrasonic sensors – easy non-contact level measurement with VEGASON 60
plics ultrasonic sensors – easy non-contact level measurement with VEGASON 60 The plics-family includes VEGASON 60 ultrasonic sensors.
The compact VEGASON 60 series sensors are the latest development from VEGA. They combine the latest signal processing technology with our know how based on over 25 years experience in ultrasonic level measurement.
30.04.03 - VEGAPULS 60 – the smallest radar sensor in the world
VEGAPULS 60 – the smallest radar sensor in the world VEGA’s market leading pulse technology moves into its third generation with the radar sensors of the VEGAPULS 60 series. Our know-how is based on over 12 years experience in radar level measurement technology; more than 60.000 successful installations worldwide have supported and influenced our development of new two-wire radar sensors. VEGAPULS 60 – a sector leading, high performance, ultra-compact radar sensor for level measurement worldwide is the result.
06.02.03 - plics – The modular building block system for level measurement, switching and pressure
plics – The modular building block system for level measurement, switching and pressure In 1997 VEGA Grieshaber KG from Schiltach revolutionised the level measurement market with the first radar sensor in two-wire technology. This year, the company introduces the completely new instrument concept, plics. This modular building block system totally unifies the physical measuring principles of level measurement, switching and pressure.
06.02.03 - PLICSCOM – The easy combination of measured value display and instrument operation
PLICSCOM – The easy combination of measured value display and instrument operation The instrument concept plics unifies the most important physical measuring principles in the sectors of level measurement, switching and pressure. PLICSCOM, is the continuation of the plics-idea and of course can be used universally. Unaffected by the measuring principle or the housing version, PLICSCOM goes with any plics-instrument.
06.02.03 - plics always fits – The universal VEGAFLEX 60
plics always fits – The universal VEGAFLEX 60 The guided microwave (TDR) is one of the most universal measuring principles for continuous level measurement. A microwave impulse is emitted along a rod or cable and reflected back by the product surface. The level is calculated by means of the pulse running time.
06.02.03 - plics for pressure measurement – VEGABAR instrument series
plics for pressure measurement – VEGABAR instrument series The new VEGABAR 50 and 60 series offer solutions for pressure measurement in all industries including the paper, food, chemical processing and pharmaceutical industries, water/waste water as well as in marine and offshore applications.
06.02.03 - plics and PACTware – The ideal combination for best results
plics and PACTware – The ideal combination for best results VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany is proud to introduce plics; a completely new instrument concept. The modular building block system unifies the most important physical measuring principles of level measurement, switching and pressure.