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PG301a
Issue Date: 11th November 2008
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Hall effect position sensor gives maximum performance in extreme motorsport environments
Christchurch - 11 November 2008 - Penny + Giles, designer and manufacturer of high precision position sensors, will be launching a new rotary position sensor, SRH280P, designed especially for the motorsport industry. The sensor incorporates a factory programmable Hall effect rotary sensor to provide reliable and accurate rotary measurement in extreme motorsport environments, such as steering position monitoring and suspension. . . /continued

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PG314
Issue Date: 8th October 2008
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CURTISS-WRIGHT CONTROLS, INC. ACQUIRES MECHETRONICS LTD
Adds OEM solenoid design and manufacturing capabilities
CHARLOTTE, N.C., - Oct. 8, 2008 - Curtiss-Wright Controls, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Mechetronics Ltd for $2.8 million. . . /continued

PG225
Issue Date: 11th September 2008
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New generation rugged and configurable rotary position sensor
(Christchurch, UK) 11th September 2008 - Penny + Giles, designer and manufacturer of high precision position sensors, has launched its most configurable rotary sensor, the SRH500P.. . . /continued

PG291
Issue Date: 6th August 2008
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Penny + Giles launches new Universal Conditioning Module for inductive transducers
Penny + Giles, designer and manufacturer of high precision position sensors, has launched a new Universal Conditioning Module (UCM) that provides reliable signal conditioning for a wide range of analogue inductive transducer types. . . /continued

PG131
Issue Date: 13th February 2008
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New in-cylinder transducer offers reliable position sensing
Penny + Giles has launched a new in-cylinder linear displacement transducer for small bore mobile and static hydro-pneumatic actuators. The ICT050 provides reliable, fit-and-forget position sensing of the cylinder rod in actuators with strokes up to 500mm. It is a robust, non-contact transducer that works on an inductive coil principle, with virtually infinite resolution and is capable of withstanding temperatures up to 200°C and working pressures up to 500Bar. . . /continued

PG249
Issue Date: 10th January 2008
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Stand No. E418, Hall 19
Autosport International, Birmingham, UK
10-11 January 2008
Hall effect position sensors for extreme motorsport environments
Penny + Giles will be exhibiting its new sealed linear contactless sensor for the motorsport market, the SLH100, at Autosport International, stand E418. Also on display will be the company’s popular range of non-contact SRH280 sealed rotary sensors, which will shortly include a new version that operates from a low 5Vdc regulated supply and will also have programmable features. . . /continued

PG249a
Issue Date: 10th January 2008
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Penny + Giles’ sensor range gains FIA homologation for 2008 Formula 1 ECU
Penny + Giles has announced that its linear position sensors (four and five-wire LVDTs) and rotary position sensors (conductive plastic potentiometers) have been homologated by the FIA and approved for use with the Formula 1 standard electronics control unit (ECU) . . . /continued

PG251
Issue Date: 28th November 2007
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New brochure offers wide range of joysticks for industrial applications
Designer and manufacturer of high precision joysticks, Penny + Giles, has launched a new Finger operated joystick controllers brochure. Complete with technical information, including a designers’ guide for ordering and installation, the free brochure is available in print and online. It is user-friendly and offers information about an extensive range of products for precision control of critical functions in a wide range of industrial applications. . . /continued

PG248
Issue Date: 13th November 2007
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Hall 13, Stand no. 13F32
Agritechnica 2007, Hanover, Germany
13 – 17 November 2007
New joystick options for ‘put and stay’ operation
Penny + Giles will be exhibiting its new single axis friction-hold version of its popular, robust multi-axis joystick JC6000 at Agritechnica 2007, Hall 13, Stand 13F32. A prototype of the company’s new ICT050, in-cylinder linear displacement transducer for small bore mobile and static hydro-pneumatic actuators will also be on display. . . /continued
Halle 13, Stand Nr. 13F32
Agritechnika 2007, Hannover, Deutschland
13 – 17 November 2007
Neue Joystickoption für ‘put-and-stay’ Operation
Penny + Giles präsentiert auf der Agritechnika 2007, Halle 13, Stand 13F32 die neue einachsige Reibbremsen-Version des robusten Mehrachsen-Joysticks JC6000. Ferner wird ein Prototyp des neuen linearen Zylindersensors ICT050 für mobile und stationäre hydropneumatische Zylinder mit kleinem Durchmesser gezeigt. . . /continue

PG247
Issue Date: 6th November 2007
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Stand No. 9047
Professional Motorsport World Expo, Cologne, Germany
6 – 8 November 2007
Hall effect linear position sensor for extreme motorsport environments
Penny + Giles will be exhibiting its new sealed linear contactless sensor for the motorsport market, the SLH100, at Professional Motorsport World Expo, stand 9047. Also on display will be the company’s popular range of non-contact SRH280 sealed rotary sensors, which will shortly include a new version that operates from a low 5Vdc regulated supply and will also have programmable features. . . /continued
Stand Nr. 9047
Professional Motorsport World Expo, Köln, Deutschland
6 – 8 November 2007
Hall-Effekt Positionssensoren für extreme Motorsport-Umgebungsbedingungen
Penny + Giles präsentiert auf der Professional Motorsport World Expo am Stand 9047 den neuen abgedichteten, Linearsensor SLH100 für Motorsport¬anwendungen. Daneben wird die bekannte kontaktlose Baureihe abgedichteter Winkelsensoren SRH280 ausgestellt, die demnächst in einer neuen Version mit niedriger geregelter Versorgungsspannung von 5Vdc und programmierbaren Funktionen lieferbar ist. . . /continue

PG221
Issue Date: 27th September 2007
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Friction-hold joystick offers ‘put and stay’ operation
New from Penny + Giles is a single axis friction-hold version of its popular, robust multi-axis joystick JC6000. The new option is aimed at manufacturers of construction equipment and other off-road vehicles that need high manoeuvrability control such as earth compactors and asphalt rollers. . . /continued

PG246
Issue Date: 20th August 2007
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Hall effect linear position sensor for extreme motorsport environments
Penny + Giles has launched a new sealed linear contactless sensor for the motorsport market, the SLH100. The robust sensor has been designed to provide cost-effective precision position sensing using the proven contactless Hall effect principle. This ensures reliable and accurate measurement in extreme motorsport environments. . . /continued

PG164
Issue Date: 25th July 2007
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New tilt sensor from Penny + Giles offers high performance
in a compact, robust, low-power package
Penny + Giles, the position sensor specialist, has launched a new ±60° tilt measurement sensor. The compact STT280, which is priced competitively, features low power consumption and a rugged, IP68 sealed housing, making it ideal for construction industry, off-road vehicle and access platform applications. . . /continued

PG191
Issue Date: 26th June2007
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New sensor signal conditioning module costs less than £35
Penny + Giles has launched a new high-performance, low-cost, sensor signal conditioning module for any sensor that produces a 0-5Vdc output signal. The SSC unit, which retails in the UK for less than £35 for OEM quantities, is housed in an IP68 rated rugged metal enclosure and is suitable for OEMs wanting to convert sensor output voltage signals to a 4-20mA current signal . . /continued

PG203a
Issue Date: 4th June 2007
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Penny + Giles announces IP68 sealed rating for its rotary sensor
Penny + Giles has announced that its SRS280 rotary sensor for the motorsport industry has achieved an IP68 sealed rating. The rugged sensor, which is used for reliable position monitoring of fuel control systems, suspension, steering angle, throttle and gear position, is now totally protected against the ingress of water, dust and dirt. As a result it delivers accurate measurements in the most extreme track conditions. . . /continued
Penny + Giles announces IP68 sealed rating for its rotary sensor
Penny + Giles has announced that its SRS280 rotary sensor has achieved an IP68 sealed rating for operation in harsh environments. The rugged sensor, which is used for reliable position measurement in industrial applications, such as valve position monitoring, is now totally protected against the ingress of water, dust and dirt. . . /continue

PG180
Issue Date: 10th April 2007
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Latest World Touring Car and Le Mans prototype use Penny + Giles sealed rotary sensors for precise measurement of gearbox position
Penny + Giles is supplying its SRS280 rotary position sensors to Ray Mallock Ltd (RML) a motorsport and automotive technology company that provides bespoke design, engineering and manufacturing solutions. The Northamptonshire-based company is using the sensors on its MG Lola LMP2 and Chevrolet Lacetti World Touring Car models for the precise measurement of gearbox position: essential for peak performance. . . /continued

PG194
Issue Date: 15th February 2007
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New metal housing option for electronics module
Penny + Giles has launched a new metal enclosure option for its electronics module, EICT-M. . . /continued

PG193
Issue Date: 15th February 2007
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New sealed linear transducer for rugged industrial applications
Penny + Giles has launched a new contactless sealed linear transducer that provides reliable, fit-and-forget position sensing for rugged industrial applications. . . /continued