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This section provides an overview for position sensors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 92 position sensor manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked position sensor companies as of December, 2024: 1.Variohm Eurosensor Ltd, 2.Sentech, Inc., 3.ABB E-mobility.
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Position Sensors are sensors used to detect and measure the location of an object or device.
They are used in a wide range of industrial applications such as automobiles, aircraft, and smartphones. They play a role in improving the operation and navigation of equipment by providing accurate location information.
Position Sensors are used in a wide range of applications from industrial machinery to everyday life.
Position Sensors are used in vending machines and ATM machines. They detect people standing in front of unattended equipment and control the on/off of the equipment's display. They also prevent theft of the equipment by detecting the tilt of the equipment.
Automatic doors are also useful in security. It is used from a security perspective to detect people and objects at automatic doors and, conversely, to detect trespassing in places where people should not be detected. From a security perspective, it may also be used for safe tilt detection.
Position Sensors are also used in parking lots. They are used to position pallets (parking spaces) in mechanical parking garages and as sensors in multilevel parking garages.
They are also used to detect when the bar of a circuit breaker at the exit of a parking lot cannot shut off because it has been hit by a car or other object.
Position Sensors use optical, magnetic, or other media to detect position.
Optical Position Sensors and Ultrasonic Position Sensors emit light or ultrasonic waves as a medium and detect reflections by objects to provide feedback. Capacitive Position Sensors, for example, detect inductance and provide feedback.
Position Sensors based on these principles are selected according to their characteristics, accuracy, and field of application. Reliable position information can also be obtained by combining multiple sensors; "inertial navigation systems" that combine GPS and inertial sensors are used to improve the accuracy and update speed of position information.
There are many different types of Position Sensors. Optical, magnetic, and ultrasonic types are typical examples.
Optical Position Sensors use optical methods to measure position. A common example is an encoder, a device that converts position information from rotational or linear motion into a digital signal. 3D positioning technology using image sensors is also widely used.
Magnetic Position Sensors detect position information by changes in magnetic fields. Hall effect sensors and magnetic inductive sensors are available and are suitable for use in environments where magnetic materials exist. They are characterized by their resistance to dirt and vibration.
Ultrasonic Position Sensors use sound waves to measure distance and position information. They are used in applications such as obstacle detection for robots and automobiles, and water level measurement.
Since a wide variety of Position Sensors are available on the market, it is necessary to select the right one based on the characteristics of each sensor.
The required accuracy of Position Sensors depends on the object to be measured and other factors. If high accuracy is required, optical or electrical sensors are suitable. On the other hand, if accuracy is not so important, magnetic or ultrasonic sensors may be the choice.
The suitable sensor also depends on the operating environment. Magnetic sensors are suitable for environments with a lot of dirt and vibration. If water or transparent objects need to be detected, ultrasonic sensors are appropriate.
The price range for Position Sensors varies depending on the type and performance. It is important to select the appropriate sensor for your budget. However, even inexpensive sensors may provide adequate performance with the appropriate settings and combinations.
Position measurements with 3D Position Sensors are utilized in Motion Tracking systems. Motion tracking is used in a wide range of fields, including sports and medical fields, and is also used in the fields of VR and computer graphics. Motion capture digitizes the movements of people and expresses the facial expressions and movements of characters.
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PHD Inc. was founded in 1957 and is a manufacturer of automation solutions based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States. The company manufactures various automation system products such as tri-axis tooling, rotary actuators, linear slides, blow molding, and tie rod cylinders. The products have been applied in various industries such as material handling equipment, stretch blow molding, aluminum, glass, and medical. The company has obtained the certificate of ISO 9001:2015 and complied to REACH and RoHS standards.
Sensoronix, Inc., founded in 2005 and headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, is a manufacturer of contactless magnetic sensors. The company’s product lineup includes variable reluctance speed sensors for detecting the direction and speed of an object, Hall effect speed sensors for providing precise speed measurements, and Hall effect proximity switch sensors for detecting the presence or absence of an object. It also offers Hall effect linear position sensors, and related accessories such as wall mounts. The company’s products are mainly used by manufacturers in the rail, defense, and aerospace industries.
Allegro MicroSystems, founded in 1990 and headquartered in Manchester, New Hampshire, is a fables manufacturer of sensor integrated circuits and application-specific analog power integrated circuits. Its diverse product portfolio includes sensors, regulators, and motor drivers used in several areas, including clean energy, automation, E-mobility, and computer markets. The company supports customers through its design and application centers located in South America, Asia, North America, and Europe. It went public in 2020, and its shares are traded on Nasdaq Global under ALGM. It ships over one billion units annually to support its more than 10,000 customers worldwide.
Moog Inc. was incorporated in 1951 and is headquartered in East Aurora, New York. The company designs manufactures and integrates precision motion and fluid controls and control systems for customers including OEMS in industries such as aerospace, defense, industrial machinery, motorsports, and construction. The company’s product offerings include both systems and components. Examples of systems include actuation systems, naval systems, turreted weapon systems, and space vehicles. Examples of components include manifolds, slip rings, actuators, and servo actuators.
Bourns, Inc. is a family-owned company founded in 1947 and currently headquartered in Riverside, California. Bourns is a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of electronic components for several industries including automotive, industrial, instrumentation, medical, consumer, and portable electronics. Bourns operates in 4 market segments: automotive, circuit protection, power conversion, and sensing. The automotive segment produces sensors for almost every use in vehicles including steering, stability, fuel management, and temperature control. Power conversion segment products are used in renewable energy and automotive power. Sensing products are also used in heavy equipment, medical equipment, and welding equipment.
Electro-Sensors, Inc. operates as a manufacturer of precision sensors and monitoring systems, established in 1968 and headquartered in Minnesota. The company specializes in providing products and services for industries such as industrial manufacturing, agriculture, and material handling.Its offerings include speed sensors, temperature sensors, and hazard monitoring systems. These products are used for precision monitoring and safety assurance, enhancing operational efficiency and safety measures in the industries it serves through its precision sensor and monitoring solutions.
Tekscan Inc. is a manufacturer of sensor technology products that was established in 1985 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. The company designs various products for force measurement, pressure mapping, and tactile sensing operations. These products include sensors used in touch-sensitive interfaces, medical devices for assessing gait or posture, and pressure visualization devices. The company also offers custom engineering services, and its products are both used by medical professionals such as dentists and podiatrists, and applied in robotics.
Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc. was founded in Mannheim, Germany in 1945 developing the forerunner of the proximity switch. Pepperl+Fuchs continues to develop proximity sensors as well as other industrial sensors including ultrasonic sensors, rotary encoders, positioning systems, display and signal processing, vibration monitoring, industrial communication, and signal processing as well as related accessories and software. Explosive protection products include safety barriers, surge protection, wireless solutions, HMI systems, power supplies, electrical explosion protection equipment, level measurement, and related software.
ifm efector (ifm) is a subsidiary of ifm electronic, founded in Germany in 1969. ifm has developed, manufactured and marketed sensors and controls technology to industries that include assembly and robotics, automotive, material handling, metal forming, mobile equipment, plastics, and food and beverage. Ifm produces sensors, condition monitoring equipment, image processing, safety technology, industrial communication, IO-link, systems for mobile machines, displays, software, connection technology, voltage supplies, as well as other accessories.
Control Products, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is a manufacturer of switching products and linear position sensors headquartered in East Hanover, New Jersey. The company's product portfolio includes intrinsic safety-rated sensors, momentary switches, and long-stroke sensors. These products are suitable to various industries' needs, including hydraulics and aerospace. The company operates several sales offices in America, Europe, and Australia to provide its product to both local and international markets. Its quality management system is certified with ISO 9001.
Motionics, LLC is a developer and manufacturer of software for wireless metrology that was established in Austin, Texas, USA, in 2011. The company offers devices for wireless power monitoring such as voltage probes and power clamps, and tools for wireless measurements of dimensional parameters, such as laser distance meters and bore gauges. It also offers software for diagnosing rotational machinery utilizing electrical signals or vibrations. The company’s products are mainly used by manufacturers of heavy machinery, machine tools, and precision instrumentation.
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (Vishay) was incorporated in 1962 and is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. The company serves the industrial, automotive, telecommunications, consumer products, and medical end markets and sells its products under numerous brand names inlcuding Siliconix, Draloric, Beyschlag, UltraSource, and Applied Thin-Film Products. The company manufactures and sells discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components in globally while operating in six market segments: MOSFETs, diodes, optoelectronic components, resistors, inductors, and capacitors.
Curtiss-Wright Industrial, one division of Curtiss-Wright, originally founded in 1929 with its headquarters in the USA, is an integrated manufacturer of precision-engineered products and systems. The company, which includes the legacy brands of Arens Controls, Penny & Giles, PG Drives Technology, and Williams Controls, primarily serves the aerospace, defense, and naval markets worldwide. Products include power electronics, motor controllers, joystick controls, and industrial sensors. With manufacturing facilities in the USA, the United Kingdom, China, and India, Curtiss-Wright Industrial also provides support services for critical applications and system overhauls.
Littlefuse was founded in 1927 and headquartered in the United States. Littlefuse is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company with customers globally. Littlefuse has products segments which are electronic, industrial, and transportation. Electronic segment products include fuses and fuse accessories, positive temperature coefficient resettable fuses, polymer electrostatic discharge suppressors, and varistors. Transportation products include blade, resettable, and high-current and high-voltage fuses, as well as battery cable protectors; fuses, switches, relays, circuit breakers, and power distribution modules. The Industrial segment offerings include contactors, transformers, and temperature sensors for use in renewable energy and energy storage systems, electric vehicle infrastructure, HVAC systems.
Airpot is an American ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of pneumatic industrial products that was established in Norwalk, Connecticut in 1957. The company primarily produces air cylinders for providing linear motion, air dashpots for providing precise motion control, and snubbers that function as a cushioning medium for shock protection. It also offers custom manufacturing services for unique client projects. The company chiefly serves the aerospace, industrial processing, and scientific R&D sectors. Its notable clients include the European Council for Nuclear Research (CERN) and Fresenius.
Turck, Inc., established in 1965 and located in Mülheim, Germany, serves as a manufacturer of industrial automation solutions designed to enhance productivity and accuracy in the logistics field. The company's product portfolio includes sensors, power supplies, industrial controls, field logic controllers, and interface technology. Its products are utilized in the automotive, pharmaceutical, packaging, energy, and chemical industries. These products offer consistent automation, safety, and efficiency in oil and gas plants. Also, the company provides technical expertise and customized customer services.
American Technical Ceramics, founded in South Caroline, USA, in 1986 is a manufacturer of electronic components, including capacitors, inductors, and filters. The company's product portfolio includes resistors, couplers, diodes, and circuit protection devices, as well as a range of control, connectors and antenna solutions. Their products are used in markets such as Automotive and Transportation, Telecommunications, Industrial Automation, Healthcare and Medical Devices and Aerospace and Defense. The company also provides services including national distribution, product selection, customized services, technical support and customer service.
Honeywell International Inc. was founded in 1885 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Honeywell is a diversified technology and manufacturing company to global customers in many industries such as aerospace, building technologies, performance materials, manufacturing, and safety. Honeywell produces hardware and software solutions for each industry it serves. In building technologies, Honeywell designs access controls, electrical and wiring, fire life safety, and employee training services. In aerospace, Honeywell designs cockpit systems and displays, engines, cabin management and cleaning, and health and usage monitoring.
Sensata Technologies was originally founded in 1916 as General Plate Company and is now headquartered in Attleboro, Massachusetts. The company is a developer, manufacturer, and seller of sensors and sensor-rich solutions, electrical protection components, and other products used in automotive, industrial, energy, telecom, and construction industries. The company has 20 product categories including force sensors, tire management solutions, inverters & charges, and pressure sensors.The company’s next generation of products are designed to improve the efficiency of industrial pumps, fuel efficiency in ICE cars and energy efficiency in TVs, and facilitate usage of IoT devices.
Alliance Sensors Group is a Pennsauken, New Jersey-based U.S. manufacturer of industrial sensors established in 2012 as a division of H. G. Schaevitz LLC. The company's product portfolio includes linear, rotary, and angular sensors, temperature sensing products, and hydraulic sensor instrumentation for precision positioning operations. It also offers sensor mounting accessories such as clamps, flanges, and brackets. The company produces custom sensors for clients with unique project parameters, as well as for OEMs in the power generation, civil engineering, subsea/marine, and automation sectors.
Clairex Semiconductor, established in 2017, and located in Plano, Texas, is a manufacturer that specializes in design and produces optoelectronic components. The company offers a range of products related to optoelectronics, including IREDs, LEDs, photodiodes, and phototransistors. It also offers both custom-designed and standard optoelectronic components. Its products emit radiation from the junction at wavelengths dependent on the bandgap energy of the dopants used in the processing. Its products are suitable for use in commercial, medical, and military.
Smith Systems, Inc. was founded in the 1980s and is headquartered in Brevard North Carolina. The company is a manufacturer of speed sensors, motion sensors, temperature sensors, as well as instrumentation and cable harnessing devices for industries such as aerospace, military, and rail industries. The company also offers custom manufactured products, per customer demands, both for quality control purposes and for OEM qualification. Potential design configurations include capabilities unique to railroad or aerospace applications including track sensing, angle sensing, and tolerance to extreme conditions.
Rochester Electronics, LLC is a manufacturer stocking distributor of end-of-life semiconductors and the broadest range of active semiconductors that is headquartered in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and was founded in 1981. The company caters to manufacturing services ranging from design, wafer processing, testing, reliability, and IP Archiving. These specifically include OCM, build-to-order products, process flows, and standard packaging creation. The company pivots on manufacturing and distributing semiconductors that are no longer produced by its original manufacturer.
Kaman Sensors & Measuring Systems, headquartered in Middletown and established in 1945, is a supplier of sensors and measuring systems. Specializing in motion sensing and non-contact measurement technologies, they serve aerospace and industrial manufacturing. Offering products for applications, they provide precise measurement solutions. The product lineup is complemented by a selection of general-purpose sensors, application-specific sensors, and extreme environment sensors engineered to endure demanding conditions such as low temperature, and high temperature environments. Notably, Kaman differentiates itself through advanced technologies like the digiVIT digital variable impedance transducer. Featuring a self-tuning bridge, it enables compatibility with different sensors and conductive targets.
Marposs S.p.A. is headquartered in Bentivoglio, Italy. The company serves industries such asa aerospace, semiconductors, machine tooling, and biomedical as a manufacturer and as a service provider. The company’s products vary by industry but include tools for gauging, profiling, and monitoring, as well as data management systems and machines for testing and automation. The company’s services include after sales service, customer training, original spare parts, retrofit and upgrade of existing machinery, and project management consulting services.
Renishaw is a British manufacturer and supplier of engineering technology products and solutions established in 1973 and based in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. The company primarily produces equipment for metrology, spectroscopy, and healthcare, including coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), dental scanners, and Raman spectrometers. They also offer long-term support services, such as calibration, refurbishment, repair, and upgrades. Renishaw has more than 5,000 employees across its network of subsidiaries and sales offices in over 36 countries.
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, founded in 1915 in Germany, is a manufacturer and supplier of switches and sensors. Their product range includes a wide variety of switches and sensors used in automotive and industrial applications, such as automotive sensors, position sensors, and safety switches. ZF's switches and sensors play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of vehicles and industrial machinery. With a rich history of technological expertise and a global existence, ZF is poised to deliver great solutions that meet the highest quality standards and customer requirements.
MultiDimension Technology (MDT) is a manufacturer of magnetic sensors founded in 2010 and headquartered in Zhangjiagang Free Trade Zone, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China. The company produces a series of Sensor ICs and Sensor modules such as Anisotropic MagnetoResistance (AMR), Giant MagnetoResistance (GMR), and Tunneling MagnetoResistance (TMR) that are used in the technical field of magnetoresistive transducers for measuring magnetic field and other parameters. They also offer magnetic device wafer fabrication along with designing and testing features enabling MDT to provide solutions for a wide range of applications in the magnetic sensor market.
HEIDENHAIN, founded in 1889 and headquartered in Traunreut, Germany, is a manufacturer of precision measurement and control equipment. Specializing in industries requiring precise solutions, the company offers rotary and linear encoders, digital readouts, touch probes, and motion controllers. These products serve sectors like manufacturing, electronics, and aerospace, ensuring enhanced precision and efficiency. The company holds ISO 9001 certification and is an EMAS-certified company, thereby meeting the demanding, globally recognized environmental certification standards of the European Union.
Gefran is an Italian manufacturer of industrial process automation systems that was founded in Provaglio d'Iseo, Brescia in 1960. The company produces regulatory drives and inverters, various sensors, and automation components such as programmers and controllers. It also offers tailor made systems for specific industrial processes, including thermoforming, injection molding, and extrusion. Gefran products are primarily used in factory automation, as well as by clients in the metalworking, plastics, material handling, and food processing sectors.
steute Technologies GmbH & Co. KG founded in Löhne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, in 1961, is a manufacturer of electrical sensors and control units. The company manufactures foot switches, optical sensors, magnetic sensors, command devices, and wireless receivers. It has subsidiaries in 11 countries around the world, and sales and service partners in a further 30. At the end of 2012, the company opened a production plant in Shanghai, China and it also employs 450 people worldwide.
elobau Elektrobauelemente GmbH & Co., founded in 1972 with headquarters in Germany, is a manufacturer of contactless sensor technology, operator controls, machine safety, and level measurement. The company's products include multi-axis joysticks, multi-function handles, push buttons, sensor components, and continuous level measurement. elobau’s products are used in both mobile (off-highway) and industrial applications. The company’s products can be found in aircraft, off-road vehicles, agricultural machinery, and industrial machinery. elobau Elektrobauelemente GmbH & Co. has been carbon neutral since 2010.
Adeunis is a manufacturer and developer of wireless technology products and related devices originally established in 1996 and headquartered in Crolles, France. The company specializes in products designed to work within the Internet of Things (IoT) B2B sectors. These include various sensors, modems, and applications for consolidating system controls and optimizing organization. It also offers system setup tools and services such as personnel training and consultation. The company’s products chiefly serve clients involved in the construction and design of smart cities and environments.
Elap SRL, founded in 1968 and headquartered in Corsico, Italy, is an industrial automation control equipment and component developer, manufacturer, and supplier. The company offers a range of preset counters, visualizers, and positioning sensors, including incremental and absolute rotary encoders, linear and rotary potentiometers, and PLC controllers. It is also the exclusive retailer for automation equipment from a number of international manufacturers, including Althen industrial joysticks, Shinkawa monitoring systems, and Wilcoxon vibration sensors.
Gill Sensors & Controls Limited, established in 1987 and headquartered in Lymington, England, is a manufacturer of measurement sensors and gas engine controls. The company designs and manufactures measurement sensors, relied upon to inform and control processes used across diverse industries, including defence, marine and manufacturing industry. Its range encompasses specialist level sensing, position sensors and engine control products for the process control. It also manufactures a range of ultrasonic anemometers and weather stations. The company's accreditations include ISO certifications for quality and environmental, and CSA certificate of compliance.
Magnetbau Schramme GmbH & Co. KG, founded in 1975, is a manufacturer based in Deggenhausertal, Germany, producing actuators, electromagnets (solenoids), and hydraulic valves. The company’s product lineup includes a range of electromagnets (solenoids), including linear and proportional solenoids, utilized in industries such as automotive, mobile hydraulics, and conveyor technology. It also offers individual solenoid valves, such as proportional and flow control valves, commonly applied in the food industry, medical technology, and heating and air conditioning systems. Sensors with proportional solenoids and measuring systems are also part of its portfolio, integrated into position-measuring systems for cranes, press machines, and metal processing equipment.
Located in Austria and Germany, Ams-Osram is a sensor design and manufacturing company that specializes in compact form factors, low power, high sensitivity, and multi-sensor applications. They were established in 1981 and were formerly known as austriamicrosystems AG. In 2012 it changed its name to ams AG. They have a technology portfolio for sensing, lighting, and visualization, ranging from light emitters and optical components to micro-modules, integrated circuits, and related software. Their work develops technology for use in the consumer, industrial, medical, and automotive sectors.
Fiama, established in 1913 and headquartered in Parma, Italy, is a manufacturer of the market mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical measurement and control instrumentation. The company offers a range of products, including measurement, control instrumentation, and position indicators. It also provides handwheel indicators, rotary encoders, and more. Its product is suitable for reducing speed and increasing torque. Moreover, the company has achieved UNI EN ISO 9001 certification. Its products are mainly intended for manufacturing machinery for the food, packaging, wood, glass, and ceramic industries.
ELGO ELECTRONIC GmbH & Co. KG is a German manufacturer specializing in magnetic measuring and positioning systems that was founded in 1978 in Rielasingen-Worblingen, Baden-Württemberg. The company produces precision equipment for absolute or incremental linear and angle measurement, single or multi-axis positioning controls, and battery-powered position indicators. It also offers rotary encoders and display systems, along with maintenance or repair, troubleshooting, and commissioning services. The company’s products are chiefly used in mobile and facility automation operations, with additional applications in the medical or laboratory equipment manufacturing, engineering, and renewable energy sectors.
Reventec, situated in Wiltshire, UK, manufacturer tailor-made programmable sensors for challenging environments, notably in top-tier motorsports, automotive, and military domains. The company provides a mechanical and electronic design consultancy, while the emphasis centers on crafting customized, low-quantity sensor solutions, enabling swift responses to time-sensitive projects. Reventec stands as a trusted ally to Formula 1 and America’s Cup teams, their sensors gaining worldwide acclaim. The Salisbury facility houses manufacturing, R&D, and design, ensuring seamless transitions from CAD to production. Reventec serves motorsport, defense, UAV, industrial automation, robotics, and automotive sectors with unmatched agility and expertise.
ELA Innovation S.A., founded in 2000, is a French manufacturer headquartered in Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon, developing radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. Supported by representative offices in the United States and Singapore, the company manufactures autonomous beacons, sensors, and tags utilizing Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Quuppa angle of arrival (AOA) detection technology, and Wirepas Mesh. Its product range includes Bluetooth beacons, tracking tags, and passive infrared (PIR) sensors. These products find applications in various sectors, such as healthcare, smart buildings and construction sites, as well as Industry 4.0 production lines and logistic platforms. The company also provides services such as Bluetooth feature customization.
ALPS ALPINE CO., established in 1948, is a manufacturer and supplier of sensors＆communication, modules＆systems, and components based in Tokyo, Japan. The company serves the energy, healthcare, automotive, mobile, and consumer electronics domains, where they combine and build on core device technology, including human-machine interfaces, SENSORING™, and connectivity. For example, in the healthcare industry, they supply components for medical equipment, including control switches, sensors, lenses, and joysticks, and the Senclear™ Microfluidic Devices for drug discovery and development. Their power conversion modules, current sensors inverters, and converters are used in the energy industry in storage batteries, solar power systems, and electric vehicle charging systems.
Vitesco Technologies GmbH, established in 2021 and headquartered in Regensburg, Germany, is a manufacturer specializing in automotive components and systems. Its product portfolio encompasses drivetrain systems like transmissions, clutches, and differentials, along with electric powertrains comprising electric motors, inverters, and battery management systems. The company also offers an array of sensors and actuators such as throttle position sensors, mass air flow sensors, and fuel injectors, along with electronic control units like engine control units and transmission control units. Its software solutions, including engine control and diagnostic software, cater to various automotive applications.
Melexis NV, founded in Brussels, in 1989 is a supplier of micro-electronic semiconductor solutions. The company's product portfolio includes Mixed Signal Integrated Circuits, Automotive Semiconductors, IC Sensors, Power ICs for Automotive Actuators, and Infrared Thermometers and sensors. The company serves markets including Automotive and Electric Vehicles, Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Electronics and IT Infrastructure. The company has a global distribution channel, a technical and customer support center and 18 offices worldwide.
Start Italia S.r.l., established in 1979 and based in Lugo, Ravenna, is a manufacturer specializing in mechanical and electronic control systems and industrial plants. The company's product portfolio is diverse and includes push-pull cables, traction cables, lateral controls, combined levers, and single and double levers, among others. These products have a wide array of applications in equipment used for gardening, agriculture, industrial cleaning, earthmoving, and transportation of both goods and individuals.
Aanderaa, established in 1966 and headquartered in Nesttun, Norway, is a manufacturer of sensors, instruments, and systems for measuring certain conditions. The company offers a range of products, including seaguard RCM/CTD, recording Doppler current profiler, and automatic weather stations. It also offers wave and tide stations, buoy systems, and SmartGuard. Its product provides accurate measurements of currents, waves, and water quality. The company has achieved ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certifications. It serves several industries such as environmental research, marine transportation, aquaculture, and more.
Optoi Srl, based in Trento, Italy, is manufacturer specializing in optical microelectronic components and smart optoelectronic sensors. Its product range encompasses optical components, position sensors, inertial sensors, level sensors, and integrated circuits. These components find utility in Industry 4.0, mobility, aerospace, biomedical sectors, and green solutions companies. The company has earned accolades including ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 6 cleanliness certification for its cleanroom, and a collaboration with the European Space Agency for manufacturing satellite sensors and components.
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., established in 1953 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a manufacturer of sensors and emitters for both visible and invisible light. It stocks products like LEDs, lamps, and photodiodes used in several industries, including consumer electronics, dental imaging, and environmental monitoring. The sensor and light source components are also available as modules and units that can be incorporated into systems the company develops, like optical measurement systems or imaging systems. The ISO 9001-certified company stocks over 15,000 devices, units, and systems that ship to over 100 destinations worldwide, and it has ten research and production bases.
ASM was established in 1979 in Moosinning, Germany where they are known as a manufacturer of sensors. The company designs different types of sensors mainly Displacement sensors, Inclination sensors, and Angle sensors that have applications in fields where displacement, position, length, and distance has to be measured, tested, or monitored. They are used in Injection Molding machines, Power Plant construction, Vehicle testing, Powerlifters, and Portal cranes. In the medical industry, they are used for precise positioning for Tomography, mammography, OP tables, and patient couches.
Carlen Controls Inc., based out of Roanoke, VA, United States, is a manufacturer and supplier of powered milling tools and equipment. The company's products include pulse tachometers, multi-turn programmable absolute encoders, and distributed I/O for resolver and encoder applications in the steel mill environment. These products are used for controlling milling power, depending on the application and environmental conditions. Its services include repairs and replacement parts sales, and it also offers warranties on the products it sells. It also consults for custom requirements and provides individual custom products.
Rota Limited, headquartered in Manchester, UK, is a manufacturer of position transducers, level transmitters, and ex-connectors. The company offers a range of internal and external linear transducers, radial transducers, and position switches. These products are primarily used with hydraulic cylinders in challenging environments, including the oil and gas industry, mining, and agriculture. They are designed to withstand physical abuse, dust, and saltwater exposure. Rota Limited also supplies various interconnection solutions tailored for explosive environments, featuring certified connectors and cable assemblies.
Micro-Epsilon was originally founded in Osaka and Micro-Epsilon America was founded in 1998, headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Micro-Epsilon develops, manufactures, and distributes sensors to aerospace, battery production, glass production, wind power, precision optics, medical technology, transportation, semiconductor, and other industries. Micro-Epsilon’s sensor product categories include inductive, capacitive, laser, confocal, laser distance, magneto-inductive, draw-wire, rotation speed, color, paint thickness measurement, and fiber optic sensors in addition to interferometers and other sensor equipment.
Automated Precision Inc. (API), founded in 1987, is an American manufacturer based in Rockville, Maryland, providing laser-based dimensional metrology solutions. The company develops various products for industrial measurement and calibration. The company's measurement solutions include hemispherical scanners, laser trackers, and coordinate measurement machine (CMM) arms. Machine tool calibration and robotic calibration solutions, utilizing the RADIAN laser trackers, RoboCal software, and motorized active targets for small modular reactors (SMR), are also available. These products find applications across various industries, including automotive, energy, and transportation.
Festo Corporation, established in 1925 and headquartered in Esslingen, Germany, is a supplier of automation technology and technical education and is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ISO14001 certified. It has around 33,000 catalog products, customized components, and ready-to-install solutions, including grippers, motors, and sensors used in industrial and process automation. The company won the German Future Award in 2010 and serves 300,000 customers worldwide, while its education division provides training solutions for 56,000 industrial companies and educational institutions. It registered €3.81 billion in the 2022 financial year and is available in around 60 countries, with 2,600 patents worldwide.
Founded in 1890 in Missouri, Emerson Electric Co., is a technology and engineering company that provides various solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets globally. Business segments include automation solutions, AspenTech, and commercial & residential solutions segments. The Automation Solutions segment offers measurement and analytical instrumentation, industrial valves and equipment, and process control software and systems. The AspenTech segment provides asset optimization software for enhancing performance through a combination of modeling, simulation, and optimization capabilities. The Commercial & Residential Solutions segment offers residential and commercial HVAC products, system protector and flow control devices, and IoT thermostats.
AMETEK Factory Automation was established in 1985 in Clawson, MI, and is a manufacturer and developer of process position feedback solutions within linear and rotary position feedback. The portfolio includes analyzers, pressure sensors, level sensors, temperature sensors, flow sensors, and more. The company is operating its capacity to service architects, building owners, and contractors globally with operating units and offices in the US, Canada, Australia, Belgium, the UK, the Middle East, Mexico, and China, also sales in more than 50 countries. For all of the equipment it sells, the company offers installation support, startup services, and maintenance contracts.
Technoton, established in 2000 and based in Minsk, Belarus, is a manufacturer of automotive telematics and GPS tracking systems. The company produces products such as fuel level sensors, fuel and liquid flowmeters, contactless readers, telematics gateway, and axle load sensors. Besides this, it manufactures vehicle electronics for fuel monitoring and operating parameter analysis on highway trucks, commercial vehicles, diesel trains, tractors, and other construction and agricultural equipment. The company offers solutions for stationary units such as boilers, burners, diesel generators, and fuel storages and follows ISO 9001: 2015 standards to test the products for quality purposes.
Trans-Tek, Inc., established in 1967, based in Ellington, Connecticut, is a manufacturer of linear and angular displacement and linear velocity transducers. The company’s main products are Linear Sensors, based on LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer) technology. Services provided include finding the right position or velocity sensor to meet a customer’s demanding requirements, technical representatives to assist in problem solving, and various delivering needs. The company’s aim is to provide transducer products that measure to any tough sensing applications and delivery requirements.
Infineon Technologies AG (Infineon) is headquartered in Neubiberg, Germany. Infineon designs, develops, manufactures, and markets semiconductors and related system solutions worldwide. Infineon’s automotive segment produces microcontrollers, discrete power semiconductors, IGBT modules, industrial microcontrollers, power and radar sensor ICs, SiC diodes, MOSFETs voltage regulators, comfort electronics, infotainment, powertrain, and security products. Industrial Power Control segment provides bare dies, discrete IGBTs, and driver ICs among other components. Power & Sensor Systems segment offers gas and pressure sensors, MEMS microphone chips, control ICs, and GaN power switches among others.
Novotechnik U.S., Inc., established in 1987 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer of sensors, transducers, potentiometers, and accessories used in motion control. The company's products include industrial-grade rotary, linear, position, panel-mount, low-torque, and hollow-shaft sensors. Accessories include couplings, process monitors, signal conditioners, roller heads, and displays. Novotechnik U.S., Inc. serves the machine engineering, automotive, material handling, aerospace, and robotics industries, among others. The company's products meet VDA 6.1, AVSQ, and EAQF standards.
ABB E-mobility provides electric vehicle charging solutions for customers around the globe. ABB E-mobility offers DC fast chargers as well as AC chargers with focus on reliability and uptime. Since 2010, ABB E-mobility has sold over 50,000 DC fast chargers and over 1 million total AC chargers. ABB E-mobility offers home single and multi-charge units, retail, workplace, and hospitality charge units, electric vehicle fleet sales, as well as public transportation. Additionally, numerous digital solutions and software services are available.
SensoPart, Inc. was founded in 1994 and headquartered in Germany with US operations based out of Bingham Farms, Michigan. The ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing company serves the automotive, robotics, plastics, solar, and other industries with photoelectric sensors and image processing products. The company’s products include optical sensors, vision sensors, ultrasonic sensors, inductive sensors, and accessories. Together they are used in manufacturing detection & inspection, product identification, a diverse array of measuring tasks, product positioning, and color detection.
SCAIME S.A.S., founded in 1983 and headquartered in Juvigny, France, is a manufacturer of process weighing, measurement, and control solutions. The company offers comprehensive weighing components and solutions designed for manufacturing scales and the supervision of production processes. Its product line includes solutions for measuring strain, force, torque, and displacement, meeting the demands within the manufacturing sector. Its fiber-optic measurement systems are specifically engineered for monitoring structural integrity in critical environments. Servicing in more than 70 countries, the company collaborates with specialist partners and distributors, and its quality management system is evidenced by ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Sensel Measurement is an ISO 9001 certified French manufacturer and distributor of sensors as well as measurement electronics established in 1994 and based in Vincennes, Paris. The company's product lineup includes pressure sensors, load cells for various capacities, and displacement sensors for linear or angular positioning. It also offers various display units such as panel mount units with USB connection, multi-input data logger displays, and digital handheld displays. Aside from its products, the company provides after-sales maintenance services, product customization, personnel training, and technical support for clients needing additional assistance.
Klaschka Industrietechnik GmbH, founded in 1964 in Neuhausen, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, is a manufacturer and supplier of automation solutions. The company specializes in providing new conveyor systems, assembly lines, and automation components that enhance production processes across the automation of plant and machinery industries. Klaschka's products are integral to efficient material handling, assembly, and packaging operations. They are used in automotive, electronics, and medical device manufacturing, among others. With an objection to precision engineering and customer satisfaction solutions, Klaschka Industrietechnik GmbH aims to drive productivity and efficient operation for its clients, enabling them to meet the challenges of modern manufacturing.
TME France, established in 1981 and based in Signes, France is an ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of measurement systems for the industrial sector. The company offers electrical signal-emitting sensors in a range of physical sizes, pressure films for measuring pressure distribution, and force measurement systems for troubleshooting or optimization applications. It also offers temperature sensors, and linear as well as angular displacement sensors. The company chiefly serves clients in the automotive, aeronautics, and industrial research sectors.
Variohm Eurosensor Ltd was established in 1974 and is based in Towcester, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom as a manufacturer and supplier of sensor solutions. The product portfolio includes rotary position sensors, linear position sensors, pressure sensors, load cells, temperature sensors, encoders, inclinometers, and motorsports sensors, among others. The sensors and accessories offered by the company are vital components in measurement and feedback systems, enabling accurate and dependable sensing. The products are used in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, industrial, medical, and motorsport.
BERNSTEIN AG is a manufacturer and distributor of electromechanical components that was established in 1947 in Germany. The company manufactures switches and sensors that range from insulated and metal enclosed to foot switches and safety switchgear. They also provide enclosure technology that deals with the implementation of support systems for various applications such as using housing to accommodate electrical, electronic, or pneumatic components and load-bearing systems made of aluminum and stainless steel. They also offer safety solutions related to the operation of lifts and escalators that are placed in malls and airports
Gimatic S.r.l., founded in 1985 and based in Brescia, Italy, is a UNI EN ISO 9001 certified manufacturer and supplier of automation machinery, particularly End of Arm Tools (EOAT). The company's product range includes Rotary Units, Quick Changer, Profiles and Brackets, Grippers, and Linear Actuators. These tools are essential in various automation processes. Industries such as plastics, packaging, automotive, and general machinery frequently utilize them. In addition to its extensive product line, the company offers services such as consultation, product customization, power-saving solutions, and maintenance support.
EBE Elektro-Bau-Elemente GmbH (EBE sensors + motion), founded in 1950, is a manufacturer and supplier headquartered in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany, specializing in sensor and actuator technology. With manufacturing facilities in Rednitzhembach and Tettnang, the company offers a range of capacitive, inductive, and optical sensors. It also develops human-machine interface (HMI) components, including electromechanical and sensor-based encoders. It further manufactures mechatronics modules and control systems, alongside various solenoids. The company primarily serves original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) operating in the kitchen and canteen appliances, mobility, and medical engineering sectors.
weber Sensors GmbH, established in 1955 and based in Kollmar, Germany, is a manufacturer and distributor of sensors for monitoring and measuring liquid and gaseous media. The company's product portfolio includes power supply units, airflow meters, and inductive proximity switches. These products are used in various industries, including the transportation industry, renewable energy production, and mining. The company offers services including technical support, product catalogs, and on-site installation of its sensors at customers' sites. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified for its quality management system.
UBITO is an enterprise within the FRABA group, specializing in the development and marketing of Wiegand technologies for commercial and industrial use. The company serves as a concept incubator and markets Wiegand sensor products, such as fluid meters and multiturn rotary encoders. FRABA has a history dating back to 1918 and has played a significant role in the development of sensor products like rotary encoders and inclinometers. With subsidiaries in Europe, North America, and Asia, FRABA has a global reach and works with sales and distribution partners worldwide.
Richardson RFPD, based in Geneva, Illinois, is an electronic component distributor that became a subsidiary of Arrow Electronics in 2011. The company stocks products such as antennas, power supplies, and ICs, and its engineering team brings together over 600 years of combined design experience in IoT product development, wireless, and RF, making it competent from conception to production. The company is ISO 9001 certified and has three international distribution hubs in Asia, Europe, and North America. It sells products from several brands, including Advanced Thermal Solutions, Empower RF Systems Inc., and Carlisle Interconnect Technologies.
MFP Automation Engineering, founded in 1991 and based in Hudsonville, Michigan, is a manufacturer and distributor of fluid power, motion control, and automation products. It stocks products such as fire suppression systems, hydraulics, and connectors and has over 80,000 SKUs in inventory from brands like ACE, SKF, and Parker. It even has an on-site Parker store that stocks thousands of ready-to-go parts like servo motors and hose assemblies. The company is ISO 9001 certified and provides on-site installations, filtration analysis, and systems engineering services. Its CNC vertical machining centers range from five to twenty-five spindle horsepower.
PMC-STS Inc., founded in 1963 and based in Danbury, Connecticut, is a manufacturer of pressure, vacuum, and level sensor instruments for aerospace, motorsports, and water applications, among others. The company also provides customized solutions and products to meet challenging customer requirements. It is the first manufacturer offering flush-mounted transmitters for measuring in-process pulp in wastewater, paper, and other difficult fluid level and pressure measurements. In 2022, the company was acquired by Sensor Technik Sirnach AG to help penetrate the North American market further and benefit from both application and product expertise.
Shenzhen Shengyu Electronics Technology Ltd., founded in 2008 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, is an electric component distributor that is ISO 9001 certified. The company stocks several components, including switches, capacitors, and resistors, which it sources from multiple manufacturers like Seiko Instruments, Inc., Renesas Electronics America, and Nuvoton Technology Corporation America. Depending on the size and configuration of the customer’s components, the company provides a full range of packaging services. It accepts single or multiple-part quotations, and its website allows customers to search hundreds of products ranging from ICs to computer accessories.
ParkHelp Technologies was established in 2004 and is a distributor and supplier of parking guidance technology products and solutions based in West Hollywood, California, United States. The company offers products related to the parking guidance and management such as ultrasonic sensors, LPR cameras, digital guidance signs, dual loop car counters, and parking management software. The products and services have been applied in various industries such as corporate campus, shopping malls, medical centers, universities, and commercial uses. The company has experienced of working in various projects globally, such as Veldhoven parking garage, Prahran square, Shopping Bento Goncalves, Z-towers, and LA Metro.
POSITAL is a leading supplier of advanced industrial position sensors used in motion control and safety systems. The company is known for innovation in product design and manufacturing, as well as being a pioneer of Industry 4.0/IIoT. As a member of the FRABA group, POSITAL has a history dating back to 1918 and has played a significant role in the development of rotary encoders and other sensor products. POSITAL has a global presence with subsidiaries in Europe, North America, and Asia and works with sales and distribution partners worldwide.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Variohm Eurosensor Ltd |
3.9%
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| 2 | Sentech, Inc. |
3.9%
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| 3 | H. G. Schaevitz LLC Alliance Sensors Group |
3.2%
|
| 4 | ABB E-mobility |
3.2%
|
| 5 | Clairex Technologies, Inc. |
3.2%
|
| 6 | PHD Inc. |
2.6%
|
| 7 | SensoPart Inc. |
2.6%
|
| 8 | Smith Systems, Inc. |
2.6%
|
| 9 | ASM |
2.6%
|
| 10 | Sensata Technologies, Inc. |
2.6%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the position sensor page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
25 | 41.7% |
|
Germany
|
10 | 16.7% |
|
Italy
|
7 | 11.7% |
|
France
|
5 | 8.3% |
|
United Kingdom
|
4 | 6.7% |
|
Japan
|
4 | 6.7% |
|
China
|
2 | 3.3% |
|
Austria
|
1 | 1.7% |
|
Belgium
|
1 | 1.7% |
|
Norway
|
1 | 1.7% |
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