Lumber Length Measurement in Sorting Lines Posted in: Length Measurement – Tags: Automation, Building Materials and Equipment, Lumber Timber and Wood Products
Last Updated: March 20, 2023
Laser Distance Sensors Measure Length Dimension for Sorting Lumber
Lumber mills are taking advantage of the high speed and high accuracy AR2000 sensor for sorting applications. As lumber is moved down the conveyor line, sensor length measurements are made on each board in less than two seconds. Direct interface with the PLC allows for the sorting process to be automated.
The AR2000 laser distance sensor is unique in the ability to measure to an absolute measurement accuracy of 1 mm and a measurement frequency of up to 100 Hz. The sensor is able to perform well in difficult, fast paced measuring environments. With standard 4-20mA output, Acuity AR2000 sensors are optimized for easy integration into industrial automation and measurement systems.
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