KPM Announces New Fiber Optic Sheet Break Detector
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KPM, Finland, a member of the ABB Group, has announced its new KB2 Fiber-Optic Sheet Break Detector, a new generation sheet break detector with the latest RGB/IR LED technology.
KPM notes that "many customers have already noticed the KB2‘s extremely reliable break detection in demanding applications, including open draws, against the felt or dryer can, in misty or foggy conditions and even in the press section of the paper machine." The reliability, the company explains, is achieved with fiber optic technology that eliminates electronics and light source from the extremely hot environment inside of the paper machine hood. The sensor has built-in redundancy and self-diagnostics to eliminate false breaks effectively.
The new KB2 model is versatile; with both RGB and IR light sources, it is suitable for all applications in paper and board machines. Startup is very fast and easy due to the simple setup and calibration procedures, KPM points out. The built-in air purge system keeps the sensor head clean from dust and other impurities in the paper machine, and guarantees 100% accurate break detection.
More information is available online.
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