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High-temperature eddy current probes WSTH series for engine and aerospace test benches

28.07.2026 - With the WSTH series, WayCon is launching a range of non-contact eddy current probes specifically developed for harsh, high-temperature operating conditions, such as those found on engine test...[more]

Waterproof eddy current sensors for demanding industrial applications - WSTIP sensor series

Waterproof eddy current sensors for demanding industrial applications - WSTIP sensor series

07.07.2026 - Waterproof, non-contact, precise: WayCon’s WSTIP eddy current sensor series for measurements underwater and in damp industrial environments.[more]

Precision as a Key to Profitability: How WayCon’s Modern Sensor Technology Reduces Discard Rates in Global Foil Production

Precision as a Key to Profitability: How WayCon’s Modern Sensor Technology Reduces Discard Rates in Global Foil Production

26.03.2026 - The global market for synthetic foils is faced with enormous pressure to improve efficiency. With a projected market volume of over 100 million tons ... [more]

WayCon Positionsmesstechnik GmbH moves into new headquarters in Ottobrunn

WayCon Positionsmesstechnik GmbH relocated its headquarters to a new location on March 16, 2026. The company is now located at Siemensstraße 5 in 85521 Ottobrunn... [more]

The many faces of sensor technology: WayCon, specialists in position measurement technology

The many faces of sensor technology: WayCon, specialists in position measurement technology

10.02.2026 - With over a quarter of a century of experience, WayCon Positionsmesstechnik GmbH has established itself as a specialist in the field of measuring mechanical lengths, distances and positions. With a comprehensive... [more]

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Draw wire sensor GX200 – robust all-rounder for demanding heavy-duty applications

Draw wire sensor GX200 – robust all-rounder for demanding heavy-duty applications

20.01.2026 - The GX200 draw wire sensor from WayCon is a powerful all-rounder for demanding heavy-duty applications. Developed for reliable continuous use under the toughest conditions, the sensor can withstand even the most adverse environmental influences. Thanks to its robust... [more]

Precise displacement measurement of thrust cylinders in tunnel boring machines

Precise displacement measurement of thrust cylinders in tunnel boring machines

21.10.2025 - Tunnel boring machines (TBMs) are highly complex, fully automated systems that work their way through soil and rock with enormous precision in order to create traffic and supply tunnels for roads, railways, water pipes or power lines. The construction of a... [more]

Laser distance sensors in the paper industry

Laser distance sensors in the paper industry

29.07.2025 - The paper industry is an important economic sector with a centuries-old tradition. From its simple, manual beginnings, it has developed into a highly technical production process. The paper industry is characterised by... [more]

Precise angle measurement in rolling mills: B58 encoder series meets the highest requirements

Precise angle measurement in rolling mills: B58 encoder series meets the highest requirements

27.05.2025 - Rotary encoders (also known as angle sensors or encoders) are essential components for precise position and process control in the steel industry, especially... [more]

More precise measurement at the same price: MH120 draw-wire sensor now with improved linearity

More precise measurement at the same price: MH120 draw-wire sensor now with improved linearity

13.02.2025 - Our proven draw-wire sensor MH120 sets new standards in terms of precision! Thanks to targeted optimizations, we have been able to reduce the linearity deviation from ... [more]

 

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