sensors, networking and control systems

Experience automation as you have never experienced it before!

Don't miss out on this: at the Hannover Messe Digital Edition, we will show our innovations in various new formats.

On air for you from now on: Impulse – the ifm show

The most important trends and topics, the latest products and solutions from the real world. This is where information meets innovation.

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Always up-to-date with IO-Link

No matter which fieldbus and PLC you are using: we have the right interface to the IO-Link infrastructure.

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What does "close to you" mean to you?

This is the question we have asked our customers worldwide. The answers speak for themselves.

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Annoyed by the theoretical approach concerning Industry 4.0?

Here is the practical approach!

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In love with detail: the PMD Profiler at Ford

In Valencia, the profile sensor supports flawless body-in-white construction. Why this sensor is the right choice for this application?

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Webinars in focus

Let us bring you up to date – anytime and from anywhere

Join us live and get all the information you need. ifm will show you the latest top products and technologies in fascinating webinars

Topics in focus

Potential modules for quick and easy wiring

Circuit protection with monitoring function for 24 V circuits

Inductive full-metal sensors

– robust, compact, accurate

Improved performance thanks to IO-Link

2 in 1: distance and reflectivity measurement with the OGD Reflectivity

Inductive Kplus sensors

Constant correction factor for all metals

Precise object scan for quality control

The PMD profiler: accurate contour detection for inline quality checks

Maximum flexibility: IO-Link multiport modules

Any combinations possible in just one module

A focus on process sensors

How to increase your efficiency and quality

Our solutions for the food and beverages industries

Maximum reliability for temperature-sensitive processes

Calibration check technology: the temperature sensor that checks itself

Thermal compressed air meter of the highest level

"All-in-one sensor" reduces costs

The best flow meter in its class

The new SM can be integrated in parallel in standard splitter boxes and is suited for process temperatures up to 90 °C.

Pressure sensors - Compact PT / PU type transmitters

Space-saving design for limited space

This is how conductivity measurement works today!

The new LDL with state-of-the-art conductive measurement technology features sensor and evaluation in one compact housing

Solutions for the food and beverage industry

Pressure solutions: Increase availability Level solutions: Increase availability

Conductivity solutions: Improve product quality Temperature solutions: Improve product quality

Vibration monitoring solutions: Increase availability Wiring solutions: Increase availability

Accessories – as simple as that

Whether you are looking for a connection cable or for mounting accessories, finding the correct accessories for each product is that simple: On the product page, click on the tab "Accessories" and filter your search with a selector that will lead you to the accessories needed for your individual application.

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Innovations at a glance

Discover our smart products for your production processes of tomorrow.

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IO-Link white paper - the industrial revolution easily explained

What are the advantages of IO-Link and why is this standard called a bridge technology for Industry 4.0? How exactly does the technology of the future work? You will find the most important information at a glance in the free white paper.

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Finding the right product using the selector

ifm's exceptionally large product range does not only consider all relevant standard solutions, but also the specific requirements of individual industries. Apart from position and process sensors, this product range also includes sensors for motion control and safety technology. In addition to this, ifm offers products for industrial image processing and communication as well as identification systems for mobile machines.

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We want you to be satisfied

ifm products are distinguished by highest precision and above-average reliability. You have our word on that - and a 5-year warranty. In addition, we are there for you at any time with advice, support and know-how as a reliable partner. We want you to use our products with the feeling of confidence that ifm is the right partner for your automation goals.

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