For the first time at the 2008 Hanover Fair, will present the new LMS100 laser measurement system. High detection capacity, integrated distance measurement, dynamically switching monitoring fields, and a variety of interfaces distinguish the lightweight and energy-saving device.

The LMS100 complements SICK’s portfolio of measuring scanners and is currently available in two versions: for indoor use in IP 65 enclosure rating or in IP 67 enclosure rating with integrated heating and fog correction for outdoor applications. Additional versions, including ones with approval for safety applications by VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH – a testing agency admitted by the "Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle Technik e.V." (DATech) and by the "Zentralstelle der Länder für Sicherheitstechnik" (ZLS) – will follow.

Technology that is truly impressive

The LMS100 is no laser scanner like any other. The sensor offers a scanning angle of 270°, angle resolutions of 0.25°, scan frequencies of up to 50 Hz, and ranges of 50 m or, respectively, 18 m on deep black objects that typically exhibit a reflectance of only approx. 10 percent. The multi-pulse evaluation of the measuring points provides an unequalled degree of stability in object detection. The device is small, uses little energy, and offers a voltage input from 9 – 30 V; consequently, it is ideal for mobile applications on vehicles, service robots, and facilities for site protection. Linkage to an automation or monitoring system can be realized via Ethernet, RS232, and a front interface for parameterization. Moreover, the CAN bus interface also permits direct communication between two LMS, which presents entirely new possibilities concerning evaluation of protective areas. Furthermore, the LMS100 features four inputs, two of which can be used as encoder inputs, as well as three switching outputs; additional switching outputs can also be mapped via external CAN modules.

Numerous target markets

The LMS100 offers interesting possibilities for solutions in many areas: collision prevention and navigation assistance on freely moving vehicles at container ports, in intralogistics and service robotics; site protection and monitoring of perimeters within and outside of buildings; traffic-related applications on signal installations and toll facilities; positioning and routing of automated agricultural vehicles; monitoring of stack fronts; checking of empty pallets; or as control systems for order-picking processes.