FLEXPOWER™ WIRELESS NODES AND BATTERY MODULES FOR WIRELESS SENSING NETWORK DELIVER FLEXIBLE POWER OPTIONS FOR ENHANCED APPLICATION USABILITY



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Minneapolis, MN—July 16, 2007—Banner Engineering Corp. introducesnew FlexPower™ Nodes for the Banner SureCross™ WirelessNetwork. FlexPower provides a versatile wireless solution by allowinga SureCross Node to operate using 10 to 30V dc line power, solar panels, or a FlexPowerbattery module in remote or difficult-to-access locations. A FlexPowerWireless Node and a connected sensor can be powered by a FlexPower batterymodule for up to five years, depending upon the application and individual powerrequirements. Efficient power management technology enables the FlexPowerNode to briefly step up the switch power voltage to activate a sensor for a fractionof a second. After the input reads the sensing status, the switch power returnsto its standby status level to prolong battery life.

“Banner’s innovative FlexPower battery modules offer reliable, versatile power options for SureCross FlexPower Wireless Nodes, keeping remote, rotating or other challenging applications monitored for extended periods of time,” said Chris Dales, Senior Application Engineer, Banner Wireless Division. “This superior power management system is optimized for use with virtually all makes of sensors and is robust enough to power a wide variety of devices.” Dales adds, “FlexPower Nodes and power supplies offer an integrated solution for applications where hardwired power sources are impractical or unavailable.”

Applications. Banner’s SureCross Wireless Network was purpose-built to deliver reliable, high-performance wireless sensing to remote or difficult-to-access areas. With FlexPower Nodes and battery modules, users can use SureCross wireless sensing technology in a wide variety of challenging applications, including the following:
  • Monitoring fluid levels in storage vessels
  • Monitoring and data acquisition on rotating machinery
  • Remote monitoring of towers or tank farms
  • Manufacturing monitoring and error proofing
  • Notification of power outages or system status emergencies
  • Triggering backup power systems when needed
  • Monitoring end effectors or robotic arms
  • Barn or dairy bulk tank temperature monitoring
  • Security monitoring and control of remote location
  • Refrigerated storage system temperature monitoring
Banner’s FlexPower Wireless Nodes and battery modules are easy to integrate into existing manufacturing systems, making them an ideal fit for pre-certified facilities needing to adapt to new regulations without costly downtime or additional inspections. Several features of the SureCross Wireless Network FlexPower Node make it particularly simple to set up and use:
  • Extended battery life of up to 5 years, depending upon application and powered devices
  • Adaptable for 10 to 30V dc line power, solar panel or battery power using FlexPower module
  • Portable for frequent redeployment in error-proofing applications
  • Robust, durable IP67/NEMA 6 construction
  • Configurable parameters for actuation voltage up to 24V dc, time on and sample
  • Plug-and-play connectivity with mounting flexibility
  • Optimized for Banner’s advanced sensors; adaptable to other devices
About Banner. Banner Engineering is the world’s leading manufacturer of wireless networks, ultrasonic and photoelectric sensors, vision sensors, electronic machine guarding systems, fiber optic assemblies and precision measurement systems.

For further information, contact Banner Engineering Corp., 9714 Tenth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55441. PH: 888.373.6767 (Toll-free North America), or 001.763.544.3164 (International). FAX: 763.544.3213. Email: sensors@bannerengineering.com. E-commerce: www.buybanneronline.com; Web: www.bannerengineering.com

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