Protect Your Infrared Legacy – Optris Keeps Producing Your Trusted Micro-Epsilon IR Sensors

When a trusted product line suddenly changes, users often face far more than a simple swap of part numbers. A complete shift in design, interface, and performance can trigger a cascade of hidden costs and operational headaches. For companies relying on Micro-Epsilon’s infrared sensors, that reality loomed when Micro-Epsilon ended its long-term OEM partnership with Optris in June 2025.

The truth is, those legacy sensors weren’t built by Micro-Epsilon—Optris built them. For more than two decades, Optris designed and manufactured the IR sensors that Micro-Epsilon rebranded and sold. Now that Micro-Epsilon chose to move in a new direction, Optris continues producing the same proven sensors under its own name. That continuity saves end users from the massive nuisance of adapting to a brand-new product line.

Imagine the disruption if you had no choice but to adopt unfamiliar models. Engineering teams would spend weeks redesigning mechanical layouts, rewriting control software, and validating performance all over again. Staff would require retraining. Stocked spare parts would become obsolete overnight. Even worse, production uptime could suffer as compatibility issues surfaced. The cost of these changes is rarely limited to purchase price—it ripples through entire facilities in lost time, added labor, and operational risk.

By sourcing directly from Optris, you avoid those pitfalls entirely. Optris continues to supply the identical sensors you’ve already installed, with the same form, fit, and function. Specifications remain unchanged, connection protocols stay the same, and integration happens seamlessly. An Optris-branded sensor fits into your existing setup without a single adjustment.

The only difference is the label. Optris designs and delivers the full lineup of models once sold under the Micro-Epsilon name. In many regions, authorized Optris representatives already provide cross-references so customers can match part numbers with complete confidence. That simple step ensures operations remain uninterrupted and investments remain secure.

Choosing Optris means choosing peace of mind. You keep your systems running without disruption, avoid the cost of retraining or reengineering, and continue receiving full technical support, firmware updates, and long-term product availability. The nuisance of an unnecessary product line change never reaches your operations.

As Optris’ authorized representative in New England, Andruss-Peskin Corp. (AP Corp) makes the process even easier. With decades of experience in precision instrumentation, AP Corp helps engineers and facility managers secure the right Optris solutions quickly and confidently. Partnering with AP Corp ensures local expertise, responsive support, and direct access to the original infrared products you trust.

Andruss-Peskin Delivers SenseAnywhere's Proven Monitoring Technology to U.S. Markets

SenseAnywhere, based in the Netherlands, designs and manufactures advanced wireless data logging solutions for monitoring temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions. Their technology plays a critical role in industries where precision, compliance, and uninterrupted data access are essential.

At the core of SenseAnywhere’s product line is the AiroSensor series—compact, battery-powered devices that wirelessly log temperature and humidity data with exceptional accuracy. The standard AiroSensor models operate with a temperature accuracy of ±0.10 °C and feature a battery life of up to ten years. These sensors transmit data in real-time to the SenseAnywhere Cloud platform, providing users with immediate access to monitoring data from anywhere, at any time.

For applications requiring extreme temperature measurements, SenseAnywhere offers an AiroSensor equipped with an external Pt100 probe. This variant supports readings from −200°C to +200°C, making it ideal for cryogenic storage, ultra-low-temperature freezers, and high-temperature industrial environments. The Pt100-based AiroSensor ensures that users can maintain precise monitoring even under the most challenging thermal conditions.

To support the broader needs of industrial and legacy equipment, SenseAnywhere offers analog input modules. These modules convert readings from third-party sensors into digital data compatible with the AiroSensor system. This flexibility allows organizations to expand monitoring capabilities without replacing existing infrastructure.

A key advantage of the SenseAnywhere system lies in its connectivity options. The company manufactures two types of Access Points to serve different operational contexts. The indoor AccessPoint connects wirelessly to AiroSensors and transmits their data to the cloud through a local Wi-Fi or LAN network. For field operations, mobile environments, or facilities lacking internet access, the Mobile AccessPoint offers cellular connectivity through 3G or 4G networks. Both access points automatically recognize and communicate with any number of AiroSensors, eliminating the need for manual pairing or setup.

To further support compliance and operational efficiency, SenseAnywhere includes intelligent accessories, such as the SwitchHolder and AssetTag. The SwitchHolder enables users to control alarm behavior during transportation by simply placing or removing the sensor from the holder. Meanwhile, the AssetTag uses QR codes to track the location and status of assets, ensuring uninterrupted audit trails even when sensors undergo recalibration or are moved between locations.

All of SenseAnywhere’s data logging products interface with a secure, FDA 21 CFR Part 11-compliant cloud platform. Hosted on Microsoft Azure in Europe, the platform provides end-to-end encryption, data backup every five minutes, and long-term retention—up to 15 years. Users can schedule automatic reports, manage alarms remotely, and maintain full audit trails, supporting adherence to GxP, ISO 27001, and other regulatory standards.

SenseAnywhere’s products serve a wide range of regulated and high-stakes industries. In the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, companies utilize AiroSensors to maintain cold chain integrity during the storage and transportation of vaccines, biologics, and temperature-sensitive medications. Clinical labs and hospitals rely on the sensors for real-time monitoring of lab equipment, sample storage, and patient-related logistics. Food manufacturers and distributors implement SenseAnywhere solutions to comply with HACCP and EN12830 standards for perishable goods. Logistics providers monitor sensitive cargo conditions in transit using mobile Access Points, while industrial research facilities integrate the platform into their legacy systems to ensure uninterrupted environmental monitoring.

SenseAnywhere stands out for delivering robust, precise, and low-maintenance monitoring tools that meet strict compliance requirements while simplifying data access and audit readiness. Their solutions provide a reliable foundation for quality assurance and regulatory compliance in some of the most demanding applications in healthcare, science, and global logistics.

Andruss-Peskin Corporation of Nashua, New Hampshire, proudly serves as an authorized value-added reseller of SenseAnywhere products in the United States. With deep expertise in precision instrumentation and compliance-driven applications, Andruss-Peskin supports clients across various industries by providing tailored solutions, technical guidance, and ongoing support for the full range of SenseAnywhere monitoring systems. Their partnership ensures that U.S. customers receive localized service, rapid delivery, and the confidence of working with a trusted distributor fully aligned with SenseAnywhere’s commitment to quality and innovation.

Protect Your Infrared Investment: Seamlessly Transition from Micro-Epsilon to Optris IR Sensors

If you currently rely on Micro-Epsilon IR sensors, important changes are coming — and acting now can save your systems from costly disruption.

Micro-Epsilon has recently shifted away from its original infrared sensor supplier, Optris, who until now was the exclusive manufacturer of all Micro-Epsilon IR sensors. As a result, long-time users may soon face compatibility issues, software roadblocks, and hardware mismatches. Fortunately, there’s a smart, seamless solution.

Switch to Optris - The Original Manufacturer of Your IR Sensors

By transitioning to Optris-branded sensors, you ensure complete continuity with your existing systems—no hardware modifications, no software changes, and no retraining. It’s the same sensor you’ve trusted without the uncertainty that comes from a new supplier.

• Identical Form, Fit, and Function - Optris sensors are physically and electrically identical to the Micro-Epsilon models — the only difference is the label. Your systems will continue to operate as expected, with no need for design changes.
• No Software Disruption - Continue using the powerful TIM Connect software available only with Optris products. Starting June 30, Micro-Epsilon sensors will no longer support TIM Connect.
• Cost-Effective Replacement - Optris offers highly competitive pricing, often more affordable than Micro-Epsilon’s rebranded alternatives — making the switch a wise financial decision.
• Direct Cross-Reference Available - Easily find your Micro-Epsilon model on the Optris website to identify the exact Optris equivalent. No guesswork. No hassle.

Don’t Risk Compatibility Issues or Software Lockout

Staying with Micro-Epsilon now means switching to a new, unproven hardware/software ecosystem - with added costs, retraining, and risk. Optris lets you maintain the exact performance you’ve come to expect with none of the disruptions.

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Power-Focused Data Acquisition with the B&K Precision DAS1800

When it comes to capturing high-speed electrical data, the B&K Precision DAS1800 stands out—not just for its speed and modular flexibility—but now more than ever, for its robust support of advanced power analysis across a wide variety of AC and DC systems.

Expanded Power Network Support

• The DAS1800 now offers comprehensive measurement and analysis for DC systems, single-phase AC, and three-phase AC power networks in both wye (star) and delta configurations. Whether you're dealing with a simple load test or an industrial-scale energy system, the DAS1800 adapts. This includes compatibility with 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and 400 Hz network frequencies—ideal for utility, automotive, aerospace, and defense applications.
• Up to five networks can be measured simultaneously with Class S power quality measurements. This means real-time recording of parameters like voltage, current, power, and energy—right alongside any other analog measurements in your test setup.

Enhanced Visualization Tools

The DAS1800 is more than a fast recorder—it's a powerful analyzer. With the latest updates, users can now:

• Display phase relationships using intuitive phasor diagrams. These visuals map voltage and current vectors by magnitude and phase angle, which are crucial for diagnosing issues in three-phase systems or validating load balance.
• Quickly identify harmonic content up to the 50th order through the histogram chart. Voltage and current harmonics are automatically plotted, providing insights into system distortion and non-linear load behavior. Whether it's for regulatory compliance or troubleshooting equipment, the DAS1800 delivers clarity quickly.

Engineered for High-Performance Measurements

• With support for up to 80 analog channels via a modular plug-and-play design, the DAS1800 can be configured to meet virtually any application need. Sample rates reach up to 1 MSa/s per channel, and users can assign up to four independent sample rates in one recording session—perfect for capturing both fast transients and slow trends simultaneously.
• Data is stored on a 2 TB SSD, and the instrument is fully portable, offering a battery option that provides up to 3.5 hours of runtime in the field.

Smart Control & Integration

Remote control and data access are fully supported via web server, VNC, and FTP, while the included DASpro PC software provides a user-friendly interface for analyzing ASAM MDF4 recordings. Plus, with the integrated sensor library, setting up new test configurations is quick and repeatable.

Bottom Line:

Suppose you're working in energy, aerospace, transportation, R&D, or industrial automation and need an all-in-one data acquisition solution that now also delivers in-depth power analysis with high-quality visuals. In that case, the B&K Precision DAS1800 is ready to meet the challenge.

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Elevate Plastics Quality with Kawasaki Precision Gear Pumps

Kawasaki precision gear pumps deliver constant, high-pressure, positive-displacement flow tailored for demanding plastics applications. Engineers machine hardened alloy gears to sub-micron tolerances inside robust cast-iron housings. As the drive shaft spins, gear teeth trap molten polymer at the inlet and drive it through the outlet port in a steady, pulsation-free stream. That precise action ensures repeatable volumetric displacement, so injection molders and extrusion specialists hit their targets every cycle.

In injection molding, technicians dial in shot weight and cavity fill rates by adjusting pump speed. Kawasaki pumps sustain volumetric efficiency at pressures up to 5,000 psi, helping molders control melt-front velocity, reduce flow-line defects, and eliminate sink marks. When processors switch from polypropylene to glass-filled nylons, the pumps adapt instantly to viscosity shifts and temperature swings. That reliability underpins dimensional accuracy in high-precision parts such as medical device housings, optical lenses, and microfluidic components.

Extrusion lines benefit equally when Kawasaki gear pumps isolate screw speed from die pressure. Placing a pump downstream of a twin-screw extruder lets operators suppress melt surging and stabilize downstream film, sheet, or pipe production. Programmable drives let floor engineers tweak flow rates on the fly, maintaining throughput within a few percent of setpoints during long production runs. Plants see fewer temperature spikes and extended screen-pack and die life by decoupling metering from melt generation.

Filled or abrasive resins pose a serious wear challenge, but Kawasaki gears resist scoring and fatigue. Their carburized or nitrided surfaces and replaceable hardened bushings stand up to glass fibers, mineral fillers, and regrind. Thanks to a pull-apart housing design, maintenance crews swap gear sets, seals, and bearings in under an hour. That quick service cuts downtime, minimizes scrap, and boosts overall equipment effectiveness.

Process automation teams integrate Kawasaki pump drives with PLC and SCADA systems to continuously capture flow, pressure, and temperature data. Analysts mine that trace data to refine processing recipes and schedule predictive maintenance before wear impacts quality. When a pump drifts outside tolerance, software triggers alarms and auto-adjusts parameters, protecting against off-spec production and unplanned stoppages.

Plastics processors around the globe have improved part consistency, tightened tolerances, and extended equipment life by deploying Kawasaki precision gear pumps in molding and extrusion operations. They trust these pumps to uphold the exacting standards of packaging, automotive trim, medical devices, and flexible films. Kawasaki precision gear pumps stand represented in New England by Andruss Peskin Corp. (AP Corp.), providing regional application expertise, technical training, and rapid aftermarket support to keep every pump performing at peak precision and reliability.

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Industrial Infrared Temperature Measurement

Industrial infrared temperature measurement has revolutionized how professionals monitor heat in countless processes, from heavy manufacturing to delicate laboratory work. Optris, a global leader in this field, develops infrared thermometers, pyrometers, and thermal imaging cameras that quickly capture accurate temperature data from a safe distance. These instruments rely on the principle that every object above absolute zero emits infrared radiation. The amount and spectrum of this radiation change with temperature, allowing IR sensors to convert the captured energy into precise temperature readings.

Engineers often use the concept of blackbody radiation to explain infrared temperature measurements. Objects at different temperatures emit characteristic infrared wavelengths, and specialized detectors translate those wavelengths into voltage signals. Optris calibrates its devices using reference temperatures to ensure high accuracy and repeatability. Their IR thermometers and pyrometers focus on a specific spot and measure the IR emission from that region. At the same time, their infrared cameras gather information from a wider field of view to generate complete thermal images.

Many industries value these non-contact measurement tools because they deliver almost instantaneous feedback. Manufacturers of glass, metals, and plastics rely on Optris sensors to monitor extreme temperatures in continuous production lines. The glass industry often measures the surface temperature of molten glass and cooled products to detect anomalies and maintain product uniformity. Metal processors benefit from real-time heat monitoring during forging or heat treatment, improving product quality and conserving energy. Plastic molding requires close observation of part and mold temperatures to prevent warping and to ensure a consistent finish.

Optris cameras also help technicians spot thermal irregularities in high-density electrical systems. Overheating circuit boards or power modules are bright hotspots in a thermal image, and operators can intervene immediately to avoid failures. In 3D printing, engineers watch the temperature distribution on layers of molten material to refine the printing process and create more substantial final parts. Optris sensors also appear in fire safety applications, where early detection of elevated temperatures in waste disposal sites or bulk storage areas gives operators a head start in preventing catastrophic fires.

Infrared technology is valuable because it measures temperature without disturbing the target material. Operators minimize downtime by diagnosing issues or optimizing processes without shutting down equipment. The versatility and reliability of Optris devices reflect years of dedication to thermal measurement research and development. Industrial customers trust these products to help them reduce costs, enhance quality, and maintain safer work environments. By capturing infrared radiation from any target and converting it into accurate temperature data, Optris drives process optimization for some of the world’s most demanding applications.

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Andruss-Peskin Corporation: New England’s Trusted Source for Controls and Instrumentation

Andruss-Peskin Corporation (AP Corp), located in Nashua, New Hampshire, stands out as a trusted supplier of controls and instrumentation for OEM and industrial accounts across New England. The company provides high-quality products that boost process efficiency, improve safety, and maintain reliability in various manufacturing settings. Engineers and production managers rely on AP Corp’s deep technical expertise and hands-on service when they need accurate measurement and precise control solutions.

AP Corp’s product lineup begins with various sensors and transmitters. The company provides temperature, pressure, flow, level, sound, and vibration sensors that perform reliably in harsh industrial conditions. Pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturers in Massachusetts often select AP Corp because the team recommends sensors with the correct specifications and certifications. Aerospace and defense contractors in Connecticut and other advanced technology manufacturers throughout the region depend on these sensors for their accuracy and ability to integrate with complex process requirements.

Beyond sensors, AP Corp offers an extensive selection of controllers and signal conditioners. Electronics manufacturers in Connecticut partner with AP Corp for programmable controllers that integrate smoothly with existing systems. Each component performs at a high level and supports precise process tuning to maintain consistent output on the production floor. AP Corp also supplies signal conditioners that help operators manage sensor data more effectively, leading to improved control loops and better overall product consistency.

AP Corp applies its expertise to the plastics industry by supporting various molding systems and processes. The company’s understanding of temperature, pressure, and flow control in injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion lines helps plastics manufacturers achieve consistent product quality and energy efficiency. Based on hands-on field experience, AP Corp's recommendations allow customers to optimize cycle times, reduce waste, and enhance final part accuracy, ultimately delivering superior results in competitive markets.

AP Corp’s instrumentation portfolio extends to complete system solutions as well. Medical device companies in Rhode Island rely on AP Corp’s packages to meet strict regulatory standards, minimize downtime, and streamline production. Food and beverage plants in Maine work with AP Corp to implement instrument assemblies that handle rapid changes in demand, maintain reliable quality, and ensure safe operations. AP Corp’s commitment to understanding specific process conditions allows them to pinpoint suitable instrumentation solutions and guide customers through installation and startup.

By combining a diverse product offering, application know-how, and personalized service, Andruss-Peskin Corporation (AP Corp) continues supporting manufacturers' technical needs throughout New England. The company’s focus on controls and instrumentation solutions helps businesses optimize production efficiency, guarantee product integrity, and remain competitive in a fast-paced marketplace.

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