ITC Electrical Components is proud to announce that BERNSTEIN AG of Porta Westfalica, Germany has appointed ITC as their exclusive Canadian distributor. Bernstein product overview Sensor Systems Inductive Sensors Capacitive Sensors Magnetic Sensors Cylinder Slot Sensors Optoelectronic Sensors Ultrasonic Sensors Float Switches Enclosure Systems Aluminum Enclosures Polyester and Polycarbonate Enclosures Stainless Steel Enclosures ATEX Enclosures Switch Systems Mechanical (limit) Switches Safety Interlock Switches Solenoid Interlock Switches Cable Rope Pull Switches Hinged Door Switches Non-contact Safety Switches Safety Relay & Control Switches Standard Metal Limit Switches Standard Plastic Limit Switches Safety Limit Switches AS-I Sensors & Switches Standard Foot Switches Safety Foot Switches Foot Switches for Medical Applications 2
ITC was founded in 1994 as an importer and Master Distributor in Canada, of electrical components, products, devices and accessories for control and automation systems, control panels, wiring, machinery and power distribution. Our mission is to provide to our Customers, quality products at prices which are among the lowest on the market, with fast, friendly service. We have established a partnership with a number of well-known manufacturers of electrical, control and safety components worldwide, most of them recognized with ISO 9001 certification. Our quality commitment: All the products we sell are manufactured in accordance to (and frequently, exceeding) the latest versions of well-known International Standards. Many are UL recognized and CSA Certified (as stated on the relevant pages of our catalogues and data sheets). All products we sell, except where stated otherwise, carry a one year warranty against manufacturing defects or workmanship. BERNSTEIN AG ranks among the world s leading providers of industrial safety technology. With their comprehensive range of switches, sensors, enclosures, suspension systems and other components for industrial applications, Bernstein offers its customers effective and versatile solutions applied in all branches of industry in the planning and implementation of systems designed to meets stringent safety requirements. In addition to plant automation and machine building, fields of application include lift construction, automotive, agriculture, packaging, conveyor construction, automation engineering, wood-working, renewable energy, medical technology industries, AS-i Interface and ATEX. Bernstein is a family-owned enterprise, founded in 1947. With headquarters in Porta Westfalica, Germany, and several factories, Bernstein has more than 500 Employees. Customer Satisfaction is Bernstein s number one priority. Customized Solutions are fully integrated into the business, and form part of every day s working life. All Bernstein s team-members are trained and educated to the highest possible standard so they can deliver best service and support in order to provide the best Safe Solution for any size of project. In combination with the organization of the ITC team in Canada, Customers can count on the three fundamentals of business: Quality products at the most convenient prices, together with excellent service. Bernstein s products will be either supplied from ITC s inventory in Toronto, or - when special or customized solutions are required provided within the best delays based on frequent resupply from the factory. 3
Sensor systems Sensor systems Compact intelligence Versatility, wide choice of models, ease of installation and compact dimensions make Bernstein s sensors applicable in every industrial process or machine manufacturing. Bernstein s sensors are extremely fast and accurate, and very durable. Depending on the application, you can choose between inductive, capacitive, magnetic or photoelectric sensors as well as ultrasonic or float switches. In addition to this wide-ranging program of standard sensors BERNSTEIN also develops individual solutions which are designed for the specific application. Contactless sensors are characterised by absolute reliability, suitability for a wide range of applications and optimum cost-benefit ratio. Their main purpose is to convert mechanical movement into electrical signals that are processed in control systems. In modern day applications, however, sensors directly connected to bus systems are being used to an ever greater extent to monitor mechanical movement and convert it into digital information. Selecting the right sensor for the job depends on the prevailing ambient and operating conditions as well as corresponding technical requirements. In addition to the detection method (inductive, capacitive, optical, ultrasonic or magnetic) it is also necessary to select the corresponding output function (PNP, NPN, AC, normallyclosed or normally-open contact). Sensing distances as well as the direction and type of approach are also important selection criteria. In view of the large number of possible combinations, the scope of application is virtually unlimited. Maximum functions minimum space: The range of applications in which limit switches are used has changed in line with increasing automation. Sensors are no longer used purely for the purpose of detecting position but rather they must be able to output analogue values for the purpose of calculating the distance with the necessary signal processing already taking place in the sensor itself. A sensor can also be used to sample two switching points in order to reduce the number of components in machines and systems. This functionality is achieved by the use of state-of-the-art microcontrollers and advanced sensor technologies. Modern sensors from BERNSTEIN therefore open up new applications, extend the range of functions and as a result significantly increase efficiency. 4
Inductive Sensors Capacitive sensors Magnetic switches Electronic magnetic sensors (Hall effect) Cylinder slot sensors Safety relay and control modules 5
Float switches Optoelectronic sensors Ultrasonic sensors Connectors and cables Complementing Bernstein s product range we offer attractive customer services: Preassembly of products with standard power supply lines or customised cables. Supply of M8 or M12 connection technology. Development of sensors to customer specifications. Development and manufacture of customer-specific system solutions. 6
Switch systems Switch systems Economy meets safety Bernstein s electro mechanic switches are characterized by a convincing price-performance ratio and by a high reliability at different stages of voltage. The products range from plastic-bodied limit switches, metal-bodied limit switches and foot switches to safety switching devices. The AS-i compatible switches reduce time and costs in reference with the assembly, the materials and the operation. A vast range of types, sizes, switching functions and actuators allow nearly every application. Mechanical (limit) switches (metal or plastic enclosed) Safety and standard position switches Solenoid interlock switches Safety interlock switches Safety switches with separate actuator Safety hinge switches Safety rope pull switches Belt alignment switches AS-i - Safety at Work Safety components 7
Foot switches Foot switches Leader in the field The wide range of models showcases the expertise of Bernstein to provide the specific foot switch for the application as well as a specialization in providing custom solutions to many different applications. IP rating up to IP67, CSA approval for most models. Standard range (1, 2 or 3 pedals, with or without guard) 2-stage foot switches (with pressure points) Bi-stable foot switches Foot switches with safety release Foot switches with hinged pedal protection, or with footrest AS-I Interface foot switches Foot switches with analog or potentiometer output EeXE (Atex) models Medical footswitches 8
Enclosure systems Enclosure systems - Function and design With its long tradition of enclosure manufacturing, BERNSTEIN combines superior enclosure technology, designed for encapsulating a diverse range of applications, with stand-alone enclosures for wall mounting to sleek ultramodern designs including variable suspension systems. Industrial enclosures in aluminum Industrial enclosures in polycarbonate, ABS or polyester Aluminium control enclosures and suspension systems Stainless steel range and suspension systems Customer-specific system solutions 9
Strategic fields of application Bernstein products have been developed to respond to a wide range of specific customer applications within a wide variety of industries, such as agriculture, medical products, energy, oil and gas projects, automotive technology, renewable energy, Industrial specialty vehicle technology, packaging and movement of goods. Agriculture Medical ATEX Automotive Renewable Energy Floor-borne Vehicle Technology AS-I Interface Safety at Work Bernstein, through its partner ITC in Canada, is ready to accept the challenge for finding the optimal solution to your industrial project. 10
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