tacterion GmbH

The Integrated Pylon Module IPM™ for power tools is an integrated sensor solution with resistive as well as capacitive sensing capabilities. The solution enables new designs and features for equipment manufacturers in power tools and similar applications. It satisfies the calls for higher workplace safety and ergonomics. Pilot studies with leading manufacturers have demonstrated the functional safety and robustness power tool users have come to expect. The Integrated Pylon Module™ is tacterion’s contribution towards a healthier and safer workplace.

The Plyon Tactile Gripper™ for industrial manufacturing is a novel extension for robotic gripping applications. It enables faster and more flexible workflows of robotics, grippers and automation processes. It is capable of detecting workpiece slippage and rotation within the gripper, as well as product quality variations - coming to market in early 2020.

plyon®
tacterion’s market ready sensor solution plyon® is one of a kind: flexible, sensitive and robust. Equipped with capacitive and resistive sensing, it aims at making flexible, soft and curved surfaces smart. Providing proximity, touch and force detection, it can easily be customized to address a variety of use cases, from consumer electronics to industrial applications.

The modular technology platform plyon® is available in four different versions: pure, stretch, flex and performance - each designed to demonstrate its benefits in the corresponding environment:

• pure: Rigid PCB based touch and force sensors for simple planar integration.
• flex: Flexible touch and force sensors on polyester film for HMI applications.
• stretch: Stretchable force sensors with high conformability for textile integration.
• performance: Flexible touch and force sensors with enhanced robustness for industrial applications.

For extensive prototyping plyon® flex Development Kits including a versatile sensor module and the corresponding read-out electronics will be available later this year..