May 22, 2012 - Cooper Wiring Devices has created new wall & corner mount passive infrared occupancy sensors. Featuring self-adapting sensors, the solution boasts of complete, no-gap coverage to ensure proper illumination and increase efficiencies in any space. The sensors reply on Instinct Technology which continuously self-adjusts sensitivity and time delay in real-time to help users maximize potential energy savings. Additional features include a self-adjusting Auto Off delay of five to 30 minutes and adjustable ambient light level feature from 0 – 300 foot-candles.

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March 20, 2012 - Acuity Brands has added the WSD NGX (neutral/ground exchangeable) wall switch sensor to its Sensor Switch line of occupancy sensors. The WSD NGX sensor can use either the neutral conductor required by NEC 2011 for new construction projects, or the ground connection for retrofit applications. The WSD NGX is available in both Passive Infrared (PIR) and Dual Technology (PDT) versions.

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March 5, 2012 - The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published NEMA WD 7 Occupancy Motion Sensors Standard, which aims to promote uniformity for the definition and measurement of characteristics relevant to the use and application of occupancy motion sensors. The standard covers the definition and measurement of field of view and coverage characteristics relevant to the use and application of vacancy and occupancy sensors using individual or any combination of passive infrared, ultrasonic, or microwave technology. These sensors are used in systems for control of lighting, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC), and other devices. CLICK HERE to download WD 7 for free.

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February 3, 2012 - Steinel's new RHB 300 wireless occupancy sensor uses passive infrared technology to sense occupancy in high bay installations. The sensor mounts directly to a high bay fixture, and can perform at mounting heights as high as 45 feet. Three pyroelectric sensors are used in the product to provide 360º coverage. The company stresses that by achieving the right coverage, users can maximize energy savings by monitoring locations with fewer sensors, while still achieving proper detection.

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December 19, 2011 - Onset, a supplier of data loggers, has announced its new Wind Direction Smart Sensor, a research-grade plug-and-play sensor for measuring and logging wind direction data. According to Onset, key advantages of the sensor include: shielded stainless steel ball bearings; balanced wind vane for smooth response to wind changes; plug-and-play design; and wind averaging for higher accuracy wind data.

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