Products for tomorrow… MEDER Company Presentation Vision Statement MEDER electronic is a profitable, highly innovative leader in the Reed Technology market. We produce a wide range of Reed Relays, Reed Sensors and Reed Switches for many applications. Our long years of experience, technical knowledge and the expertise of our employees ensure competent service with excellent quality and very reliable products. We offer a complete line of standard products and are quick to develop customer specific products catering to our customer needs and their new applications. Group overview MEDER Group DYNAMIC – SUCCESSFUL – WORLDWIDE PRESENCE founded 1981 in Singen/Htwl. / Germany 450 employees worldwide Company History In 1981 Bernhard Meder founded a Sales and Repair Service for Radio and Communication Systems In 1986 Foundation of the subsidiary MEDER electronic AG in Switzerland In 1987 Acquisition of the Reed Relay producer ESF Weidner In the following years: Foundation of subsidiaries in Italy, Hong Kong, Czech Republic, United States, Großbreitenbach/Thüringen In 1995 Acquisition of ELFEIN GmbH in Frankfurt/Main In 2000 Certification according to QS 9000 In 2001 building up of Reed Switch Manufacturing and production start 2007 Founding of MEDER-GHL electronic (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. in China Own offices and plants • • • • • • • • Germany Switzerland USA Italy France United Kingdom Hong Kong China Organization MEDER Group Group guidelines What makes the companies of the MEDER electronic holding so special? MEDER electronic has the broadest global presence of any company in the industry, with offices in over 10 countries and business partners that span the entire globe. MEDER is one of only a few specialized high quality reed switch manufacturers worldwide and the largest global distributor for OKI reed switches offering the most widespread selection of reed switch solutions. Our unique manufacturing capabilities, cohesive team development atmosphere and global presence, set MEDER apart from the competition. How do we see us in the future? In a market with increased trends for smaller size, greater product reliability and low energy consumption, all fundamental reed switch characteristics, MEDER is eagerly anticipating the development of new reed switch products that meet tougher applications. What makes up the success of our company? We strive to develop new products and custom solutions at the highest quality, continually meeting the newest demands of our customers while encompassing numerous markets. Our approach to new product development utilizes the latest technologies along with our extensive engineering and application expertise to ensure that reed switch technology continues to evolve: Hence we bring you products for tomorrow… What is important in our everyday working life? Our employees are at the forefront of our success and high quality standards. Through their comprehensive experience, commitment and collective teamwork based on trust, MEDER electronic has experienced continuous growth and innovation for more than 25 years. Turnover / Revenue Global Revenues 70 60 Million USD 50 40 30 20 10 0 Facts Share of Turnover by Product Category Reed Relays 29% Reed Sensors 50% Reed Switches 21% Alternative energy; 3% Medical; 3% Instrumentation; 11% Agriculture and Construction Equipment; 1% White goods; 6% Industrial; 35% Telecommunication, IT; 3% Safety and Security ; 7% Automotive; 24% Consumer electronics; 4% Test & Measurement; 3% Share of Turnover by Market Segment Facts France 2% Israel 1% Holland 1% Australia & New Zealand 1% Belgium & NorwaySweden Finland 1% 1% Czech & Hungary 4% Switzerland Great Britain4% 2% Germany 41% Italy 5% Asia 20% U.S. & Canada 17% Share of Turnover by countries Success factors / Competitive Advantages Success factors • • • • • • • Excellent quality and very reliable products Technical knowledge and competence Product availability and service Market segment orientation Any form of plastic housing is possible – our own tool making and plastic molding Customized solutions (concepts!) Innovation Competitive Advantages • • • • Broad range of standard solutions Customer specific solutions and concepts Competent service and high level expertise of our employees Many years of experience around Reed Product groups Reed Switches Reed Sensors Reed Relays The Basic Reed Switch A pair of low loss ferromagnetic reed blades hermetically sealed in a glass envelope and filled with inert gas Ends will assume opposite magnetic polarity when under influence of a magnetic field When the magnetic flux density across the gap is sufficient the reed blades will make contact Total market volume: Approx. 1 Billion switches The Basic Reed Switch Reed Switch with a permanent magnet S Reed Switch with a coil N N S S N Areas of Pull In and Drop Out with PARALLEL MAGNET ORIENTATION In a Reed Relay, the Reed Switch uses an electromagnetic coil for activation Reed Switches Advantages of Reed Switches • • • • • • • • • • • • No physical contact between sensing units necessary No power supply required Hermetically closed, no influence of dust or corrosion. Stands for long term reliability in heavy duty environment. Also suitable to switch very very low current and voltage ( low level applications). High life expectancy on the switch(Low-Level >10e9) High magnetic sensitivity, so good size distance between switch and magnet possible. Up to 50mm possible. No switching noise High temp application up to 150° C and higher Low contact resistance Small size Inexpensive solution Passive, no external electrical power required to close the switch Reed Sensors MK21 Reed Sensor for high temperature • Temperature up to 160°C (molded Version) • Resistant to water, fuels, oils, ink and most acids • High Switching capacity up to 400 VDC, 10W, 1A • Standard dimensions: (LxWxH: 28.6 x 19.0 x 6.35mm) • UL – approved Reed Sensors Reed Sensors for high temperature Reed Sensors for metal detection Reed Sensors Rectangular panel mount form Reed Sensors Cylindrical panel mount form Reed Sensors Threaded mount Reed Sensors Automotive Application examples Level Sensors: • Brake fluid • Oil • Cooling system • Fountain Solution case • Gas • Reserve display Position Sensors: • Top control • Sunroof • Gear selector level • Emergency brake • Tank cap • Window position • Electric window lift • Inflation pressure control • Belt / belt buckle Reed Relays Functionality of a Reed Relay • The control circuit will be activated by a relay coil ( 3… 48V) • This generates a magnetic field, which activates and closes the ferromagnetic contact leads • Load circuit is closed • If the coil power is disconnected again, the contact leads • will return to their mechanical rested and normally open state • Load circuit is opened again Reed Relays Assembling on the basis of a DIL Relay Pins Cap Case Coil Reed Switch Bottom plate Reed Relays Finished DIL - Relay New Products - Reed Switches KSK-1A04 – The Smallest Reed Switch with Flat Terminal Leads A glass length of only 4mm makes the KSK-1A04 Series the smallest Reed Switch with flat terminal leads presently on the market. Its flat contact terminals make it suitable for all SMD layouts and for automatic assembly. Typical applications for this Reed Switch are contactless sensors for position detection and as a limit switch in conjunction with a permanent magnet. It is especially suitable for all low-power applications in miniature devices, medical technologies, or in any fields where space constraints are an issue. KSK-1A35/1 – with higher switching and breakdown voltage The Reed Switch KSK-1A35/1 series with a glass length of 10.5 mm, a diameter of 2.1 mm and flat conections is optimised for SMD mounting. The new series /1 has a higher switching voltage from 200 to 350 VDC and a higher minimum breakdown voltage from 220 to 450 VDC. New Products - Reed Sensors MK24 Reed Sensor Though ultra miniature, the MK24 is constructed of a rugged overmolded package containing the hermetically sealed reed switch. In addition to their high performance and ultra miniature size, the MK24 requires no external power to operate making them especially suitable in applications with low power and space limitation requirements such as in portable medical and electronic devices. These sensors are used as a control switch or non-contact magnetic proximity sensor for counting, position, limit and liquid level detection applications. MMS Series – Smallest Reed Sensor worldwide World‘s first Micro Machined Sensor; measures only 2.5mm x 2.0mm x 1.25 mm; designed for switching low power devices where size is critical, e.g. telecommunication, medical equipment New Products - Reed Sensors Reed Sensor MK02 Series Expansion MK02/6 and MK02/7 are the expansion of metal detector reed sensor MK02, with 85% smaller package The MK02 Metal Detection Reed Sensors have expanded with the addition of two new PCB mount packages. No external magnet is required. This rugged sensor has a patented design that will detect magnetically conductive metal. The MK02 Series is a non-contact position and proximity sensor. Formerly only available in five different screw flange mount style packages, the MK02 is now also available in four additional PCB through hole mount versions (MK02/6 and MK02/7). The smallest PCB mount version is 85% smaller than the MK02/5. The MK02 Series is currently MEDER’s only series that works like a metal detection sensor. These metal detection sensors have a patented design that is used to detect the presence of magnetically conductive metals, eliminating the need for a permanent magnet used in a conventional reed sensor to actuate the reed switch. This metal detection sensor series requires no power to operate and is an excellent alternative to inductive proximity sensors. New Products - Reed Sensors Reed Sensor MK11 in Brass Version MK11 Series Threaded Reed Sensors are even more diversified with the addition of a new brass version MK11/B The MK11 Series Sensors are supplied in a threaded style housing with accompanying hardware, allowing for easy and exact adjustment in limit switch, end position and proximity sensing applications. Branching out from the plastic and stainless steel styles, the MK11 Series Threaded Reed Sensors are even more diversified with the addition of a new brass version MK11/B. More affordable and structurally robust, the brass housing is able to withstand higher torque settings, and resist high temperatures, moisture and compression. Furthermore, the brass housing’s non-ferromagnetic properties also eliminate any potential magnetic switching interferences. In addition to the added stability, theMK11/B also comes in four metric thread sizes M6, M8, M10 and M12. While the standard MK11/B series brass version is equipped with a 500mm long, round PVC cable, many other wire termination and connector options similar to our other sensors series are available. A full range of SPST and SPDT power switching options are available using our KSK Series Reed Switches. New Products - Reed Relays SMD Relays The MEDER CRF Reed Relay Series is a low-profile device made with a ceramic case that exactly matches the thermal coefficient of expansion of the Reed Switch glass and the reed lead to eliminate any potential packaging stress. This Reed Relay is the smallest in the industry and switches in the billions of operations. The relay has 1 mV typical thermal offset voltage. Measuring only 8.6mm x 4.4 mm x 3.4 mm, the leadless design eliminates skewing of leads and co-planarity issues. KT Relays – High voltage Reed Relays with high insulation and high minimum breakdown voltage SMD type high strike and creep distances high minimum breakdown voltage in smallest design applications in Solar- and Automotivetechnology UMS Ultra Mini SIL Relay Ultra-Mini Sip Internal MAG Shield Integrated Diode New Products – Level Sensors and magnetic floats NBR Magnetic floats NBR- An advanced material for level sensors Some important characteristics of liquid level sensors or float-style sensors are it’s sensing points, stable buoyancy, specific gravity, and resistance to heat, oil, fuels and various other chemicals. These apply to both the magnetic float and stem. MEDER electronic is now providing a better level sensing solution with the use of a Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) float switch magnet. NBR Floats have excellent resistance to petroleum-derived liquids such as oil and gasoline and can also be used in high temperature applications. NBR is more compatible with these hostile conditions than existing floats made of Polyamide (PA) and Polypropylene (PP), : LS04 The LS04 series is a magnetically operated Liquid level sensor for monitoring multiple liquid levels. Up to 5 floats are used in one sensor. Versions from different materials and cables are available. New Products – Level Sensors New Stainless Steel Compact Level Sensor LS02 This compact LS02 Level Sensor Series is now in more applications with the release of a new stainless steel version. The stainless steel sensor paired with the MS09 (V2A) stainless magnetic float will resist high temperatures up to 120°C and harsh chemicals making it ideal in industries such as Food & Beverage and Laboratory. Mount it vertically in the top or bottom of a tank or reservoir to detect the low and high levels of fluid in a container. In addition to the stainless steel float, this LS02 stainless sensor can also be paired with any of our Polyamide (PA), Polypropylene (PP) or Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) floats such as the MS01-PA, MS01-PP, MS02-PA, MS02-PP, MS01NBR, MS02-NBR. Printed information REED TECHNOLOGY - Everything you need in one book! MEDER Databook Complete book including all specifications applications and everything you need to know about Reed Switch Technology. MEDER Shortform Overview of all Parts and specifications Datasheets are available on the webpage! Flyers for different applications on request! MEDER Website You can find more information on our website www.meder.com It‘s inside…everywhere! Many thanks for your attention