Trans-Tek, Inc.
Temposonics, LLC
Omron
nke WATTECO
Monnit
Hokuyo Electric
Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
Concord Sensors LLC
Autonics Corporation
AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration (STC)

10 Area Sensor Manufacturers in 2024

This section provides an overview for area sensors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 area sensor manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked area sensor companies as of March, 2024: 1.Concord Sensors LLC, 2.Trans-Tek, Inc., 3.AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration (STC).

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List of 10 Area Sensor Manufacturers

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    • Concord Sensors LLC
      • United States of America Address: 25 Commerce Drive Franklin, New Hampshire, United States of America

      Manufacturer Overview

      Concord Sensors LLC, established in 2012 and based in Franklin, New Hampshire, United States, is a manufacturer of current, position and speed sensors. The company offers advanced magnetic sensors for consumer, medical, automotive and industrial applications. The company uses programmable sensor technology and hall effect technology to design and program magnetic sensors. The company uses Helmholz coils for the accuracy and precision of sensors. The company also program various devices such as Melexis Switch, Latch and Linear Hall and Triaxis Sensors, Micronas HAL series devices, AMS Linear, Rotary and 3D Position Sensors and Infineon Linear Hall Sensor.

    • Monnit
      • United States of America Address: 3400 South West Temple, South Salt Lake, Utah, United States of America

      Manufacturer Overview

      Monnit, a private American company started in 2010, is a manufacturer of wireless sensors and IoT data solutions for enterprise remote monitoring worldwide. The company has deep roots as a global IoT supplier with over 52,000 customers, over 39 billion data readings, and more than 2,000 product SKUs. Through modular design, dynamic production, and global distribution, they thrive in smart-device manufacturing. The actionable data they provide—anytime, anywhere—is the solution for virtually any application or use case, and it's IoT data that fuels the most rewarding business solutions.

    • Temposonics, LLC
      • United States of America Address: 3001 Sheldon Drive, Cary, North Carolina, United States of America

      Manufacturer Overview

      Temposonics, founded in Ludenscheid, Germany, in 1951 is a manufacturer of linear position sensors & liquid level transmitters. The company's product portfolio includes Mobile Hydraulics, position sensors, Temposonics, and Liquid level measurement equipment. Their products are used in industries such as industrial automation, robotics, automotive, and aerospace and find applications in chemical processing, water treatment, and oil and gas. They also provide services including product selection, installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.

    • Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.
      • Japan Address: 325-6, Sunayama-cho, Naka-ku, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka, Japan

      Manufacturer Overview

      Hamamatsu Photonics K.K., established in 1953 and headquartered in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a manufacturer of sensors and emitters for both visible and invisible light. It stocks products like LEDs, lamps, and photodiodes used in several industries, including consumer electronics, dental imaging, and environmental monitoring. The sensor and light source components are also available as modules and units that can be incorporated into systems the company develops, like optical measurement systems or imaging systems. The ISO 9001-certified company stocks over 15,000 devices, units, and systems that ship to over 100 destinations worldwide, and it has ten research and production bases.

    • Autonics Corporation

      Manufacturer Overview

      Autonics Corporation, established in 1977 and based in Busan, South Korea, is a developer and manufacturer of automation products, which are marketed worldwide. Some of its products include sensors, peripheral connection equipment, motion devices, control devices, and process automation instruments. The automation products are used in various industries, including automotive, packaging, machine tools, metal, and marine. The company has 12 international offices spanning over 100 countries, a fully automated warehouse system, and various international quality certifications, including RoHS, CE, UL, and EAC. Its safety products meet the functional safety standards IEC 61508 and mechanical safety standards ISO 13849.

    • Omron

      Manufacturer Overview

      Omron Corporation, started in 1933 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of automation components, equipment, and systems, and it developed the first contactless proximity switch in 1960. It has four domains, including industrial automation, electronic components, healthcare, and social systems, and it provides products and services in around 120 countries and regions. Some of its products include microsensing devices, access control systems, industrial robots, surveillance cameras, and blood pressure monitors. In 1971, it developed the first online cash machine, and in 1972, it established Japan’s first welfare factory.

    • Trans-Tek, Inc.

      Manufacturer Overview

      Trans-Tek, Inc., established in 1967, based in Ellington, Connecticut, is a manufacturer of linear and angular displacement and linear velocity transducers. The company’s main products are Linear Sensors, based on LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer) technology. Services provided include finding the right position or velocity sensor to meet a customer’s demanding requirements, technical representatives to assist in problem solving, and various delivering needs. The company’s aim is to provide transducer products that measure to any tough sensing applications and delivery requirements.

    • AMETEK Sensors, Test & Calibration (STC)

      Manufacturer Overview

      AMETEK Factory Automation was established in 1985 in Clawson, MI, and is a manufacturer and developer of process position feedback solutions within linear and rotary position feedback. The portfolio includes analyzers, pressure sensors, level sensors, temperature sensors, flow sensors, and more. The company is operating its capacity to service architects, building owners, and contractors globally with operating units and offices in the US, Canada, Australia, Belgium, the UK, the Middle East, Mexico, and China, also sales in more than 50 countries. For all of the equipment it sells, the company offers installation support, startup services, and maintenance contracts.

    • Hokuyo Electric
      • Japan Address: Higobashi Union Building, 1-9-6 Edobori, Nishi-ku Osaka-shi, Osaka, Japan

      Company Overview

      Hokuyo Electric, founded in 1946 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of automation technology. The company develops automation technology with products such as counters, photoelectric sensors and automatic doors for factory automation systems and various production processes. These sensors and optical data transmission devices are integrated into many industrial sectors such as textiles, and transportation systems. The company complies with the ISO 9001 and 14001 standards for quality and environmental management, and its control devices comply with the RoHS Directive.

Area Sensor Manufacturer Ranking

*Including some distributors, etc.

Derivation Method

The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the area sensor page as of March 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.

Number of Employees

  1. Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.: 3,766
  2. Hokuyo Electric: 240

Newly Established Company

  1. Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.: 1953 (71 years ago)
  2. Hokuyo Electric: 1946 (78 years ago)

Company with a History

  1. Hokuyo Electric: 1946 (78 years ago)
  2. Hamamatsu Photonics K.K.: 1953 (71 years ago)

Area Sensor Manufacturers in United States

*Including some distributors, etc.

Global Distribution of Area Sensor Manufacturers by Country

*Including some distributors, etc.

Country Number of Companies Share (%)
United States of America United States of America 3 60.0%
Japan Japan 2 40.0%

List of Area Sensor Products

9 products are listed.

Pal Giken Co., Ltd.

FMCW type radio station license application No required microwave invasion monitoring sensor

■ Invasion monitoring sensor that can measure distance strongly in the natural environment Unlike the conventional doppler method and infrared bloc...


2 models listed

Pal Giken Co., Ltd.

Simple installation of 3D radio waves that are resistant to outdoor natural environments microwave multi -span sensor

■ Corresponding to various needs from simple installation to permanent security in factories and equipment The microwave multi-span sensor BSS200-P...


1 model listed

Pal Giken Co., Ltd.

Multi -stage installation of up to 4 stages of terrorist security measures microwave smart sensors

■ Terrorism countermeasures in important infrastructure such as power plants and airports 3D Radio Walls surely catch terrorists The microwave smar...


1 model listed

Pal Giken Co., Ltd.

High weather resistance Ethernet compatible microwave safety monitoring sensor

■ Safety monitoring sensor using microwaves with high weather resistance ・ Because it uses radio waves (microwaves), it is resistant to weather co...


2 models listed

Links Inc.

Striped projection 3D area sensor GOCATOR3200 series

Standard model ■ Features ・ Scan the 3D shape with one shot ・ Usable medium view type ・ Fastest scan speed: 6Hz ・ 2 Mega Pixel stereo cameras ...


1 model listed

Links Inc.

Striped projection 3D area sensor GOCATOR3500 series

High -precision model ■ Features ・ Scan the 3D shape with one shot ・ Fastest scan speed: 6Hz ・ 5 megapixel stereo cameras ・ Minimum XY resolut...


2 models listed

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