ifm efector is a world leader in manufacturing sensors and controls for industrial automation. Founded in 1969, ifm has developed and produced sensors and controls that focus on adding value to production automation. ifm’s offers an array of products from 3D Smart Sensors, which provide a unique imaging solution that enables automated machines to perceive their environment in 3D. It is designed to simplify case completeness verification, box dimensioning, fork pocket detection and other applications. Or ifm’s RFID DTE identification system that tracks and controls products, reads and writes data at high speed, and connects to all common PLC's and industrial bus systems. Our sensors are equipped with IO-Link technology providing transmission of accurate machine equipment data in real-time. ifm’s dedication to innovation, quality and customer support has made it a global leader in sensors and controls.