SICK position sensors are used for millimeter-accurate positioning in the storage and conveyor industries. The DMP2 operates with reflectors and allows for positioning at a distance between 200 mm and 2,000 mm. The DMP3 operates with cameras and can position at distances between 200 mm and 350 mm.

IFM features a wide variety of sensors. Proximity sensors, which are offered in both inductive and magnetic models, can be used for position feedback on automated machinery, while cylinder sensors determine the end-of-stroke position in cylinders. The company's photoelectric and laser sensors detect positions from long-range, while its fiber optics sensors do so in limited space. Finally, capacitative proximity sensors detect the position of non-metallic targets, such as glass, plastic, paper, or wood.

Laser Technology manufactures a variety of laser sensors, including the ULS APD-G universal sensor, which has four measurement modes and user selectable output power and frequency. The Impulse XL Industrial Sensor 12-V is an ultra-long rang option; it includes a 4x zoom scope, LCD readout, and serial connectivity. The Industrial Wide Beam Sensor is designed for applications limited to 4 to 20 mA output requirements, such as collision avoidance and proximity detection, and the Impulse 100 LR Industrial Sensor 12-VDC is a portable option that includes a 1x scope, hand strap, and padded carrying case.

Fife makes an assortment of sensors to provide positioning data for electromechanical, electrohydraulic, pneumohydraulic, and manual applications. The Pro-Trac 100 Electromechanical (EM) Sensor Positioner offers a maximum length of 65"; it can be remote-control operated, and provides a digital readout in inches or millimeters, up to three digits. The Pro-Trac 200 is a heavy-duty positioner engineered for continuous operation, such as in chasing systems or moving-sensor center guide systems. The EM-8 can handle loads up to 1252 lbs, with strokes from 2" to 6", and can be fitted with hydraulic cylinders or electromechanical actuators. The EM-11 provides sensor mounting spans up to 60" with standard strokes up to 16". The M-12 Manual Sensor Positioner can be used for most fixed sensor center guiding applications, and offers strokes up to 32" to accommodate total web width variations up to 64".