Banner Engineering

Banner Engineering We are a worldwide leader in process automation and industrial automation.

06/01/2026

The challenge isn't responding to alarms.

It's identifying issues before alarms occur.

Mechanical degradation, electrical anomalies, changing environmental conditions, and performance shifts often develop gradually across critical infrastructure.

Banner helps data center teams expand visibility across the assets and conditions that impact uptime most, helping them identify emerging risks earlier and focus resources where they matter most.

Explore our Solutions for Data Centers brochure:https://info.bannerengineering.com/cs/groups/public/documents/literature/b_51970580.pdf

📚 Class is in session. The best research happens beyond the screen.When you’re evaluating automation solutions, nothing ...
05/28/2026

📚 Class is in session. The best research happens beyond the screen.

When you’re evaluating automation solutions, nothing compares to seeing the technology in action. Spec sheets, videos, and webinars are a great starting point, but trade shows give you the opportunity to experience products firsthand, ask questions in real time, and discover what’s possible for your operation.

That’s where the real learning begins.

At industry trade shows, you can:
🔎 See live demos and real-world applications
🤝 Talk directly with engineers and product experts
⚡ Compare technologies side by side
🛠 Explore solutions built for your specific challenges
💡 Walk away with ideas you can actually apply

Whether you’re researching connectivity, sensing, machine safety, industrial networking, or complete automation solutions, getting hands-on with the technology is one of the most valuable steps in the decision-making process.

Banner Engineering is heading to trade shows across the country this year, and we’d love to connect with you.

👉 Explore where Banner will be next on our Trade Shows & Events page. https://www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/company/tradeshows.html?utm_campaign=trade-show&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=trade-show-lp

05/27/2026

We’re officially LESS THAN ONE MONTH away from and Banner Engineering is getting ready to bring the energy to Chicago.

This year, we’re inviting attendees to take on our interactive “Follow the Cable” Challenge at the Banner booth. Explore connected solutions across the booth and discover how Banner Connectivity products help power smarter automation from sensor to system.

Whether you’re returning to Automate or attending for the first time, make sure Banner Engineering is on your must-visit list.

📍 Automate 2026
📅 June 22–25, 2026
🏢 McCormick Place Convention Center | Chicago, IL
📌 North Hall | Booth #24046

🎟 Register for FREE and get ready to experience automation in action. https://ow.ly/kRTc50Z4NPH

Who’s coming to Automate 2026? 👀

🚨 Visit Banner at Booth J10 🚨Join us at the National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Exhibition in Dublin and see how Banne...
05/26/2026

🚨 Visit Banner at Booth J10 🚨

Join us at the National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Exhibition in Dublin and see how Banner Engineering is helping material handling operations improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency through smart automation solutions.

From sensors and machine vision to industrial wireless, safety, and condition monitoring, Banner partners with leading OEMs, integrators, and fulfillment operations worldwide to solve today’s toughest automation challenges.

📍 RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin, Ireland
📅 May 27–28, 2026
🏢 Booth J10

Stop by the booth, meet the team, and discover solutions designed to keep your operations running at peak performance.

🔗 https://ow.ly/2sZA50Z4jxS

05/22/2026

Some sensors come and go.
Others become a go-to solution for manufacturers year after year.

The QS18 Series has earned its place as one of Banner Engineering’s most trusted photoelectric sensors by delivering reliable detection across countless applications and industries.

Why has the QS18 stood the test of time?

Because it’s built to solve real-world sensing challenges.

✔ Detect clear, reflective, dark, or irregular targets
✔ Perform reliably in harsh industrial environments
✔ Adapt to a wide range of applications and sensing modes
✔ Simplify installation with a universal housing design
✔ Deliver dependable detection line after line, year after year

From conveyor jam detection and package inspection to bottle detection and baggage handling, the QS18 continues to help manufacturers keep operations running efficiently.

Learn more about the QS18 Series: https://ow.ly/oQZm50Z3flt

05/21/2026

Big detection performance can come in a very small package.

The Q2X Series Miniature Sensor is proof that compact sensors can still solve big detection challenges.

Tight machine spaces?
Small targets?
Dark or reflective objects?
Fast-moving applications?

Bring it on.

With its miniature housing and multiple sensing modes, the Q2X is designed to fit where larger sensors can’t while still delivering reliable, precise detection across a wide range of applications.

Learn more about the Q2X Series: https://ow.ly/6CL350Z2rFN

Not all sensing challenges are easy to see.Dark targets can absorb large amounts of light, making reliable detection dif...
05/20/2026

Not all sensing challenges are easy to see.

Dark targets can absorb large amounts of light, making reliable detection difficult for many standard sensors. Add dark backgrounds, changing conditions, or high-speed processes, and the challenge becomes even greater.

Applications like these demand more than basic sensing. They require technology built for difficult detection environments.

✔ Detect black objects against black backgrounds
✔ Improve reliability in low-contrast applications
✔ Detect dark materials at high speeds
✔ Reduce missed detections and false triggers

Banner Engineering offers multiple sensing technologies designed to solve these demanding applications:

🔹 Q5X with high excess gain for reliable detection of extremely dark targets
🔹 Q4X distance-based sensing for low-contrast applications
🔹 VS8 with Blue LED technology for detecting targets that absorb traditional red light

From automotive manufacturing to solar applications, Banner sensors help manufacturers improve accuracy, reduce downtime, and keep production moving.

Read the full application overview and explore the featured products: https://ow.ly/Mwio50Z2gwp

Clear object detection is one of the toughest sensing challenges in manufacturing.Transparent bottles. Reflective packag...
05/19/2026

Clear object detection is one of the toughest sensing challenges in manufacturing.

Transparent bottles. Reflective packaging. Shiny surfaces. Fast-moving conveyors. Even small variations in material, shape, or lighting can lead to inconsistent detection, false triggers, or missed targets.

That’s why choosing the right sensing technology matters.

Banner Engineering offers multiple solutions designed specifically for reliable clear object detection across demanding applications:

🔹 Q4X Laser Distance Sensor
Built for demanding washdown and hygienic environments, the Q4X uses dual mode sensing with both distance and intensity to reliably detect clear and reflective targets without requiring a reflector.

🔹 Q5X Laser Distance Sensor
Ideal for challenging applications requiring precise detection of clear and reflective targets without a reflector. Dual teach mode uses both distance and light intensity for reliable performance.

🔹 QS18 Clear Object Detection Sensor
A cost-effective photoelectric solution designed specifically for clear object detection with Clear Tracking technology that helps compensate for dust buildup and environmental changes.

From beverage lines to packaging operations, Banner sensors help manufacturers improve reliability, reduce downtime, and keep production moving.

Read the full application overview and explore the featured products: https://ow.ly/OUqs50Z1H88

Detection is one of the most important and overlooked parts of industrial automation.When sensors miss targets, detect i...
05/18/2026

Detection is one of the most important and overlooked parts of industrial automation.

When sensors miss targets, detect inconsistently, or struggle with difficult materials, the impact shows up everywhere:
♦️ Unplanned downtime
♦️ Product jams
♦️ Scrap and rework
♦️ Slower throughput
♦️ Operator intervention

And today’s production environments make detection harder than ever.

Discover Banner Solutions: https://ow.ly/YtyU50Z1eQ7

When connectivity gets complicated, projects slow down.Working with multiple vendors, mismatched components, and unclear...
05/15/2026

When connectivity gets complicated, projects slow down.

Working with multiple vendors, mismatched components, and unclear specs can turn simple installs into time-consuming challenges.

Banner Connectivity solutions are designed to simplify it:
✔ One source for cordsets, connectors, and accessories
✔ Consistent quality across your system
✔ Options that fit your application without the guesswork

If you’re looking to streamline your next project, let’s talk.

https://www.bannerengineering.com/us/en/forms/contact-us.html?utm_campaign=connectivity&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=contact-us

Address

9714 10th Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN
55441

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17635443164

Website

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