Siemens AG    Munich D-80333  Germany
May 17, 2013 Available for rated loads of 350 and 500 tons, Siwarex WL270 K-S CA is suitable for use in container and hopper scales. Unit is available in optional version for temperatures from -30 to +250°C, as well as compression version with strain gauge bridge in redundant design. Siwarex WL260 SP-S SC and SB, featuring IP68 and IP69K ratings, respectively, comply with stringent hygiene requirements. Units are suitable for platform sizes up to 800 x 800 mm and 350 x 350 mm, respectively.

Omega Engineering, Inc.    Stamford, CT 06907
May 02, 2013 Suited for wet or washdown applications, LSHD Series load cells have stainless steel construction for harsh industrial environments with 1% interchangeability for scale applications. High-accuracy units feature 3 m cable, with longer lengths available. They are also suited for use in industries involving chemicals, water, and petroleum.

Omega Engineering, Inc.    Stamford, CT 06907
Apr 24, 2013 Fully encapsulated for protection from environment, KFH Series features 50 mm PTFE cable before transitioning to AWG 28 leads to prevent leads from adhering during installation. Linear gages are available with 0.3–20 mm grids, while XY gages and 0°/45°/90° planar rosettes have 0.6–6 mm grids. Featuring rugged polyimide carrier, series is suited for R/D and automotive industries where stress analysis of suspension components is necessary.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
Apr 02, 2013 Available in standard capacities from 5,000–100,000 lb with combined accuracies from <0.04% to <0.06%, Series 1400 Dual Bridge, Fatigue Rated Load Cells are designed for aircraft structural, lifetime, and fatigue testing applications. Dual output feature offers sensor redundancy and ability to provide control feedback from one bridge while other is used for data acquisition. With moment compensation, accurate output is maintained in presence of eccentric loading and side loads.

Kitagawa Div. North Tech Workholding, Inc.    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Mar 26, 2013 By measuring holding force of clamped jaws and RPM, wireless digital grip force gauge helps improve and monitor performance of chucks. Turning-center force sensor is available in 72 mm version capable of measuring 2- and 3- jaw chucks or 125 mm version that can measure 2-, 3-, and 4 jaw chucks. Sensor can be used to measure chuck when it is static or dynamic, increasing opportunities for accurate readings and preventative maintenance checks.

LCM Systems Ltd.    Isle of Wight PO30 5GY  United Kingdom
Feb 28, 2013 Manufactured in lightweight aluminum alloy, STA-7 Tension/Compression Load Cells come in 6 standard versions with rated loads of 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, and 50 kg. Integral overload stops are supplied on all ranges up to 5 kg, protecting against accidental damage up to 500% of load cell range. Standard metric threads at each end accept universal mating spherical rod-end bearings. Applications include hanging scales, material test machines, motor dynamometers, and general force measurement.

Sensortech Corporation    Pendleton,, SC 29670
Feb 13, 2013 Designed for improving total knee arthroplasty (TKA) surgeries, Force Check Knee Replacement Smart Insert provides real-time condyle contact pressure (force) as well as contact location and contact patch movement tracking throughout flexion test. Orthopedic knee alignment product features FDA-approved Bluetooth 4 low energy technology and FDA-approved plastics technology and can readily adapt to all TKA replacement components.

Strainsert Co.    West Conshohocken, PA 19428 2793
Feb 05, 2013 Available via quick ship program, CPA Series utilizes internal strain gage transducer process, offering precision force measurement by replacing existing shear pins, clevis bolts, load pins, shear axles, and many other types of pinned joints in aerospace, automotive, marine, and military applications. In addition to standard load pin lines, Strainsert offers custom services, where sensors are designed, manufactured, and tested for unique customer applications.

Interlink Electronics Inc.    Camarillo, CA 93012
Jan 25, 2013 Force, position, and mouse pointing sensors of AM™ Sensor Line offer hard coated film with antimicrobial protection. Products include VersaPad® input touchpad for finger-tip based cursor pointing or stylus-based pen input for electronics signature and character recognition applications, Force Sensing Linear Potentiometer Sensor for simultaneous capture of position and force, and Ring Sensor. Latter is used for capturing rotary position and enables intuitive scrolling and menu navigation.

Mark-10 Corp.    Copiague, NY 11726
Jan 16, 2013 With range of capacities from 0.12–500 lbf, Series 7 addresses tension and compression applications in medical device, pharmaceutical, packaging, consumer products, automotive, and aerospace industries. Gauges provide high-speed continuous data capture and storage, with memory for up to 5,000 readings, at acquisition rate up to 14,000 Hz. Additional features include programmable footswitch command string, break detection, and 1st / 2nd peak detection.

AMETEK Test & Calibration Instruments    Largo, FL 33773
Jan 10, 2013 Using linear guide technology, pre-loaded ball screws, and software compensation systems to promote precision displacement measurement, CHATILLON® CS225 and CS1100 are, respectively, 225 and 1,124 lbf, single-column machines with 180 and 150 mm throat depths. Both machines, used for tensile, compression, sheer, flexural, or multi-stage testing, feature 8.9 in. industrial-grade touchscreen (IP65) designed for continuous operation by users of all levels in production environment.

Mark-10 Corp.    Copiague, NY 11726
Nov 27, 2012 Designed for basic tension and compression force testing, Series 2 provides accuracy better than ±0.5% of full scale with overload protection to 150% of capacity and sampling rate of 500 Hz. Gauges are equipped with backlit graphic display and intuitive menu structure for quick access to features and parameters. Powered by 9 V battery or optional AC adapter, gauges have overall dimensions of 2.5 x 3.9 x 1.5 in. Design allows for handheld use or mounting to test stand or fixture.

LCM Systems Ltd.    Isle of Wight PO30 5GY  United Kingdom
Nov 21, 2012 Manufactured from high tensile aluminum, Series SILL and RILL have steel bushed shackle holes to ensure they are hardwearing. Self Indicating Link Load Cell features integral display, and applied weight or force can be shown in t, kg, lb, or kN, as selected by user. Built-in alarm will also warn operator when applied level is met. Using license-free 2.4 GHz radio, RILL link load cells are supplied with battery-powered handheld indicator that displays load in tonne.

Hoggan Scientific    Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Nov 13, 2012 Suited for ergonomists, engineers, and other industry professionals, ergoFET push pull force gauge includes measurement information that improves data collection for ergonomic and engineering assessments. Supplementing standard output measurements, included information covers average force of test and sustained force. Instrument can measure force up to 300 lb from multiple directions at once, features LCD windows with brightness control, and can hold up to 30 tests.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
Oct 26, 2012 Featuring microsecond response time with resonant frequencies to 500 kHz, Model 137B23 quartz blast pressure pencil probe measures blast pressure in free-field or closed bunker arenas to obtain peak pressure, total impulse, shockwave, and time-of-arrival measurements often used to study blast effects on structures, vehicles, and humans. Integrated ICP® technology features microelectronics, and 5 V output signal can drive cable runs, hundreds of feet long, to safe zone for data acquisition.

Stellar Technology, Inc.    Amherst, NY 14228
Oct 10, 2012 Constructed of stainless steel with through-hole design, Series MIN845 is available in ranges from 2,500–125,000 lb. Bonded foil strain gauge force sensors provide BFSL accuracy of 2.0% and mV/V output as standard. Fully welded and shock- and vibration-resistant, units are supplied with set of top and bottom washers to ensure even loading. Load cells can be mated with in-line and DIN rail-mount signal conditioners to provide current or voltage outputs.

Mark-10 Corp.    Copiague, NY 11726
Sep 13, 2012 Suitable for production environments, Series TT02 tests manual and electric torque screwdrivers, wrenches, and other tools. Product captures peak torque in both measurement directions and also calculates first and second peaks. Sampling rate of 7,000 Hz and accuracy of ±0.3% lend to reliable, consistent test results. Available with 12, 50, and 100 lb-in. torque capacities, tool has universal 3/8 in. square receptacle that accepts common bits and attachments.

Omega Engineering, Inc.    Stamford, CT 06907
Sep 10, 2012 Available in capacities of 5, 10, 20, and 100 kg, LCPB Series is normally installed in sets of 3 or 4 under platform in conjunction with sum network. Load cells feature low-profile, all aluminum construction, making them suitable for OEM applications and scale design where space is limited, such as postal scales, airport baggage scales, or retail checkout scales.

Alliance Scale Inc.    Canton, MA 02021
Aug 20, 2012 Manufactured from stainless steel, tool steel, or aluminum, depending upon type, Alliance/Rice Lake Weigh Load Cells include single-ended beams for low profile scales and process applications; double-ended beams for vehicle, tank, and hopper weighing from center of cell; or S-beams for general purpose suspended weighing. Canisters operate by compression for weighing vehicles, tanks, and hoppers. Each cell carries OIML, NTEP, and ATEX approvals, depending upon model.

Hydratight    Cranford, NJ 07016
Aug 13, 2012 Equipped with display featuring 2.4 x 1.8 in. viewable area, BoltScope Pro can measure bolt load, elongation, stress, and percentage of strain at nanosecond intervals with ±0.00001 in. resolution. Loaded and unloaded bolt readings can be compared instantly, and as many as 8,000 readings can be stored in multiple groups for detailed comparisons. Also, battery-powered unit can be configured for linear regression or vector readings to assist load measurement optimization.