Ametek Chatillon, Test & Calibration Instruments Div.
Largo, FL 33773
Jul 17, 2008 Designed for TAPlus texture analyzer, Kramer Type Shear Cell can measure bulk shear and extrusion forces of meat, fruit, and cereals where samples have irregular shapes and sizes or forces are too high. It has 5 parallel steel blades, which are driven down through guide slots into rectangular container with corresponding slots in base. Operating from ambient temperature up to 100°C with maximum capacity of 225 lbf and minimum load cell of 22.5 lbf, unit is fitted with spill container.

AMETEK Test & Calibration Instruments
Largo, FL 33773
Jul 11, 2008 Enabling users to perform simple or multi-variable testing without any computer or complex software, CHATILLON® TCD225 Series consists of console, rugged frame with closed-loop motion control system, and intelligent load sensing system with measuring accuracies better than 0.1% full scale. It collects data at 1,000 samples/sec, and sample rate can be configured from 1-1,000 Hz. Data can be used to plot graphical results or downloaded automatically to any USB flash drive.

Tractel, Inc., Griphoist Div.
Canton, MA 02021
May 13, 2008 Dynafor LLX2 load indicators feature cross-plane design where upper and lower attachment points are positioned 90° from each other allowing articulation in 2 planes. Available display options include lb, short ton, metric ton, Kg, Kn, and daN, with accuracy of .1%. Other features include 2.4 GHz ZIGBEE connection between sensor and display with 260 ft range, ability to monitor up to 8 sensors, and weather protection to NEMA 4X (IP66) for sensor, IP54 for display.

Lloyd Instruments Ltd. Forum House
Hampshire Hants  United Kingdom
Dec 17, 2007 Materials testing fixture measures force required for carton erection from flat, folded carton blanks. Measurements can be used to set up operating conditions for automatic carton erection machines. Device has V-shaped grooved rollers which retain grip on box yet allow box axis to rotate as it opens. Designed for compression testing using LFPlus single column universal materials testing machine, it is suitable for use with range of carton blanks.

Kistler Instrumente AG
  Switzerland
Dec 05, 2007 Designed for measuring forces and moments on tires for trucks and other heavy goods vehicles, RoaDyn® S6HT TT (Tire Testing) is rotating 6-component measuring system for wheel and tire test that can be used like measuring hub. It offers measuring range of up to 220 and 100 kN in radial and axial direction, respectively. Modified outer part with different bolt patterns and adapter flange allows standard wheels to be mounted.

Sky-Trax, Inc.
New Castle, DE 19720
Nov 02, 2007 Model PD-1C Pallet Detector(TM) utilizes optoelectronic devices for sensing of LOAD and NO LOAD conditions on-board forklift trucks. With low power consumption and heavy-duty SS construction, it offers adjustable sensitivity and ON/OFF trigger points for repeatable placement of loads on forklifts. System assures drivers correct pallet placement on forks where pallet and fork visibility is restricted.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.
Depew, NY 14043 2495
Apr 17, 2007 Intended for process monitoring/control applications, In-Process Force Measurement system consists of Series M240 ICP® Strain Sensor and Model 410A01 ICP® signal conditioner. System features Peak Hold that allows older PLC systems to stay in synch with high-speed production cycles, while signal conditioner captures/holds peak reading until PLC can scan for value. Solid-state relay resets peak hold value, ensuring high reliability force measurement for fast machine cycles.

Tekscan, Inc.
South Boston, MA 02127
Sep 25, 2006 Promoting flexibility of use for force and pressure sensors in product research, quality assurance, and testing applications, Wireless ELF(TM) enables laptop or PC to capture and store force data from event up to 200 ft away. It combines 0.008 in. thin piezoresistive FlexiForce® single-element load sensors with USB-powered hub, battery-operated transmitter, and software that displays real-time data in pounds, grams, or Newtons. Users can view data digitally or in chart format.

Dillon, Inc., A Div. Of Avery Weigh-Tronix
Fairmont, MN 56031-1439
Nov 15, 2005 Quick-Check Tension Meter incorporates loadcell with LCD display that instantly calculates tension of guy wires, overhead wires, and elevator cables. With sheaves that accommodate rated wire sizes of 3/16-¾ in., lever-operated meter does not require manual calculation, lookup tables, or conversion charts and is available in 2 tension capacities up to 8,000 lb/35 kN/3,500 kg. Handheld unit offers on-board storage for up to 15 calibrations.

Load Cell Central
Monroeton, PA 18832
Sep 27, 2005 Suited for force measurement applications, Duramount 21 load cell weighing assembly measures tension and compression with capacity from 0.3-50 kgs. It comes with short cable for OEM applications, or it can be optioned with connector and mate with 5, 10, 25, or 50 ft of cable. User can add unlimited mounting configurations in field by removing arms to drill and tap additional holes without damaging load cell.

Mark-10 Corp.
Hicksville, NY 11801
Aug 16, 2005 Model ESMH horizontal test stand is designed for tension, compression, and friction testing. Modular unit, which incorporates limit switches and digital travel display, allows for various testing setups, while its metal enclosure helps prevent internal damage from spillage or dust. Capable of remote control operation, unit can perform tests at speeds from 0.2–50 ipm. Stepper motor control eliminates speed variation with load.

Norbar USA, Inc.
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
May 16, 2005 USM-2 Ultrasonic Bolt Meter with operating software v1.6 provides precise measurement of elongation and load in threaded fasteners from 1 in. to 50 ft long made of any metal material. Field-portable unit features onboard flash memory that stores up to 5 elongation and load measurements for each bolt to verify multiple pass tightening procedures. Integral data recorder stores bolt information and makes it available for download through RS232 port.

Mark-10 Corp.
Hicksville, NY 11801
May 10, 2005 Utilizing rigid column that minimizes bend, TSFM500 is designed for compression and tension testing of springs, packaging, metals, and fabrics. Clearance and throat depth accommodate variety of sample shapes and sizes, and remote control unit adds to testing safety. Along with 0.2–5.5 ipm user-selectable speed range, product has stepper motor design that eliminates speed variation with load. Digital travel display and set of limit switches are options.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.
Malvern, PA 19355 2143
Apr 21, 2005 RFS 3 system continuously monitors and displays roll separating and differential balance forces. It also provides local and remote indications of Metal in Mill and Mill Overload. Roll force measurement system utilizes 4 AST 3P signal transmitters and 2 or 4 BLH Type E-4 semiconductor extensometers. Each of 4 AST 3P transmitters can be configured to output via its analog port for 0–10 V, 4–20 mA, or 0–20 mA to represent any computed values.

Sensor Products Inc.
Madison, NJ 07940
Mar 23, 2005 Tactilus® foot platform and insole electronic pressure measurement sensors enable medical professionals to detect, diagnose, and monitor patients with plantar abnormalities. Software generates statistical information and dynamic 2D and 3D profile images while also profiling plantar pressure distribution and magnitude. Foot platform evaluates shoe-to-ground interaction for both feet, while insole systems assess foot-to-shoe interaction.

Paul N. Gardner Co., Inc.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 6608
Apr 21, 2004 LITEMATIC VL-50A uses measuring force of 0.01 N to measure plastic, rubber, film, contact lenses, springs, and thin metallic parts where measuring force can deflect materials, causing errors. Unit offers accuracy of .00004 in./1 µm on total range of 2 in./50 mm at resolution of .0000005 in./0.01 µm.

Mark-10 Corp.
Hicksville, NY 11801
Jun 24, 2003 Model TSF can test up to 1,000 lb of force and accepts variety of force gauges, fixtures, and optional digital travel display. Movable table has tapped holes on surface for fixture mounting. Stand weighs 32 lb and measures 32 x 10 x 9.5 in. Modular design allows it to be used as component of larger or automated systems. Applications include material testing, spring testing, and product integrity testing.

ADMET
Norwood, MA 02062
Jun 23, 2003 Suited for measuring peak load during tension, compression, and flexure tests, pi Peak Load Indicator offers live load, peak load, and optional load rate display. Product exceeds ASTM E4 accuracy requirements and offers password protected, software programmable calibration, which is stored in permanent nonvolatile memory. Auto-Test-Reset function enables remote onsite testing. Pre-wired pressure transducers and LVDT conditioning modules are also available.

Transducer Techniques
Temecula, CA 92590
Apr 04, 2003 TLL Tension Load Cell and PHM-100 Portable Hand-Held Transducer Indicator system is for industrial and OEM force measurement and weighing applications. PHM-100 has Peak Hold feature that captures at less than 1 msec and operates on 9 V battery for 60 hr. Inline TLL is constructed from stainless and offered in ranges from 5,000 to 50,000 lb.

Transducer Techniques
Temecula, CA 92590
Feb 04, 2003 System GS0/DPM-3 combines GS0 Precision Gram Sensor and Model DPM-3 Panel Mount Meter. DPM-3 can be scaled to 5 digits, samples 60 readings per second, and features analog output and true peak reading capability. GS0 tension and compresssion sensor is offered in ranges from 10–1,000 g. Accuracies are consistent with strain gage based load cells.