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Digital Force Tester is designed for low force applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 07:36:33 -0500

Suited for applications in production, quality control/assurance, and engineering with measurement capacities of less 112 lbf, TCD110 Series digital force tester features intelligent load sensing system with measuring accuracies greater than 0.1% full scale. It also features common TCD Console with large, high resolution color graphical display featuring menus, function and numeric keys, and status indicators that assist users in setup, operation, and analysis.

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Gauges provide force testing for variety of industries.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 07:44:58 -0500

Ergonomically designed DART 2.0 FGV-XY Series is suited for incoming quality inspection, finished goods testing, research and development, and other force-related applications. USB port and 1,000 point memory allows for data export in real-time or after testing is complete. With reversible display, user can read gauge in both handheld and test stand mounted positions.

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Shear Cell is designed for texture analysis.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:41:42 -0500

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.

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Digital Force Tester is lightweight and portable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:37:58 -0500

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.

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Jig measures force required for box forming.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 07:44:30 -0500

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.

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Wheel-Measuring System suits heavy-load vehicles.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 07:50:07 -0500

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.

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Electrode Force Gauge targets car manufacturers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 07:46:37 -0500

Mounted in robot cells, Model KR1000 allows automated checking of weld gun electrode force for obtaining optimum weld strength and equipment life. Unit is intended to work with robots that have Bosch welding controllers and to be direct plug-and-play replacement to other gauges with poor reliability. Certified as Class III, instrument is calibrated to National Physical Laboratory Standards with accuracy rated as typically 0.5% or less of full scale.

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Force Measurement System is suited for PLCs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 07:47:56 -0500

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.

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Force Gauge targets metal fabrication industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 07:04:15 -0500

Specifically designed for measuring force between electrodes in resistance welders, Swivel Head Force Gauge features 0-1,000 kg range, which is changeable between kg, N, and lb. Swiveling and rotating head assembly allows access to weld electrode configurations in tight spaces. Classified as accurate to 0.2% of reading, gauge has automatic peak hold facility, one-button zeroing, and safety handle that prevents operator injury in event electrodes are misaligned.

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Load Measurement System offers wireless functionality.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 07:53:26 -0500

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.

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Test System tests child-resistant closures.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 08:12:46 -0500

Able to simultaneously measure downward force and release torque applied to closure, Child-Resistant Closure Tester is suitable for identifying designs of closures which present insufficient challenge to child, or too great physical challenge to elderly or infirm adult. Operator may apply top-load of up to 110 lbf and torque of up to 90 lbf in. Peak values can be downloaded via RS232 output to printers, dataloggers, or PCs for archiving and analysis.

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Weighing Assembly provides 0.025% full scale accuracy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 27 Sep 2005 07:05:23 -0500

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.

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Motorized Force Tester has 50 lb capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 16 Aug 2005 08:47:34 -0500

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 0.2â�"50 ipm. Stepper motor control eliminates speed variation with load.

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Ultrasonic Bolt Meter provides measurement stability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 16 May 2005 07:52:17 -0500

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.

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Motorized Force Tester features 500 lbf capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 10 May 2005 07:47:58 -0500

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 0.2â�"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.

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Roll Force Meter uses 4 configurable signal transmitters.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 21 Apr 2005 07:54:25 -0500

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 0â�"10 V, 4â�"20 mA, or 0â�"20 mA to represent any computed values.

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Sensor Systems evaluate and diagnose plantar problems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 23 Mar 2005 07:54:04 -0500

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.

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Digital Force Gauge measures loads up to 45 lb.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 10 Jan 2005 08:16:23 -0500

Providing continuous or peak measurements of tension or compression, Model HFG-45 offers full scale accuracy of .5% and allows user to choose engineering units of lb, oz, kg, N, or kN. Unit can be hand-held via strap or hard mounted using 4 threaded holes on back. Accessories include test hook, extension rod, and compression plate. Four replaceable AA batteries are supplied, and optional ac power supply is available.

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Force Gauge captures, displays, and uploads data.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 22 Sep 2004 07:46:02 -0500

Featuring 7-segment numeric display, BFG mid-specification instrument has ergonomic aluminum housing and 1,000 Hz loadcell sampling rate. Peak readings in tension or compression can be captured and displayed in a range of SI, metric, or imperial units. Data can also be uploaded to PCs or data-loggers in RS232 format. Available in 6 capacities from 10 N to 2.5 kN, product offers ±0.25% FS accuracy and resolution of 1 part in 5,000.

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Digital Force Gauge tests up to 0.12 lb at full scale.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Aug 2004 07:48:11 -0500

With resolution of 0.00005 lb and ±0.2% accuracy, BG012 features RS-232, Mitutoyo, and analog data outputs; peak data recall; and high and low set points. It is supplied in cushioned carrying case with ac adapter, rechargeable battery, implements, and certificate of calibration traceable to NIST standards. Applications include compression and tension testing of medical devices, membrane switches, springs, and electronic and mechanical components.

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