Tonnage Monitor targets metal forming industry.

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Able to accept input from up to 6 frame or in-die mounted strain gage sensors, PTM-4500 LoadGard can be used with most types of press machines. Built-in alarms prevent machine damage while high/low limits provide tooling protection and consistent part quality control. Embedded PC, signature display on color touchscreen, job recipe storage, SPC charting, and Ethernet connection are standard. Latter enables cloud computing via Helm WebView software.



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Helm Instrument Announces New Tonnage Monitor for the Metal Forming Industry



Maumee, OH-Helm Instrument, a leading designer and manufacturer of process control systems, force transducers and software for the metal forming industries, is proud to announce their newest addition to the LoadGard family of tonnage monitors: the PTM-4500 LoadGard. This versatile tonnage monitor accepts input from up to 6 frame or in- die mounted strain gage sensors.

The PTM-4500 is applicable to most press machines, including hydraulic, thermoforming, die cast, injection molding and forging. Built- in alarms prevent costly machine damage while high-low limits provide excellent tooling protection and consistent part quality control.

Key features include an embedded PC, signature display on color touch screen, job recipe storage, SPC charting and Ethernet connection. With Ethernet connectivity, cloud computing is an easy plug-in. Helm WebView software provides that capability. Imagine receiving an email alert when an alarm condition occurs or being able to view your plant floor from any browser, anywhere.

"This new unit is the most advanced tonnage monitor available to the industry" said Mike Wilhelm, Vice President of Helm Instrument. "The PTM brings signature analysis to the plant floor for real time evaluation of machine conditions and part quality "

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