
Dual-Axis Slope Sensor featuring MEMS technology.
PLUS+1™-compliant CSS1000 intelligently cancels out transverse machine motion to provide precise, fast-responding, stable slope signal. For each axis, CAN 2.0 B-compliant and IP67-rated sensor features MEMS-based accelerometer to measure angle with respect to gravity as well as MEMS gyroscope to measure acceleration around axis. Each axis has operation range of ±12.5° (±22% slope). Other...
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Marposs Features in-Process Tool Monitoring System at Westec 2013
Auburn Hills, MI – Marposs Corp. will present its Artis CTM-V5 system with DDU-4 torque and feed force sensor for identifying tool breakage and worn tools at WESTEC 2013 in booth #1946. The DDU-4 sensor is suitable for monitoring drilling and threading (tapping or thread forming) processes, as well as forming processes such as stir friction welding, by means of axial force and torque...
Read More »Torque Transducers measure torque and speed simultaneously.
Taking measurements based on contactless sensing of anisotropic magneto-resistive sensor, Models T40B and T40FM can operate in harsh environments that contain humidity, condensation, dust, oil, and grease. Units measure torque up to 80,000 N-m and provide up to 0.03% of full scale linearity and hysteresis combined. With integrated speed measurement sensor, transducers can- measure speed with...
Read More »DC MEMS Shock Accelerometers support automotive crash testing.
Available in damped and undamped versions, PCB® Series 3641 and 3651 are designed for applications that require small mass and broad frequency response, such as crash testing, drop testing, and sled testing. Both offer 2,000 G full-scale measurement range with mechanical overload limit stops, and frequency range of 0–5,000 Hz. Designed with standard low transverse sensitivity and standard low...
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Taking a New Product to Market: Outsourcing vs. Internal Product Development
To learn if outsourced new product development (NPD) is right for your needs, and how companies like Vollrath Manufacturing Services can help, download this white paper now.
Read More »PCB Piezotronics Announces Expansion of Platinum Stock Program
Company has over 10,000 sensors on the shelf, ready-to-ship! Depew, NY- – PCB Piezotronics, Inc., a world leader in microphones, vibration, pressure, force and torque sensors announces it now has (and will maintain) over 10,000 sensors of the most popular models on the shelf and ready for quick shipping.- PCB's very successful Platinum Stock Program has taken the most popular sensors, as...
Read More »Hoggan Scientific Announces New Updates to Its MicroFET2 and ergoFET Products
Starting June 1, 2013 new microFET2 and ergoFET force gauges from Hoggan Scientific will now offer rechargeable batteries and utilize Bluetooth technology to improve accessibility. SALT LAKE CITY- – Hoggan Scientific, a company that manufactures commercial wellness equipment, is now incorporating rechargeable batteries and Bluetooth technology into its microFET2 and ergoFET force gauges,...
Read More »Interlink Electronics' Range of Innovative Human-Machine Interface Solutions Ideal for the Rugged Devices Market
CAMARILLO, Calif. – Interlink Electronics, Inc. (OTC: LINK) announced today that its wide range of human-machine interface solutions is ideally suited for the rugged devices market. With a growing need for rugged devices to support businesses and mission critical processes, Interlink offers to the market a range of touchpads, mouse & pointing devices, force & position sensors designed to...
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Hurricane Sandy VIIRS Satellite Images
IRVINE, Calif. – FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. was commissioned by NASA to design and develop two cryogenic load cells to operate aboard the satellite producing aerial images of Hurricane Sandy. NASA's Visible Infrared Imager Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) is one of five instruments currently in use by the National Polar-Orbiting Operational Environment Satellite System (NPOESS) Preparatory...
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Mars Rover Collects First Drill Sample
Irvine, CALIF.- – FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is beyond ecstatic with the latest news regarding the Mars Rover Curiosity. The success of this first ever inter-planetary sample collection not only made history for NASA and the U.S. space program, but also for FUTEK as two of their test and measurement products were integral during this drilling mission. Six years ago, FUTEK partnered...
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Curiosity Finally Drills Into Martian Terrain
IRVINE, Calif. – Since its landing in August, NASA JPL's rover has yet to utilize its drilling arm to full capacity. However, that all changed on February 9, 2013. Mars Rover Curiosity officially bore its first hole into the Martian surface.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Seen as the rover's most complex device, the robotic...
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Sentry Equipment Introduces New Compact Hygienic Automatic Sampler
As a leader in industrial sampling equipment at Sentry Equipment, our success is built on a history of innovation and designs that epitomize value and efficiency. The new Hygienic Automatic Sampler is another example of our dedication to developing quality engineered products. To learn how this product can streamline the sampling process for dry, free-flowing materials, see our new video.
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