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System Errors

Interpretation of Force Measurement System Errors

Interface clarifies error source terms. Understanding the potential sources of error is crucial to accurate force measurement. Often, terms like resolution, repeatability, and reproducibility are used interchangeably, leading to confusion. It's important to remember that these are system parameters.
Quick Release Hooks

Benefits of Load Monitoring in Quick Release Hooks

Interface supplies load measuring pins for quick release hooks (QRH) used in maritime, lifting, rigging, energy and industrial subsea equipment. Discover the benefits of load monitoring in quick release hooks for enhanced safety, efficiency, and risk mitigation in mooring operations. Learn the questions you should ask when engineering QRH solutions.
Highways Bridges And Roadways

How Sensor Technologies Help Build Better Highways, Bridges, and Roadways

Interface load cells, load pins, instrumentation, multi-axis sensors, and torque transducers are top choices for those engaged in highway, roadway, and bridge infrastructure projects and testing. Sensors commonly measure the hardware used for transportation infrastructure products and structures. Driven by increasing industrial automation, rising demand for precision measurement, and stringent safety regulations, force, torque, and weighing solutions are necessary for ensuring safety, optimizing performance, and managing costs throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.
INTERFACE 101 CALIBRATION CERTIFICATES

Calibration Certificates 101

A calibration certificate is documented proof that a load cell has undergone professional calibration and meets industry standards. Interface calibrates every load cell we manufacture. We calibrate over 100,000 load cells annually, and an Interface Calibration Certificate accompanies every new sensor we send to a customer. Interface provides calibration services on used sensors, with a yearly calibration recommendation.
INTERFACE TECH TALK Limit Switch

Why Use a Limit Switch in Force Measurement?

Limit switches can prevent equipment damage and enhance accuracy in force measurement. Interface TechTalk defines a limit switch and how these safety devices protect load cells, prevent overloads, and improve control in testing. Discover use cases for limit switches, including in aerospace testing, cranes, industrial automation and lifting heavy objects.
Warehouse Automation

Transformational Warehouse Automation Relies on Precision Measurement

Interface force and torque sensors are advancing warehouse automation and optimization by providing critical measurement data for tasks ranging from robotic arm control to preventing overload in material handling equipment. Whether designing a humanoid package handler or establishing weight restrictions in mobility machines, accurate measurement is crucial for safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Learn more about Interface warehouse automation measurement solutions including load cells, torque transducers, load pins, multi-axis sensors and wireless instrumentation.
Intelligent Lifting

The Rise of Intelligent Measurement in Lifting Equipment

Interface provides integrated lifting measurement solutions including load cells, load pins, shackles, tension links and wireless instruments that are flexible and adaptable to diverse needs. Our sensor technologies and instrumentation provide robust, accurate measurements for testing and continuous performance monitoring across various industries, from construction and manufacturing to healthcare and aerospace.
Farm To Table Thanksgiving

Grateful for Quality Force Measurement from Farm to Table

Interface highlights surprising ways force measurement technology ensures delicious and safe food for your table. From food preparation, packaging, farming, weighing and appliance design, load cells have an important role in the food industry.
Medical Device Case Study

Optimizing Medical Device Performance with Precise Force Measurement

Interface provides precision force measurement solutions to the medical device industry. Interface load cells, torque transducers, multi-axis sensors and instrumentation help medical device design engineers, researchers and manufacturers overcome critical challenges and achieve optimal performance to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes. Read our new case study for specific product applications, challenges and solutions.