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Force Measurement Sensors are Essential to Modern Industrial Machinery

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Interface force measurement sensors and instrumentation are essential components of modern industrial machinery. Interface load cells and multi-axis sensors provide critical measurement data for various machinery designs and functions. The accuracy of force, torque, and weight measurements guide industrial machinery's design and performance mechanisms. Load cells help ensure the safe, efficient, and productive operation of industrial machines.

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How Load Cells Are Transforming the Construction Industry

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Interface force measurement solutions are used for all types of construction applications from bridge and high-rise building projects, to foundation load tests and structural monitoring. Our load cells and instrumentation are used in crane and heavy lifting operations, material testing and equipment calibration. 

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Center of Gravity Testing in Robotics Demands Precision Load Cells

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Interface specializes in precision force measurement solutions. There are different methods for determining the CoG of a robotic system. One common method is to use strain gage load cells. Not all load cells are designed for precision measurement. Center of gravity testing demands strict measurement. For example, Interface compression load cells are often used in center of gravity testing for robotics because they are very accurate and can measure remarkably small forces.

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Are Load Cells Used in Vacuum Environments?

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Interface provides load cells thare can be used in a vacuum environment. However, not all load cells are created equal or suited for this specialized use case. Vacuum testing labs are used by a variety of industries, including aerospace, medical, and defense. These labs are common for material process testing and used in R&D. Vacuum testing helps to identify potential problems with products and materials before they are used in a vacuum environment. Using quality load cells that are manufactured by force measurement experts in sensor technologies and experienced in working with vacuum testing labs and experts is an important consideration.

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Interface Supports Wind Tunnel Testing

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Interface is a supplier of measurement solutions used for aircraft and wind tunnel testing. Wind tunnel systems are used to gather data across a variety of tests related to the aerodynamics of a vehicle’s design. Whether an object is stationary or mobile, wind tunnels provide insight into the effects of air as it moves over or around the test model. Beyond airplanes and flying vehicles, wind tunnels are also used for testing automobiles, bicycles, drones and rockets.

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Rigging Engineers Choose Interface Measurement Solutions

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Interface supports rigging engineers who use the data from our load cells, load pins, load shackles, and tension links to ensure that the loads are not overloaded and that the rigging systems are properly designed for each use case.

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Interface Space Economy Solutions

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Interface is at the forefront of sensor technology used in driving growth iin the space economy. Interface precision force measurement solutions, including load cells, load pins, wireless instrumentation and custom sensors are used in scientific research and development (R&D) and deep space discoveries. As a result, we are poised to play an increasingly critical role in testing the boundaries and opportunities in the space economy. 

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Exploring Interface Capabilities and Differentiators

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Interface is the largest producer of load cells defined by precision. Interface differentiators are force measurement solutions. people, technology, manufacturing, and engineering.

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Mining for Rare Earths and Minerals Using Load Cells and Torque Transducers

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Interface load cells and torque transducers are addressing challenges and empowering the mining sector as demand for rare earths and minerals rises. Driven by the demand for clean energy minerals like lithium and cobalt, these sensor technologies provide the real-time data needed to optimize operations, safeguard workers, and propel the industry toward a sustainable future.