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Excavation And Extraction

Expanding Excavation and Extraction Use of Force Measurement

March 31, 2026
From open-pit mining to subterranean tunneling, the structural integrity of heavy excavation equipment depends on precise force measurement. Discover how Interface load pins, torque transducers, and ruggedized instrumentation allow engineers to monitor real-time stress, prevent fatigue, and optimize material throughput in extreme extraction environments
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Explore Load Shackle

Exploring Load Shackle Solutions

October 29, 2024
Interface load shackle load cells are designed with robust, high-strength materials such as steel or aluminum to handle heavy loads while resisting corrosion and wear. They incorporate integrated strain gage load pin load cells that accurately convert tension forces into readable electronic signals, with Interface ensuring precise calibration for minimal error.These shackles are available in wired and wireless communication options, facilitating seamless integration into data acquisition systems or remote monitoring platforms. Additionally, many load shackles feature overload protection, safeguarding the load cells from excessive forces to enhance safety and extend operational longevity, even in the most demanding environments.
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Heavy Machinery Case Study

Force Sensors in Heavy Machinery Boost Safety and Performance

August 15, 2024
Interface load cells, torque transducers and multi-axis sensors help prevent heavy machinery overloading, equipment failure, and accidents by providing real-time data on forces, loads, and structural integrity. Accurate measurements enable optimization of machine performance, fuel consumption, and material usage. Continuous monitoring of forces and loads allows for early detection of potential issues, minimizing downtime and repair costs in manufacturing, infrastructure, construction, agriculture, energy, natural resources and other industries.
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Mining Rare Earths And Minerals

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

May 2, 2024
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.
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Automate Safety Systems

Force Sensors Automate Safety Systems in Industrial Facilities

April 16, 2024
Interface force sensor technologies help modernize industrial facilities by providing valuable data to monitor and improve worker safety. Our load cells, torque transducers, and multi-axis sensors are used for overload protection, quality control systems, lockout and alarm systems, equipment monitoring, robot and cobot safety programs, maintenance alerts, and operator safety guides.
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In Home Healthcare

Small Sensors Make Big In-Home Healthcare Impact

February 20, 2024
Interface Mini Load Cells are used for in-home healthcare device testing and integrated measurement solutions into lifts, physical therapy equipment, infusion pumps and devices used outside a hospital setting. Interface has a long history of providing the medical and healthcare industry with force measurement products for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and in-home healthcare applications.
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Machine Builder Applications

Examining Machine Builder Applications

December 14, 2023
Interface sensor technologies are used in machines that weigh raw materials, test component designs, and build finished products. Machine builders use Interface load cells for tooling, assembly, press operations, automated guides, and cobot applications. Machine builders turn to Interface force measurement solutions that support Industry 4.0 innovations that enable efficiency and machine advancements.
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Webinar Lifting 800 × 800 Px

Engineered Solutions for Lifting Webinar

September 6, 2023
Interface’s technical webinar Engineered Solutions for Lifting details measurement devices used in lifting equipment, machines, and vehicles to improve operations and safety. Interface load cells and instrumentation are used to operate cranes, hoist heavy objects, and measure forces in infrastructure projects. Interface experts answer how load cells are used in safety monitoring for lifting equipment. Learn about Interface sensor products suited for integration into existing equipment and test and measurement projects.
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Heavy Equipment

Interface Solutions for Heavy Equipment

July 20, 2023
Interface force measurement solutions play a crucial role in the design, testing, and use of heavy equipment and vehicles including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, cranes, lifts, mixers, pavers, and compactors. Many considerations in designing heavy machinery are mandated by force limitations and equipment performance testing. Measurement for testing and monitoring come from our high-accuracy load cells, load pins, tension links, load shackles and other weight, force and torque measurement products.
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