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Earth from Space

2027 International Sales Meeting

Interface's exclusive ForceLeaders Summit will take place on August 20, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Join us for an advanced technical workshop on test and measurement. Topics include new load cells, instrumentation, best practices, complete systems, testing tools, sensor use cases, and valuable tips. Our force measurement seminars bring together experts and engineers working on projects across industries, including robotics, rockets, aircraft, manufacturing, industrial automation, energy, medical devices, and general testing programs. Together, we will discuss load cells, torque transducers, calibration, systems, applications, advancements in digital and wireless technologies, and multi-axis sensors. Most importantly, we will answer your questions. These are fast-paced, technical, hands-on events. Registration is required; seating is limited.
Multi Axis Sensor Fundamentals

Multi-Axis Sensor Fundamentals from Design to Calibration

Discover Interface's Fundamentals of Multi-Axis Sensors to learn about 6-axis selection, assembly, calibration, managing crosstalk, and key sensor design models. Interface's extensive technical resource that details 6-axis sensor selection, accuracy, mounting, resolution, and sensor form factors. Find engineering tips, error prevention, load limits, and calibration resources. It's a complete guide to multi-axis load cells and specifically 6-Axis Sensors.
Dynamics Of Robot Sensing

Granular Dynamics of Robot Articulated Sensing

Interface multi-axis sensors are perfect for testing a robot's structural components, including joints, grippers, and specialized end-effectors. Robot design engineers and testing labs focus on precision by setting articulation standards and analyzing performance with detailed assessments and accurate measurements of mechanical motion as it translates into perceptive interaction. The development of robotics is shifting from rigid motion to perceptive interaction, measured with multi-axis sensor technology.
Sensor Roi

High-Stakes Oversights That Can Derail Sensor ROI

Choosing the right measurement system means managing hundreds of variables for industrial projects. A force measurement sensor is a sophisticated instrument that is only as effective as the system it operates within. Learn what can derail your sensor ROI and measurement success. Use Interface Sensor Selection and Product Guides to find the right solution based on your requirements. Discuss your project requirements with our experienced representatives and application engineers.
Engineering Force Intelligence Heavy Machinery

Engineering Force Intelligence in Heavy Machinery

Interface load cells and torque transducers provide force intelligence to modernize heavy machinery and enable autonomous control, predictive maintenance, and high-fidelity testing for equipment OEMs. Heavy machinery for construction, mining, and agricultural need force intelligence. Interface’s sensors enable the transformation of standard mechanical joints into smart components that provide the data-driven insights necessary for modern high-production operations.
Force Versus Pressure

Distinctions of Measuring Force Versus Pressure

Interface strain gage load cells are the most reliable and accurate sensor for measuring force, as it's specifically designed to capture the total mechanical load. In contrast, a pressure sensor is designed to measure force distributed over a known area. While it is possible to design a load cell to measure pressure like Interface's IPCD, load cells are commonly used because they are specifically engineered and calibrated to measure total force accurately. Attempting to measure force with a standard pressure sensor is problematic because its output depends on both the force and the area over which it's applied. If the force distribution changes, the sensor's reading will change even if the total force remains constant. This makes a pressure sensor an unreliable tool for measuring the total force applied by a solid object.
Round Square Multi Axis Sensors 1

Examining Round and Square Multi-Axis Sensors

Two common shapes for Interface multi-axis load cells are round and square. Square multi-axis load cells have a cuboid or block-like shape. This geometry often simplifies mounting and alignment. Round multi-axis load cells have a cylindrical or disc-like shape. This model design is a compact, low-profile form factor, which can be crucial in space-constrained applications. Interface 2-axis, 3-axis, 6-axis, and axial torsion load cells deliver high-accuracy measurements for advanced requirements of more data than a single-axis load cell.
Virtual Reality

Integrating Sensors in Virtual Reality for a Superior UX

Virtual reality's success is now contingent upon its ability to replicate the physical world flawlessly, making the integration of force measurement sensor technologies a universal necessity throughout the entire VR hardware lifecycle. From the initial design and prototyping stages to rigorous testing and final manufacturing, these sensors are no longer optional. They are the critical components that provide the precision data essential for creating compelling haptic applications and delivering a truly authentic user experience, whether the end product is a device for gaming and entertainment or a highly specialized tool for complex surgical simulations.
57 Year Legacy

Celebrating 57 Years of an Enduring Legacy in Force Measurement

Since our founding in 1968, Interface has been synonymous with accuracy, reliability, and innovation, empowering industries across the globe with the critical data they need to build, test, and innovate. From those early days, Interface has been driven by a passion for precision, developing cutting-edge load cells, torque transducers, and instrumentation that continue to set the industry standard. June 14, 2025, is Interface's 57th anniversary.