For demanding applications, selecting a standard force transducer is often not sufficient. In such cases, we support you as early as the initial development phase in designing suitable sensor solutions and sizing the mechanical interfaces. The goal is to develop a measurement solution that meets both the required measurement accuracy and the mechanical and safety requirements of the respective application. We assist you in selecting suitable sensor principles, defining the measurement ranges, and integrating the sensors into machines or systems.
We use numerical simulation methods, among other tools, to analyze and optimize components. Using the finite element method (FEM), mechanical stresses, deformations, and stress paths can be analyzed as early as the development phase. This allows us to identify critical areas early on and optimize designs in a targeted manner before prototypes are manufactured. At the same time, important properties of the future product—such as stiffness, load-bearing capacity, or measurement accuracy—can be reliably estimated.
In addition to pure component analysis, we also consider the force measurement system as a whole. This includes analyzing force application, evaluating potential lateral forces or moments, and optimally positioning sensors within the machine’s force flow. This holistic approach helps reduce measurement errors, extend the service life of the sensors, and ensure reliable measurements even under difficult operating conditions.
Our design and calculation services are aimed at developers and engineers from various industries, such as mechanical engineering, lifting and material-handling technology, testing technology, and automated manufacturing systems. Upon request, we can support projects from the initial concept through the design phase all the way to the integration of the finished force measurement system into your application.
KTA 3902
Special requirements apply to applications in safety-critical areas. For example, when hoisting equipment is used in nuclear facilities, the load cells employed must meet strict specifications. In such cases, we design and manufacture sensor solutions in accordance with the KTA 3902 standard, which defines specific requirements for components used in overload monitoring of hoisting equipment in nuclear facilities.
FKM Guideline
We assist our customers in calculating safety verifications for mechanically loaded components. In doing so, we follow established standards such as the FKM guideline, which summarizes the current state of the art for the strength assessment of mechanical components. On this basis, both static and dynamic loads can be evaluated, and appropriate safety factors for sensors and mechanical components can be determined.
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