Force Sensor Performance

Load Pin Installation Instructions

Strainsert often gets asked questions about instructions on installing load pins by the customer at their facility and within their application. Strainsert shares the following guidelines to maximize the accuracy […]

Load Pin Configurator Revisited

Typically, standard load pins fail for two reasons, either they are too large for the space, causing friction and disruption, or they don’t receive the proper force in the space […]

Load Cell Manufacturer Force Measurement Tests

Force measurement testing is one of the most critical processes that Load Cell manufacturers use to ensure their products meet key mechanical and structural requirements. Force measurement tests are used […]

Defining Your Force Sensor Application

Before selecting and buying a load pin, load cell or other force sensor, Strainsert recommends identifying and defining your force sensor application and operating environment. First, make sure you have […]

Internal Strain Gaging Minimizes Force Measurement Errors

How does internal strain gaging minimize force measurement errors in Bolts and Studs used for preload and clamping force measurement? Strainsert Force Sensing Bolts and Studs are designed and manufactured using […]

The Value of Parts, Materials and Processes (PMP)

To ensure consistent success, proper design and fabrication are controlled through Parts, Materials, and Processes (PMP). Strainsert documents and utilizes special PMP controls to ensure all unique requirements are met. […]

Custom Force Sensors: Essential for Mission Success

Strainsert is a leading designer/patent holder of a variety of custom force sensors, including load pins, load cells, load bolts and tension links to list a few examples. Over 90% […]

Custom Force Sensor Design Process

Strainsert is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom force sensors and has developed a proven custom force sensor design process. Throughout our 60+ years of manufacturing wireless force sensors, […]

Force Measurement Trends

As Strainsert continues to meet the significant demand for our force measurement products and services for research, testing, weighing and control applications, we also hear from clients about the obstacles […]

Benefits of Force Sensing Fasteners

Strainsert force sensing fasteners, bolts and studs utilize a patented internal gaging method to indicate bolt tension due to preload with strain gage accuracy. Fasteners provide a means for accurate, […]