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Testing Labs Choose Interface High Accuracy Products

May 23, 2023

Testing labs choose Interface test and measurement solutions. We supply lab engineers with high-accuracy load cells, calibration-grade equipment, load frames and test stands, plus instrumentation used to complete rigid test requirements. Interface is the top provider of test and measurement products used for structural and material testing, static and fatigue testing, torsion effects, tension tests, calibration testing, and environmental testing

Richard F. Caris Charitable Trust II Congratulates ISEF 2023 Winners

May 22, 2023

The Richard F. Caris Charitable Trust II is a proud sponsor of the Society for Science and 2023 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. Richard F. Caris 55 founded Interface, Inc., years ago. Congratulations to the 2023 ISEF Physics and Astronomy, sponsored by Richard F. Caris Charitable Trust II, winners Alexander Plekhanov and Kaitlyn Wang. We celebrate all participants, finalists, and ISEF 2023 winners who serve as catalysts for the transformative change required to enhance the well-being of individuals, society, and the planet.

The Rise in Digital Force Measurement Solutions

May 18, 2023

Digital measurement solutions have come a long way and are growing in use and popularity due to overall trends towards digital transformation and modernization of testing labs. Interface offers a host of digital instrumentation solutions and complete digital systems to easily integrate into your existing test infrastructure. The Interface Instrumentation Selection Guide is a useful resource to help in the selection of digital equipment.

Torque Transducers and Couplings are the Perfect Pairing

May 17, 2023

A torque transducer coupling is a specific coupling designed to facilitate the connection and torque measurement between a torque transducer and a rotating shaft, providing accurate and reliable torque data. Whenever you are selecting an Interface torque transducer, be sure to request or add the Interface couplings that are designed for that specific transducer model. It is especially important to review the couplings features that pairs with your specific transducer. They are designed to work together, and you risk any problems or potential transducer failure.

Innovative Interface Lifting Solutions

May 11, 2023

Interface lifting solutions are utilized to accurately measure the weight or force being exerted on the lifting equipment. Our lload cells, load pins, tension links, wireless technologies are integrated into cranes, hoists, and lifting devices to provide precise load measurements. Interface lifting solutions apply to equipment and machines used at construction sites, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, transportation locations, healthcare facilities, and maritime docks. Lifting applications can vary, such as loading and unloading goods, positioning heavy equipment or machinery, transferring patients in healthcare settings, or lifting materials for construction purposes.

Shunt Calibration Resistors 101

May 10, 2023

Interface shunt calibration resistors, known as RCAL Resistors, are an accessory product. A shunt calibration resistor is a resistor that is connected in parallel with a measurement instrument to provide a known resistance value. The purpose of the shunt cal resistor is to calibrate the instrument to accurately measure the current passing through it. Shunt calibration resistors are often used with load cells to improve the accuracy and reliability of their measurements.

Introducing Interface Load Cell Selection Guides

May 9, 2023

Interface guides assist you in choosing the best products based on your exact test and measurement requirements. The Interface Load Cell Selection Guide and Interface Mini™ Load Cell Selection Guide offer a simple drop down menu for filtering the characteristics and model options of our extensive line of load cells. The guide offers a checklist for specific features for you to select based your application and the environment in which you are utilizing the devices for testing and monitoring. Every guide also includes references and support resources to help guide you in finding the right solution.

Load Cells Versus Piezoelectric Sensors

May 4, 2023

Load cells and piezoelectric sensors are used in all types of measurement applications. Interface load cells measure the amount of force or weight being applied to them. The amount of force is numerated by the capacity of the model design, such as 50lbf (pounds-force) or 5kN (kilonewton). Piezoelectric sensors work on the principle of piezoelectricity. They are made of materials that generate an electric charge in response to mechanical stress, such as pressure or vibration.

Interface and Testing Lab Applications

May 2, 2023

Throughout the Test and Measurement industry, there are several different classifications and testing lab types. Each of these different testing labs provide unique equipment for different forms of testing depending on the application, system or component. Interface offers one of the most diverse force, torque, and weight related force sensor product lines in the market. It is why labs prefer Interface. In addition to our expanding line of data acquisition systems, software and accessories, T&M engineers and lab pros find Interface as a one-stop-shop for simple and complex testing projects.

Tension Load Cells 101

April 27, 2023

Interface tension load cell are a type of force sensor used to measure tensile forces in materials, structures, or machines. They are used to measure the maximum load that a material can support without fracture when being pulled or stretched under the applied load. With our proprietary strain gages manufactured inside the load cell sensor, it measures the deformation and converts it into an electrical signal.

Interface Space Economy Solutions

April 25, 2023

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.

What is Moment Compensation?

April 24, 2023

Every Interface LowProfile™ load cell is moment compensated to minimize sensitivity to extraneous loads. Moment compensated load cells are designed to counteract the external forces or moments by using a configuration of strain gages and electronics that can detect and compensate for these forces. The strain gages are arranged in a way that allows the load cell to measure the force applied to it in multiple directions, and the electronics can then use this information to calculate the impact of external forces and moments on the measurement.

Vertical Farming for Sustainable Food Production on Earth and Beyond

April 20, 2023

While vertical farming is currently being explored as a way to increase food production on Earth, it also has applications in space R&D and for food sustainability projects. Interface's case study, Vertical Farming on Earth and in Space, explores applications, products and solutions for challenges related to farming on earth and beyond. These solutions utilize load cells, multi-axis sensors, wireless instrumentation and devices for irrigation and growth monitoring systems, robotics, and farming equipment . The case study highlights innovation used in collaboration of industries in agriculture, space, and automation.

Interface Weighing Solutions and Complete Systems

April 18, 2023

Interface supplies highly accurate and reliable load cells and sensor technologies for weighing and scale solutions, including complete weighing systems. Weighing and scales must be dependable and always provide correct data. That is why Interface's precision sensors and instrumentation are preferred for weighing systems. To outline our breadth of our product line including complete systems, see Interface's Weighing Solutions Overview.

Why Mechanical Engineers Choose Interface Solutions

April 17, 2023

Mechanical engineers choose Interface force measurement devices to gather data, analyze performance, and ensure the safety and reliability of mechanical systems. Force measurement devices help them to quantify the magnitude and direction of forces acting on objects or structures. They play a crucial role in the design, development, and maintenance of mechanical systems that are integral to modern society and industries.

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Testing Labs Choose Interface High Accuracy Products

Richard F. Caris Charitable Trust II Congratulates ISEF 2023 Winners

The Rise in Digital Force Measurement Solutions

Torque Transducers and Couplings are the Perfect Pairing

Innovative Interface Lifting Solutions

Shunt Calibration Resistors 101

Introducing Interface Load Cell Selection Guides

Load Cells Versus Piezoelectric Sensors

Interface and Testing Lab Applications

Tension Load Cells 101

Interface Space Economy Solutions

What is Moment Compensation?

Vertical Farming for Sustainable Food Production on Earth and Beyond

Interface Weighing Solutions and Complete Systems

Why Mechanical Engineers Choose Interface Solutions

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