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When BMW of North America needed reliable level measurement of their cooling tower sumps, they turned to Flowline. The reclamation, cooling and treatment of process water is critical to their manufacturing operations, and their previous float level sensors were unreliable due to corrosion, scaling, and to a lesser extent, agitation. For this reason, Flowline suggested the use of our non-contact ultrasonic sensors with rugged PVDF transducers and PP enclosures. Additionally, it was suggested that the sensors be mounted in a stand-pipe so as to dampen any surface agitation at the point of sensing. The result is reliable sump level measurement. Here, an EchoTouch ultrasonic level transmitter is mounted on a 2? stand-pipe, which is bracket mounted to the side wall of each sump. The IP65 sensor was easily configured using the internal push button display module. The two-wire 4-20 mA signal is connected to the PLC for level monitoring with high and low level alarms.

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Stamping Press Force Monitoring (Hydraulic/Pneumatic)

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Press force (Hydraulic or Pneumatic) monitoring is important requirement to deliver top quality products.

By implementing load cells with USB output, the operator can verify the uniform loading force of a large platform. 

Each load cell serves as a monitoring point within the system.

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Helicopter Pedal Force Testing

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Anti-torque pedals control both the direction and yaw of a helicopter in flight. Utilizing pedal force sensors allow engineers to audit the precision of these controls.

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Nut Runner Torque Vs Force Monitoring

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Using both a rotary torque sensor and load cell, we can establish a relationship between the bolt tension and the torque that is applied.

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Mass Flow Meter

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Utilizing an adapter button, FUTEK's LSM Series Load Cell is proficient at measuring the mass flow of solid particles in any process line.

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MSL Mars Rover Cryogenic Load Cell

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FUTEK was commissioned by NASA to develop a cryogenic donut load cell directly operating within Curiosity’s drilling arm. This sensor stands responsible to monitor the drill bit’s forces as it pierces into the Martian terrain.

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Landing Gear Drop Test

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Landing gear manufacturers utilize load cells to measure shock forces and fatigue ratings during quality assurance examinations. 

FUTEK’s LCA Family offers a robust miniature design for these high capacity measurements.

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Automotive Pedal Force Testing

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Utilizing FUTEK's Pedal Force Sensors, automotive manufacturers are able to verify the safety and reliability of their automobile's braking mechanics.

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Power Window Pinch Test

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Utilizing FUTEK's Pinch Load Cell, automotive manufacturers are able to verify pinch force of power windows. This precise, easy to use hand-held sensor is designed to help automakers comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard.

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Medical Bag Weighing

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In IV or saline bag weighing, high-precision, In-Line load cells are needed. For this application, FUTEK’s LSB200 Jr. Miniature S-Beam Load Cell will measure the tension force applied by an IV bag.