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Test stand system (1st March 2012)
Kistler has launched a modular test stand system designed for testing electric motors and gearing in the research and development laboratory, at production end of line and for quality assurance analysis. The test stands
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Measuring chain (1st March 2012)
The latest version of the Kistler maXYmos BL process monitoring and product testing system is the basis of a complete XY measuring chain costing less than £2000, including sensors.
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Measures torque and speed Good report for grinder Protean Electric is (1st March 2012)
Protean Electric is developing a method of providing costeffective electric power for road vehicles. Protean Drive is an in-wheel electric drive system for hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery electric light-duty vehicle
Torque measuring flange (1st January 2012)
The new Kistler KiTorq torque measuring flange system operates without an antenna ring and has standard flange geometry conforming to ISO7646 for easy installation. The open stator design is said to allow faster instal
Accelerometers (1st November 2011)
Kistler Type 8688A series instrument grade triaxial accelerometers are said to be ideal for use in a multitude of R&D and OEM applications where high-precision, low-frequency measurements and high-durability packaging a
Torque sensor (1st November 2011)
The Type 4520A contactless torque sensor from Kistler costs the same as many slip-ring types, and is said to be exceptionally robust and very low maintenance. Non-contact, frequency modulation signal transmission, used
Modular multichannel charge amplifier (1st September 2011)
New from Kistler is a modular highend multichannel charge amplifier to provide the precise signal amplification demanded by laboratory applications for extremely accurate measurement of physical quantities. The Type 508
Designed for high precision measurements (1st July 2011)
Single axis MEMS (Micro-Electro- Mechanical Systems) capacitive accelerometers have been launched by Kistler Instruments for use where high-precision, low-frequency measurements and compact, robust construction are abso
Sensor range extended (1st May 2011)
A new piezoelectric press force sensor with a measuring range of up to 700kN extends the scope of Kistler Instruments' force sensors from 100N to 700kN. Designed for measuring dynamic and quasistatic forces, the range i
Joining module (1st March 2011)
A low cost version joins Kistler's NC Electromechanical Joining Module family and is designed for standard joining processes. The 400mm stroke allows deep end points to be reached easily, while stroke speed of up to 150
Cutting force course (1st March 2011)
Following its successful Cutting Force training course held at Trinity College, Dublin last year, Kistler is holding a similar one-day event in association with Birmingham University on the 11th May.
X-Y monitoring system (1st January 2011)
The new X-Y monitoring system from Kistler for manufacturing, process monitoring and product testing offers high performance, flexibility and a colour touchscreen user interface for a starting price of around £1200.
System upgrade (1st January 2011)
The new DAQ interfacing unit brings the convenience of USB 2.0 connectivity to Kistler's DynoWare data acquisition system. The unit provides a flexible interface between piezo-electric sensors and the Windows based Dyno
Less injection moulding rejects (1st November 2010)
The CoMo Injection system from Kistler Instruments is widely used to ensure minimum reject rates by monitoring and controlling in-cavity pressure in large scale injection moulding production. The launch of the new CoMo
Small addition (1st November 2010)
With a front diameter of only 1mm, the new Type 6188A combined temperature and pressure sensor is described by Kistler Instruments as another milestone in miniaturisation of sensors. Designed primarily for precision mon
High sensitivity (1st September 2010)
Low cost, single axis accelerometers from Kistler Instruments use PiezoBeam technology to provide a high degree of sensitivity to size ratio for a wide range of applications including modal analysis and seismic measurem
Low range 3-component force link (1st July 2010)
The latest addition to Kistler's range of force links is suited to applications requiring a lower measuring range at lower and higher operating temperatures. The new Type 9327C force link has an Fxy measuring range of ±
Accelerometers (1st July 2010)
Available in high temperature types with an operating range of -54 to +165°C, Kistler Instruments' Type 8766A miniature triaxial accelerometers feature integrated high-gain microelectronics to ensure precision and long-
Hot runner balancing act (1st May 2010)
The CoMo Injection system from Kistler Instruments uses cavity pressure to monitor and control the injection process. The system has now been extended with the addition of the MultiFlow option to provide automatic hot r
Robust sensor (1st May 2010)
Kistler's robust Type 9217A sensor uses an ultra-sensitive PiezoStar element to provide precise measurement of compression and tensile forces under tough industrial conditions in production process monitoring systems.
Measure of pressure (1st March 2010)
A melt pressure measuring chain from Kistler comprises factory calibrated sensor, matched amplifier and cable and is designed for precision and reliability. It measures and records melt pressure in injection moulding ma
Compact unit (1st March 2010)
Just 32mm high but with a measuring range of ±10kN, Kistler Instruments' Type 9129AA three component dynamometer is suitable for measuring the machining forces involved in drilling, grinding, milling and turning operati
Intuitive information system (1st March 2010)
The CoMo Management Information System, used by many in the injection moulding industry for optimising quality and productivity by minimising rejects, is now available with a user interface similar to the CoMo Injection
Maintenance-free (1st March 2010)
Aimed at manufacturing, production and quality assurance applications, Kistler Instruments has developed a range of value-for-money sensors.
Flexible torque sensors (1st November 2009)
Offering an extremely wide measuring range, Kistler piezoelectric torque sensors are adaptable to match most configurations, making them suitable for manufacturing process monitoring. Robust, compact and highly sensiti
Modules added (1st September 2009)
Kistler Instruments has expanded its electromechanical, press fit joining system with the addition of two new compact NCFH modules with 10 and 15kN nominal joining force to replace the existing 10kN module. The use of i
Sensors for tough tasks (1st September 2009)
Three ranges of high performance, pressure sensors from Kistler Instruments use a new double lip sealing method to eliminate the need for an O-ring seal to ensure accuracy and reliability where high temperature, vibrati
Fit for small joins (1st September 2009)
Kistler Instruments' recently launched NCNT actuator system is designed specifically for assembling small components using interference fit joining methods. The actuator is said to be ideal for tasks assembling small an
Getting the measure (1st September 2009)
A new modular 3-component dynamometer from Kistler Instruments, the Type 9129A, is designed for measuring machining forces up to 8kN during boring, cutting and turning operations. It is suited to analysing process capab
Charge amplifier (1st July 2009)
With quality control systems relying increasingly on automatic monitoring of manufacturing processes, the Type 5073A charge amplifier from Kistler provides a flexible, reliable method of acquiring data from piezoelectric
Training course (1st May 2009)
Kistler Instruments will be holding a one-day training course on the quality and productivity benefits of mould cavity pressure monitoring at Polymer Training, Telford on Tuesday, 16th June 2009.
Miniature joining modules are sensitive & precise (1st March 2009)
The new NCFT Type 2157A electromechanical joining module from Kistler Instruments has been designed for applications where precise positioning and reliable repeatability must be combined with very small joining forces.
Single wire technology (1st March 2009)
The increasing use of cavity pressure monitoring for quality assurance during the injection moulding of small products in multi-cavity moulds is making the installation of the sensors more difficult. To meet this challe
Sensitive & precise joining modules (1st March 2009)
Piezoelectric sensors (1st January 2009)
Kistler Instruments has developed a range of five force sensors for quality assurance monitoring in assembly applications. The piezoelectric sensors cover measuring ranges from 5 to 120kN and are supplied as standard wi
Predictive maintenance and quality (1st September 2008)
The line between predictive maintenance and quality assurance monitoring is becoming increasingly blurred as similar techniques are being used for both applications. Typical are car door latches that must be 100% inspe
Pressure sensor (1st November 2007)
The Type RH pressure sensor from Kistler Instruments can measure the pressure of hot media up to 300°C directly and has the option of a 10mV/°C temperature output from the same sensor. The sensor's construction, using a sili
Torque sensor (1st November 2007)
The Type 4504A torque sensor from Kistler Instruments is suited to applications where space is at a premium and operating conditions are far from ideal. The sensor is exceptionally slim and its flangeto- flange configuration
Ensures moulding precision (1st January 2007)
Irish injection moulder, Inmo-Tech, is one of the first companies to install a Kistler CoMo Injection cavity pressure monitoring system to ensure the dimensional precision of injection moulded components for the healthcare an
Meganewton range press force (1st January 2007)
Designed specifically for in-situ measurement of press force in large presses, the new Type 9931A force sensors from Kistler are available in four types covering the measuring range from 50 to 20,000 kN. Compact, robust and e
Nintendo Wii for lucky visitor (1st January 2007)
To mark the launch of a new range of industrial torque sensors, resulting from the takeover of Staiger Mohilo last year, Kistler Instruments will be presenting one of the new Nintendo Wii games consoles to a lucky visitor to
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Simple to install sensors (1st November 2006)
The new range of five force sensors from Kistler Instruments has been developed specifically for use in production environments, especially for quality assurance monitoring in pressfit assembly applications. The combination
Quality assurance assured (1st July 2006)
ZF Steering Systems Nacam UK won a contract to supply steering columns for the Renault Modus and turned to Kistler Instruments to solve a quality assurance problem.
Towards Zero Defects (1st May 2006)
CoMo Injection, developed by Kistler Instruments, is a new system that the company believes promises a major step towards true 'zero defect' production.
Single-Wire Solution (1st May 2006)
Mould pressure sensors from Kistler now include indirect measurement and single-wire, replaceable cable, and have an increased maximum operating temperature of 200°C. The new sensors simplify installation and reduce service costs by allowing the conn
Provides Flexibility (1st March 2006)
Following the introduction of its enhanced Dataflow software for injection moulding production process optimisation and monitoring, Kistler Instruments has introduced the Type 2859A upgraded signal conditioner to provide the flexibility needed to tak
New monitor (1st January 2006)
The Kistler CoMo Logic is a single channel instrument for monitoring time dependent parameters in both manual and automatic manufacturing, assembly and test processes.
Programmable charge amplifier (1st January 2006)
A programmable charge amplifier has been introduced by Kistler to provide a simple means of converting the charge output of piezoelectric transducers to a proportional voltage for control and recording purposes in manufacturing systems.
Single-channel charge amplifier (1st September 2005)
A miniature, single-channel charge amplifier from Kistler converts the charge signal from all piezoelectric sensors into a proportional voltage signal.
Monitors remotely (1st May 2005)
Kistler Instruments’ CoMo View is a development of its CoMo New production process monitoring system. It has a built-in 5.7in colour touch-screen that displays process parameters in real time and gives operator access to the menu of pre-set process d
New strain sensor has integrated electronics (1st September 2004)
Anew strain sensor from Kistler Instruments is designed for monitoring Cframe machine tools, such as presses and automatic assembly machines, preventing overload of mechanical presses, quality control of riveting, clinching and resistance spot weldin
spot welding force tester (1st July 2004)
To meet the need for a simple to install and operate method of testing spot welding equipment, Kistler has introduced a clamping force tester that can be integrated with electrode cap machining and weld current checking to create an efficient service
