by Binsfeld Engineering | Case Studies, TorqueTrak Revolution
Material handling company Magnetek needed a more efficient method of testing the torque produced by their industrial brakes. Originally they used torque wrenches to measure the torque that the brake produced. Magnetek looked to Binsfeld Engineering because they had...
by Binsfeld Engineering | Agricultural, Case Studies, TorqueTrak 10K
Abstract Recent rises in fuel costs have started to impact the bottom line for farm managers, making them consider possible methods to achieve energy savings. Conventional subsoiling can be performed deeper than necessary to alleviate compaction layers. However,...
by Binsfeld Engineering | Case Studies, Marine, TorqueTrak 10K
Transfield Defence Systems, Melbourne, Australia – Catastrophic failure of the port drive shaft on the Australian naval frigate, HMAS Anzac, led to expensive dry-dock repairs. Potential variations in the newly installed drive system could invalidate computer...
by Binsfeld Engineering | Torque Measurement
Why do I need to measure torque and power? Why is it so important? The simple answer is, “Because it saves time and money.” Knowing the true mechanical torque and power on a rotating shaft is especially valuable when it comes to commissioning new...
by Binsfeld Engineering | Binsfeld, Strain Gage, Technical Topics
Strain gages (sometimes referred to as strain gauges) are exceptionally useful measurement tools, often because of their sensitivity. As evidence, strain gages are typically used as the sensing elements in precision load cells, the most precise “load”...
