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DB Systemtechnik
DB Systemtechnik
Die Deutsche Bahn setzt auf ein kontinuierliches Infrastrukturmonitoring mithilfe von Regelzügen, ausgestattet mit der zuverlässigen Messtechnik von...
Case Study: How to Futu...
Case Study: How to Futu...
The concept of the automobile has evolved rapidly over the past decade. A growing priority in automotive industry is now to not only optimise the in...
Tunnel monitoring with ...
Tunnel monitoring with ...
How fiber optic sensors based on Fiber Bragg technology improve safety in tunnel monitoring.
FORM + TEST Calibration...
FORM + TEST Calibration...
Class 0 reference force sensors for compressive force testing according to ISO 376 used in the FORM + TEST system provide reliable, precise measured...
Case Study: Testing Dri...
Case Study: Testing Dri...
With the help of HBM engineers, Alstom Charleroi has developed a new data acquisition concept for testing traction systems and auxiliary converters.
FaSTDa
FaSTDa
HBK's precise and proven measurement technology, can now serve as a basis for subsequent lightweight design measures on the stay rod.
Recording of Deformation
Recording of Deformation
Metrological recording of deformation development in ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) in a triaxial test cell.
Monitoring Structural B...
Monitoring Structural B...
How can the condition of a structural bond be permanently monitored? RWTH Aachen University used HBM customized strain gauges to investigate this qu...
Hoytom Manufacturer of ...
Hoytom Manufacturer of ...
Hoytom has always relied on HBM brand products due to the confidence they have in the accuracy and reliability of HBM U10M force transducer.
ETH Zurich at the ARIS
ETH Zurich at the ARIS
The ARIS team used HBK strain gauges for their rocket to get information about bending moments and axial forces occurring during all phases of flight.
Rainpower
Rainpower
Rainpower uses HBK equipment to develop a unique flight recorder tool for accurate dynamic measurements on water turbines in hydropower plants.
Applus+ IDIADA, enginee...
Applus+ IDIADA, enginee...
HBK equipment plays a very important role in the new lab, bench and mobile testing facilities. Providing many of the data acquisition systems and an...
Viking Ship Museum
Viking Ship Museum
Unique project by the Viking Ship Museum in Norway uses complete measurement system from HBK to help get viking ships on the move!
Case Study IMA Dresden
Case Study IMA Dresden
IMA Dresden has boosted its test capabilities with an all-digital measurement and control chain that automates fuselage shell testing.
Smart Sensory Drive Sha...
Smart Sensory Drive Sha...
core sensing thoroughly integrates HBK’s reliable products, such as strain gauges, into the drive shaft that is to be monitored.
Monitoring Coastal Eros...
Monitoring Coastal Eros...
An HBK structural health monitoring solution plays an significant role in an innovative, sustainable recycling project against coastal Erosion in It...
Fusion Experiments: HBK...
Fusion Experiments: HBK...
ITER conducts research to generate electricity from nuclear fusion. With HBK, ITER has found a reliable partner providing a full chain measurement s...
Dynamic Weighing – Pays...
Dynamic Weighing – Pays...
Chabert uses an easily cleanable checkweigher for efficiency in the Reblochon packaging line. Find out why the solution based on the FIT7A works out...
Optimizing a Vehicle's ...
Optimizing a Vehicle's ...
To achieve the best possible lap time, low weight is crucial for High Speed Karlsruhe's vehicle. This can be achieved by optimizing the wishbone.
UPM- Polytechnic Univer...
UPM- Polytechnic Univer...
A group of researchers designed conducted tests with fiber optic sensors to detect cracks in the concrete.
Structural Qualificatio...
Structural Qualificatio...
To ensure good performance and safety during operational life, INTA carries out structural qualification tests on the Ariane launchers with HBK solu...
Ski-Test: Cross-Country...
Ski-Test: Cross-Country...
Tore Grøsland developed the Eiker-måler to optimally match cross-country skis to the skier. Find out how HBK load cells are involved in the device.....
Translink International
Translink International
Load cells from HBM helps Translink International on hydraulic platforms to measure how many individuals were on the existing platforms at any one t...
HoneyInstruments - load...
HoneyInstruments - load...
This case study shows how single load cell from HBM help beekeeper have a reliable and precision measurements from beehive without intervene unneces...
BOAS–Bâtiment Ouvrage d...
BOAS–Bâtiment Ouvrage d...
To prevent accidents such as bridges or viaducts collapsing, it is needed to monitor all structural builds during each project. HBK's expertise can ...
Development of a 3-axis...
Development of a 3-axis...
How can a passive sensorial foot for load-bearing walking robots be developed that is more cost-effective than the sensors available on the market?
Load Test of a Glider's...
Load Test of a Glider's...
For the certification of a new glider outer wing Akaflieg Darmstadt has to perform load tests to verify the previously performed strain simulations.
Simond (Decathlon)
Simond (Decathlon)
Simond (Decathlon) uses the force of HBK transducers to develop more reliable, safer mountain climbing equipment
Liebherr Relies on HBM ...
Liebherr Relies on HBM ...
Liebherr is testing the components and assemblies comprising its construction machinery under maximum loads – with high-performing force sensors fro...
Wind Tunnel Testing at ...
Wind Tunnel Testing at ...
Accuracy, Stability, and Confidence: RUAG relies on HBM solutions in wind tunnel testing for more than 10 years.
OSiMaB Project - On the...
OSiMaB Project - On the...
Bridge damage impairs the smooth traffic flow. To detect damage at an early stage and to forecast future damage, a holistic assessment must be imple...
Embedded vs. Convention...
Embedded vs. Convention...
Comparison of strain gauges embedded in the composite material with conventional strain gauges installed on the surface of the test structure.
IMOCA: Advens Cybersecu...
IMOCA: Advens Cybersecu...
During the last Vendée Globe race, HBK was involved in the Advens for Cybersecurity project, which involved installing optical strain gages on a boa...
IASP: Weighing Technolo...
IASP: Weighing Technolo...
Scientists at Humboldt University Berlin are trying to find out how biogas plants can become more efficient with the help of HBM measurement technol...
RWTH Aachen: E-Jet Stee...
RWTH Aachen: E-Jet Stee...
The "E-Jet” concept vehicle innovates steering by providing an innovative actuator for a steer-by-wire system using HBM's MCS10 multi-axis sensor.
Predictive Roadway Main...
Predictive Roadway Main...
An HBM monitoring solution for predictive maintenance of roads was installed to ensure structural health for Spanish roadways.
PMX and Haptic Actuator...
PMX and Haptic Actuator...
The PMX amplifier system as a central measuring and control unit meets all requirements for the test bench of the ZAF test laboratory.
PMX and HBM-Cloud-Stora...
PMX and HBM-Cloud-Stora...
PMX and HBM-Cloud-Storage make production processes safer and more efficient even in HBM's very own calibration laboratory. Read the case study here
Complex Helicopter Test...
Complex Helicopter Test...
Because of it's complexity, helicopter testing demands customizable and efficient measurement systems. See how Sirkosky trusts HBM to answer their n...
INVpack: Precision in P...
INVpack: Precision in P...
With the help of HBM, INVpack developed a custom-solution for a client: a 10-lane stick pack machine with integrated digital load cells.
aerodyn engineering
aerodyn engineering
How the wind power expert "aerodyn engineering" is using HBM force sensors for the testing of a new offshore turbine off the Japanese coast.
TU Delft
TU Delft
The TU Delft is measuring the impact of waves on flood defenses in order for being able to develop improved structures.
MACLoC - The Intelligen...
MACLoC - The Intelligen...
With the help of HBM, a research group at Alta Scuola Politecnica has developed an innovative climbing wall offering real-time feedback to athletes.
Hartpury College Case S...
Hartpury College Case S...
Collar or harness for dogs: This question has now been scientifically studied by researchers from Hartpury College by using HBM's U9C load cells.
University of Siegen: H...
University of Siegen: H...
HBM technology is used for research on experimental investigations on the dynamic behavior and fracture of composite materials at the University of ...
Bridge rehabilitation m...
Bridge rehabilitation m...
Monitoring the structural behavior and integrity of a bridge during complex rehabilitation process.
Modular Multi-Level Con...
Modular Multi-Level Con...
A project at OIT optimized offshore wind farming with a solid state tranformer, a modular multi-level converter and the GEN7tA data acquisition syst...
GreenMot: Engine Tests ...
GreenMot: Engine Tests ...
A newcomer to the market of engine testing, the French company GreenMot focused on precision tests and customized testing solutions with HBM as a pa...
Case Study: Multiple Lo...
Case Study: Multiple Lo...
Swiss company HUBER + SUHNER uses state-of-the-art automated test rigs with the complete HBM measurement chain to test cables in a highly efficient ...
NEDO: Real-Time Test Re...
NEDO: Real-Time Test Re...
Researchers from Japanese institutes NEDO and MagHEM are using HBM's eDrive Power Analyzers to develop a super-efficient motor with 40% less energy ...
Damstra Lab: Lightning ...
Damstra Lab: Lightning ...
This article shows how the Damstra Lab in the Netherlands is performing electrical tests and lightning tests based on highly reliable HBM test equip...
UPM Case Study
UPM Case Study
Read this case study from HBM to learn how the university of Madrid has analyzed the impact resistance in concrete using PACEline CFW piezo load was...
Terex: Jaw Crusher in R...
Terex: Jaw Crusher in R...
Read this case study to learn how the rugged data acquisition SomatXR from HBM guarantees reliable results during long term tests of a jaw crusher.
Hohenstein
Hohenstein
The Hohenstein Group is the industry leader in textile testing, which uses the FIT5A digital sensor from HBM in its new HOSYcan testing system.
The Kaunertal Project: ...
The Kaunertal Project: ...
HBM installed a complete sensing system for a structural load test in the Kaunertal Dam penstock pipes (Hydro Power station), in Innsbruck, Áustria.
The Endesa Project
The Endesa Project
HBM installed a complete sensing system to measure strain on the surface of a steel adduction pipeline (Endesa Hydroelectric Plant), in Pampaneira, ...
The ITER Project
The ITER Project
HBM FiberSensing will be delivering optical sensing systems for the vacuum vessel of theITER (International Fusion Energy Organization) project for ...
Nanning Subway
Nanning Subway
During the construction of new subway lines in the Chinese city of Nanning, the weight of excavated soil must be monitored in real time.
Hydro Leduc
Hydro Leduc
For the testing of variable speed motors in land and construction machines, Hydro Leduc implemented HBM's T40B torque transducer into all testing ma...
Case Study: Highly Effi...
Case Study: Highly Effi...
Together with HBM, Schabmüller has developed a new test-bench for a new type of drive and benefits from precise and cycle-accurate testing equipment.
Deacon Engineers
Deacon Engineers
Deacon Engineers uses HBM's rugged data acquisition system SomatXR for measurements on raise bore drilling machines and in main water pipings
Meer Camp
Meer Camp
A new registration system based on load cells and an app at Dutch horticulture company Meer Camp allows insights into the picked quantities per empl...
Siemens
Siemens
HBM strain gauges and data acquisition equipment used to investigate the damping effect of the sea bed on the loads on wind turbines.
Temo Pese
Temo Pese
Temo Pese, an industrial weighing manufacturer, successfully implements HBM load cells in its weighing solutions
IEF Werner
IEF Werner
Piezoelectric sensor from HBM measures forces of a IEF Werner servo press assembling fine and large parts at the same time.
Van Bodegraven
Van Bodegraven
Van Bodegraven, Dutch supplier of electric motors, was able to use existing torque sensors and DAQ systems for designing a complete new test stand.
NTN-SNR
NTN-SNR
Why bearing manufacturer NTN-SFR turned to digital load cells from HBM for production control.
Trasko Automatyka
Trasko Automatyka
Read the article how Polish automation company Trasko was able to realize EMI-immune torque measurements in a production line.
Iron Gate Dam: Measurin...
Iron Gate Dam: Measurin...
How to optimize blades of a hydro power plant turbine to get highest efficiency possible? Measurements with strain gauges help to find the right ans...
Žeželj Bridge
Žeželj Bridge
This article presents a structural health monitoring solution on a bridge in Novi Sad, comprising 472 different sensors.
SEAT
SEAT
SEAT tests vehicles faster with HBM autonomous DAQ System
HENT
HENT
Structural monitoring with HBM ensures safety of steel ceiling in new Holmestrand station.
TECHNOLAS Perfect Vision
TECHNOLAS Perfect Vision
There can be no errors in operations of the eye: Therefore Technolas Perfect Vision relies on a precise HBM amplifier for their eye lasers.
Brunswick
Brunswick
Optimized boat weight by material monitoring, based on accurate data acquisition with the modular amplifier system PMX
a-solution
a-solution
a-solution uses flexible measurement technology from HBM to modernize endurance test bench for hydraulics manufacturer
Hydrauflush
Hydrauflush
Hydrauflush International B.V. in Wormerveer, Netherlands, specializes in the maintenance and repair of hydraulic installations. In a large hydrauli...
KEMA High Voltage Lab
KEMA High Voltage Lab
KEMA Laboratories in the Netherlands use HBM test and measurement equipment for safety tests of high-voltage systems.
Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä
Dual fuel engines operating on natural gas need highly accurate torque measurement – HBM T40MAR enables Wärtsilä to use natural gas as a fuel.
Huub
Huub
As part of its latest research into demonstrating the effect of drag on different suits for world class swimmers, Huub Ltd. is launching its new M16...
ECODHYBAT
ECODHYBAT
Study shows: Use of hygienic load cells reduces cleaning time of filling machines by 29 percent.
RUAG Space
RUAG Space
RUAG Space conducts testing of separation systems for satellites with the help of HBM's MGCplus.
Hyster
Hyster
The Hyster-Yale Group (HYG) factory in Nijmegen, Netherlands, manufactures Hyster heavy forklift trucks on two production lines.
step-1
step-1
In pole position with HBM: step-1 gets open source MiKAR C301B onto the starting line.
Jungheinrich
Jungheinrich
When it comes to load data acquisition, Jungheinrich relies on HBM. The QuantumX CX22-W stand-alone data recorder plays a key role in this.
FACC
FACC
Strain gauges from HBM helped to measure results of the static and fatigue tests on winglets of the Airbus A350 XWB.
I.A.T. & Earthsystem
I.A.T. & Earthsystem
The 18th century church of Santa Maria del Suffragio in Italy was destroyed by an earthquake in 2009.
Fine-Spect
Fine-Spect
The French company Fine-Spect has developed a new checkweigher. The core element of the new checkweigher.
EDF
EDF
HBM provided measurement equipment and services for monitoring a pressure pipe in a hydroelectric plant in France.
Cedex
Cedex
The Transport Research Center of CEDEX tests is specialized on accelerated pavements with reliable pavement testing.
Bromma
Bromma
As part of their product development, Bromma wanted to verify its theoretic models by measuring tension in the steel used for lifting beams.
IRIS
IRIS
HBM supported IRIS institute in Norway to take measurements using strain gauges and a data logging system to prevent delays in the work of a new pip...
University of Geisenheim
University of Geisenheim
Geisenheim University has developed a new concept for mechanized work on steep slopes: the viticulture robot "Geisi".
BCSA
BCSA
Case Study about an innovative application by the French company BCSA that uses HBM technology.
Shuikou dam
Shuikou dam
Reliable, stable and robust: HBM torque sensors have worked well in Shuikou dam ship lifts for more than 10 years.
Chinese Locomotives
Chinese Locomotives
The customer wanted a Data Acquisition system that can be used both as a distributed system and also a centralized system.
University of Cologne
University of Cologne
The Cologne Laboratory for Construction Machines (KLB) is involved in numerous research and industrial projects.
University of Palermo
University of Palermo
Read this article to learn more about the numerical and experimental study of a sailing yacht assisted by the use of strain gauges from HBM.
Frauenhofer IWES
Frauenhofer IWES
Read how PMX enhances efficiency in a pluvial erosion test bench for wind power plants developed by Fraunhofer IWES.
FZK
FZK
The HBM S9M force sensor records the loading exerted by waves on framework structures in offshore wind power plants.
Best Crown China
Best Crown China
Thanks to digital load cells from HBM, Chinese machine manufacturer Best Crown can offer its end customer savings in the millions annually.
Case Study: More Effici...
Case Study: More Effici...
More efficient electric motors through accurate analysis of the drive using raw data with HBM eDrive system
University of Bologna
University of Bologna
The Formula Student team from the University of Bologna uses strain gauges in the vehicle to determine forces in the suspension.
InVentus
InVentus
Team InVentus from the University of Stuttgart, equipped with a T22 torque transducer from HBM, was able to successfully participate in the Aeolus R...
Minesto
Minesto
Minesto develops power plants for the commercial production of electricity from slow ocean and tidal currents using strain gauges from HBM.
Holmenbrua
Holmenbrua
Examinations by HBM of the Holmenbrua bridge in Drammen in Norway was exposed to or whether improvements were needed.
LGC Automation
LGC Automation
The HBM single point load cell meets the requirements from LGC of filling sachets up to 1.5 kg with measurement inaccuracy of a gram.
Marenco
Marenco
Marenco Swisshelicopter developed their new helicopter in real record time. To meet their deadlines, Marenco opted for HBM sensors and DAQ systems.
Strukton
Strukton
To monitor 24/7 that there is no danger of subsidence Avenue2 in Masstricht, HBM has installed strain gauges.
University of Ghent
University of Ghent
The University of Ghent has acquired an HBM GEN5i data recorder, in order to gain insight into the consequences of bird impacts with aircraft.
University of Delft
University of Delft
The Biomechanical Engineering group at the Delft Uni uses a HBM force sensor in research on friction between steel cables and various types of rubber.
Increased efficiency in...
Increased efficiency in...
A manufacturer of gypsum board, Taishan Gypsum Co. Ltd, has improved its production efficiency utilizing HBM’s PMX amplifier system.
Scale-Tron
Scale-Tron
HBM load cells are used in production for weighing tires to assure the quality of the finished product.
Medical product develop...
Medical product develop...
LifeTec specializes in independent contract-based research for businesses and institutions that introduce medical devices or implants onto the market.
University of Jena
University of Jena
Ants go for the new 3D miniature force measurement platform used at the University of Jena
Lufthansa
Lufthansa
Lufthansa Technik uses HBM T20WN for temperature tests on all airbus aircrafts
Thompson Engineering an...
Thompson Engineering an...
Ray Thompson of Thompson Engineering and Racing used the HBM Somat eDAQ-lite to measure the 7 second dragster, the key to success on the drag stip.
FFS
FFS
French Skiing Federation (FFS) optimizes ski cross performance using the HBM measurement chain like strain gages, sensors, SoMat and nCode GlyphWorks.
Sorlox
Sorlox
To produce the same kind of clean energy that powers the sun and the stars, scientists and researchers have long tried to build nuclear fusion devic...
Fleet Vehicle Data Test...
Fleet Vehicle Data Test...
Implementation of HBM's SoMat DAQ system and the HBM nCode software proved highly effective in streamlining fleet vehicle data collection.
Toyota
Toyota
Toyota intends to optimize engines and boost efficiency with a new test bench. The test bench is equipped with QuantumX from HBM.
AVIATEST
AVIATEST
Latvian company AVIATEST focuses on different longevity, resources and static strength tests of airframes. They rely on HBM's QuantumX DAQ system.
Simionato
Simionato
PW22 load cell meets requirements of scales manufacturer and certification body and doubles the number of weighing operations in multi-head weighers.
Marti/Bitterli/EMPA
Marti/Bitterli/EMPA
HBM force transducers are applied in a research project to reduce vibration in ultra-light belt conveyor galleries.
Ricoh
Ricoh
Ricoh UK Products Ltd has worked with HBM in developing a one-piece assurance system for the automatic assembly of its latest toner product.
PTB
PTB
Using the compact temperature sensor TT-3/100 from HBM, PTB has developed a process for energy-saving coffee production.
High Octane
High Octane
The cooperation between High Octane Motorsports and HBM allows future engineers to gain insight into HBM's wide range of applications and products.
SKF
SKF
Application Report from HBM Test and Measurement: Extending service life through acquisition of actual forces in rolling bearings.
University of Pretoria
University of Pretoria
Geotechnical centrifuges facilitate the modeling of complex processes in the soil. Reliable data acquisition is as important as the centrifuge itself.
University of Catalunya
University of Catalunya
Scientists have developed an experimental approach to determining the forces produced during the impact of a wave on a seawall.
MCPI
MCPI
The single point load cell PW25 from HBM Test and Measurement makes high-precision filling scale for powder more hygienic.
Liebel
Liebel
A four-lane throughput checkweigher with an innovative design has been developed - made possible by HBM‘s EHEDG-certified PW27 load cell.
Torque Transducers
Torque Transducers
HBM Torque transducers helped on customers optimize hybrid drivetrains by gathering data engineers would not typically see.
Dyno Dynamics
Dyno Dynamics
At the heart of a dynamometer is accurate measurement of torque and speed. Read in this article why Dyno Dynamics decided on a HBM T40B.
Bilwinco
Bilwinco
When developing a new multihead weigher, Bilwinco was looking for a suitable load cell which was customised for the food industry. The solution: PW27.
Dynosens
Dynosens
The TIM-EC from HBM presented a useful solution for Dynosens, who needed an interface to connect its T40B torque transducer to the EtherCAT fieldbus.
University of Texas
University of Texas
HBM's Genesis HighSpeed data recorder was used for measuring acoustic emissions to understand the behaviour of sand grains during an explosion.
Paderborn University (L...
Paderborn University (L...
New materials in crash tests: Institute for lightweight automotive construction relies on HBM's Genesis HighSpeed.
Top-quality steel – rel...
Top-quality steel – rel...
Process monitoring in steel forming: Precise position, dimensioning and assembly are performed with finite elements calculations by HBM
Smart devices: intensiv...
Smart devices: intensiv...
PMX measures contact forces of a few Newtons for this application with long term stability and saves the maximum forces.
Quality control for swi...
Quality control for swi...
Switching on and off reliably – over the entire service life of a switching device. Guaranteeing this is the task of end-of-line test benches in swi...
Dieffenbacher
Dieffenbacher
The Eppinger Dieffenbacher Group has decided to use HBM’s digiCLIP digital industrial measuring amplifier in the fiber control of its systems.
Teltek
Teltek
HBM's intelligent load cells measure on the go when the production process cannot stop
SIMS Professional Engin...
SIMS Professional Engin...
For a recent series of tests on a new truck trailer design, Sims Professional Engineers (SPE) chose the Somat eDAQ data acquisition system from HBM.
Serving a greener autom...
Serving a greener autom...
The automotive industry has to adapt production and assembly processes in the face of the rapid changes in European environmental standards.
Schuler
Schuler
The force of the pressure used for minting is crucial for the quality of a coin. SCHULER relies on HBM for monitoring forces in coining presses.
ABB
ABB
Tests at ABB's High Power Laboratory in Ludvika (Sweden) involve subjecting products to extreme stresses. Advanced test equipment from HBM is used.
Sensor-based dental brace
Sensor-based dental brace
Strain gauges can be used for measuring almost anything, even the strain in dental braces.
SISU AXLES
SISU AXLES
For developing more durable and more capable axles, Finnish manufacturer Sisu Axles equipped its new test stand with torque transducers from HBM.
DB Netz AG
DB Netz AG
Can bridges withstand increasing loads? Short and long-term measurements provide answers - also delivered with bridge monitoring solutions from HBM.
Crane Maintenance
Crane Maintenance
The use of crane monitoring systems can reduce maintenance costs by up to 75%. HBM custom load pins are an important component of these systems.
Case Study: Testing of ...
Case Study: Testing of ...
HBM provides DAQ systems for GreenMot, a French company testing electric and hybrid vehicles
LRT
LRT
Using HBM strain gauges, the Lessius Racing Team (LRT) is developping new powertrain technologies that result in race cars with low carbon emissions.
Kai Le co
Kai Le co
Kai Le Vehicle Co is implementing the use of HBM’s modular QuantumX data acquisition system to improve its technologies.
Aarhus
Aarhus
With QuantumX MX840A HBM offers a smart solution to the Aarhus University for collecting measurement data, so that many experiments can be carried out
JAXA
JAXA
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has relied on HBM’s data acquisition technology to investigate the structural health of an aircraft.
WSL
WSL
To better understand the forces at work in mudslides, Swiss Engineers are using a special scale with measurement technology from HBM.
Hirschvogel Pinghu
Hirschvogel Pinghu
Hirschvogel Automotive Components is utilizing HBM’s SLB strain transducer and MP55DP amplifier system to monitor forging forces for improved qualit...
XCMG Group
XCMG Group
The Chinese company XCMG has embarked on a development program to optimize the quality control in its cement mixing plants by fitting HBM load cells.
Increased quality of mo...
Increased quality of mo...
Dorst Technologies has elected to use HBM's PMX amplifier platform, specially developed for industrial use, to design a new series of powder presses.
Interfleet
Interfleet
Interfleet uses the HBM data acquisition systems QuantumX and MGCplus to carry out rail measurements in a scalable and flexible way
Test bench development
Test bench development
The Leatt Corporation developed a special neck protector, the Leatt Brace. SoMat eDAQlite and nCode GlyphWorks® from HBM are used in the tests.
Gemstones make LEDs glow
Gemstones make LEDs glow
LEDs, photovoltaic cells, jewelry – artificial gemstones such as sapphire crystal are used in the production anddevelopment of these products.
BMW
BMW
The BMW Group's new test benches permit implementation of more efficient test programs and have a share in further extending the automotive supplier...
Bühler
Bühler
Bühler regularly checks its suppliers with regard to reliability, adherence and performance. HBM was identified as a preferred supplier.
Leibniz-Universität Han...
Leibniz-Universität Han...
Measurement technology from HBM was used to measure component temperatures, strain and deformation of a motorway bridge in Germany.
Koenig & Bauer AG
Koenig & Bauer AG
In a rotary printing press, the paper must always be held under as constant a tension as possible.
Valeo
Valeo
Valeo opts for the complete measurement chain from HBM in the production of control elements for opening and closing windows using automatic switches.
Plant Marvel
Plant Marvel
Load cells are often used due not only to their measuring accuracy, but also for their stability, ruggedness, ability to handle hostile environments...
Scansys
Scansys
Scansys, based in Herstal, Belgium, is a specialist enterprise that develops and produces test rigs for dynamic testing as well as specialist machin...
Elie Carafoli
Elie Carafoli
To measure and analyze the forces and moments acting in all three axes (x, y, z) on aircraft test models in a wind tunnel requires special balances ...
Hawtal Whiting
Hawtal Whiting
Hawtal Whiting is a leading independent supplier of automotive design and engineering services. In partnership with HBM who provided data acquisitio...
Nord Servis s.r.o.
Nord Servis s.r.o.
The ever-widening range of cakes, bread and pastries available from bakeries means that demands are being placed upon manufacturers of bakery machin...
Keil Anlagenbau GmbH & ...
Keil Anlagenbau GmbH & ...
Hans-Jürgen Keil Anlagenbau GmbH & Co. KG, a company based in Hunteburg, Germany, designs and constructs complete production machines for batching a...
Dassault Aviation
Dassault Aviation
Dassault Aviation, the French aircraft manufacturer, has improved its test equipment for the development of its Falcon business jets by using HBM's ...
Airbus
Airbus
Structural engineers working on the development of modern commercial aircraft can benefit from sharing information, especially when they are located...
Minho University
Minho University
Minho University is undertaking a long-term project to improve the durability of Portuguese bridges by using HBM’s equipment to monitor permanently ...
Jaguar
Jaguar
Precise HBM data acquisition makes this classy British limousine even safer through the flexibility and Adaptability of using catman® and MGCplus.
Austrian Railways
Austrian Railways
Inductive transducers can be used in even the severest conditions, such as on this stretch of track at Brixental in Austria.
SeaTech Snc
SeaTech Snc
Record performance on the bobsled ice track: The complete measurement chain from HBM was recently used to test the Olympic bobsled run at San Sicari...
HOERBIGER
HOERBIGER
In industrial plants, usually only one load component is measured. Then extensive mechanical decoupling of the parasitic influences may be necessary.
Institute for Ship Stru...
Institute for Ship Stru...
Researchers have simulated the impact of a rogue wave hitting a cruise liner's window. The HBM Genesis HighSpeed products provide safe result.
SHP opts for QuantumX
SHP opts for QuantumX
Only five days were allowed for load tests on a new bridge to be conducted by SHP. One of the secrets behind the success: HBM's QuantumX.
Ibertest
Ibertest
Robust repeatability with the U15 force transducer at Ibertest
Healthtech
Healthtech
The UK scale manufacturer 'Healthtech' is utilising HBM’s PW10 load cells to give improved accuracy, better design and to reduce manufacturing costs...
HORIBA
HORIBA
Motor test benches: HBM reference transducers ensure reliable measurement results in automated calibration systems
digiCLIP
digiCLIP
Perfectly cut silicon wafers: digiCLIP ensures leaps in efficiency for the production of photovoltaic systems
Medellín Metro
Medellín Metro
Medellín Metro: Portable diagnosis system for mobile data acquisition
CEMAGREF
CEMAGREF
Too much fertilizer? A globally unique test bench for investigation and analysis
SIEMENS
SIEMENS
Siemens: Dynamic truck rear axle transmission test rig for SCANIA
Mahle Powertrain
Mahle Powertrain
Mahle Powertrain: HBM helps make engines go greener
Mitsui Babcock
Mitsui Babcock
On bending and breaking: Cost-optimized construction of subsea pipelines with HBM and Mitsui Babcock.
FH München
FH München
Students are working on an innovative vision of a bicycle. In the ”Electric Eel“ project, the lightweight material carbon is combined with piezoele...
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin establishes a modern force transducer calibration center
RUAG
RUAG
RUAG: Full Scale Fatigue Testing with HBM measuring system
ZAG Ljubljana
ZAG Ljubljana
When the earth rocks... vibrating table tests at ZAG
TU München
TU München
With 5g in the precipice: HBM measurement technology in the Formula 1 of winter sports
LONG EMG
LONG EMG
LONG EMG develops a pneumatic press that measures displacement and force with an integrated HBM MP85A FASTpress amplifier.
Optical sensors for lig...
Optical sensors for lig...
There are increased attempts to implement sensor technology to meet increased safety and warranty standards.
SINT Technology
SINT Technology
Residual Stress Measurement by the Hole-Drilling Method
Bavarian State Research...
Bavarian State Research...
A process control regulates the timing for batching and logs the batched quantities. Any variation from the target quantity can be automatically cor...
OGOWin
OGOWin
HBM technology and service for building up the first German offshore wind farm
TÜV SÜD Rail
TÜV SÜD Rail
TÜV SÜD Rail: With QuantumX on the tracks of the Glacier Express
KOSME Group
KOSME Group
Full to the brim with intelligent details: KOSME Group makes filling machines FIT®
El Giraldillo
El Giraldillo
A monitoring system including HBM's MGCplus amplifier system was used to monitor any mechanical changes to the sculpture during restoration work.
Veneta Engineering
Veneta Engineering
HBM Italy worked with Verona-based Veneta Engineering which was in charge of all optical height measurement and trigonometric leveling tests on the ...
Infineon Technologies AG
Infineon Technologies AG
Infineon: Test system for security and chip card applications
TU Chemnitz
TU Chemnitz
100 km on 0.04 l – TU Chemnitz on the move and eco-friendly with QuantumX
Accuweigh
Accuweigh
Used in Australia's largest wine-growing region: HBM's universal Z6 load cell
Technip
Technip
HBM measurement technology increases safety and efficiency in power station piping.
Thomas Magnete
Thomas Magnete
You can rely on HBM's QuantumX data acquisition (DAQ) system for testing electromagnetic actuators for brake assistants.
Gates Corporation
Gates Corporation
Redefining Rugged: HBM’s SoMat eDAQ Data Acquisition System
Cummins Singapore
Cummins Singapore
By utilizing HBM systems, Cummins can now easily meet ABS and ISO requirements while better understanding of performance criteria for its generators.
HORIBA
HORIBA
Force transducer U10M for HORIBA's vehicle test stand VULCAN
LISA Airplanes
LISA Airplanes
Making flying a pleasure again: This is the aim of the new, ultra-modern AKOYA light airplane through the use of strain gauges from HBM and the ultr...
AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland
Latest Lynx lands safely following development tests
Del Equipment
Del Equipment
HBM helps tail lifts meet regulations ahead of schedule
DB Minden
DB Minden
At present, DB Systemtechnik in Minden, Germany, an independent testing authority, explores the possibilities resulting from the use of optical stra...
PROMESS
PROMESS
HBM force transducers at Promess: Quality assurance in production
Chinese tests highlight...
Chinese tests highlight...
Comparative tests of data acquisition equipment for use on high-speed trains undertaken by the Beijing Jiaotong University in China have demonstrate...
APL
APL
The independent test bench service provider APL has over 70 state-of-the-art motor and component test benches, and relies on HBM measurement technol...
Mercedes AMG
Mercedes AMG
The process controller MP85A from HBM is used, among other things, to monitor press-fit processes during production and assembly.
UPC
UPC
To determine residual stresses in concrete beams, Spanish researches have opted for measurement instruments from HBM. Read the complete case study!
All Fill
All Fill
All Fill International has a long history of working with HBM and has used both its digital and analogue models. This includes using HBM’s FIT1 digi...
The Switch
The Switch
Generators for wind turbines from The Switch are tested and optimized with a torque flange from HBM
CRH
CRH
C. Rob. Hammerstein (CRH), globally leading manufacturer of car seats, has developed a future-proof test concept, trusting in measurement technology...
Volvo Construction Equi...
Volvo Construction Equi...
Volvo Construction Equipment uses HBM's SoMat eDAQ test system to help it test loader prototypes under extreme conditions.
Politecnico di Milano
Politecnico di Milano
Italian researchers have selected HBM’s GEN7t high-speed equipment to improve the reliability and accuracy of data acquisition on Charpy tests.
SINTEF
SINTEF
SINTEF uses MGCplus, catman Enterprise Software and strain gauges in one of the world's most advanced marine technology research institutes.
ORWIN
ORWIN
Orwin, one of largest automation machine builders in the UK, has utilised HBM’s MP85ADP amplifier in an Active Engine Mount Cell assembly line.
CLES-FACIL
CLES-FACIL
The Task of the 2011 experimental rocket was to fine out the force that the openings of a parachute exerts on a rocket.
IDENTO Operations
IDENTO Operations
Dutch manufacturer Idento makes measuring units for weighing feed quantities for pigs and cattle. Idento uses hermetically-sealed load cells from HBM.
AXPO Kompogas
AXPO Kompogas
How can sensors be securely and permanently installed in the wet and aggressive environment of a fermenter? HBM offers a solution to Axpo Kompogas AG.
IRT Australia
IRT Australia
The Institute for Rail Technology decided to use HBM's SoMat eDAQ data acquisition system when designing a new measurement vehicle.
BAE Systems
BAE Systems
BAE Systems benefits the performance of the new F-35 Joint Strike Fighter through integrated structural testing and derisking the FTI.
ARBURG
ARBURG
The benefit offered by the combined solution: full integration with day-to-day routines and processes as well as maximum flexibility.
BALESTRA
BALESTRA
Swiss engineer Mauro Balestra has developed a way of recreating dangerous situations in a test vehicle, under real traffic conditions.
NIST
NIST
Researchers in the USA have utilized HBM’s DAQ equipment to ensure international competitiveness, to improve the quality of their products.
Kee Safety
Kee Safety
Kee Safety uses the complete measurement chain from HBM for the research and development of its horizontal life line, KeeLine.
Columbia River
Columbia River
Two US contractors have used HBM's Genesis data acquisition equipment to monitor the underwater blasting of a section of the Columbia River.
Split-Hopkinson Bar Mat...
Split-Hopkinson Bar Mat...
Split Hopkinson bar testing is a method in materials testing that enables material properties to be determined in dynamic conditions.
METIRI
METIRI
An old industrial chimney in Barcelona has been given a new lease of life as part of a recent redevelopment thanks to an HBM monitoring system.
Hydroptère: Setting new...
Hydroptère: Setting new...
Alain Thébault of France has been pursuing his dream of building the fastest sailing boat in the world for decades.