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Press Releases 2016

High Speed Data Acquisition Card Allows for Full Flexibility in Dynamic Applications: (November 21, 2016) The new GN840B/1640B Genesis High Speed universal data acquisition card from HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) is suited for dynamic applications in materials and structural testing.
PROFINET Interface Module for Torque Transducers Ensures Flexibility in the Test Bench: (November 15, 2016) The TIM-PROFINET interface module from HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) is particularly fast and ideal for highly dynamic applications due to its bus cycle time of 4 kHz.
New, Legal-For-Trade Weighing Terminal With PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and PROFIBUS: (November 15, 2016) HBM Test and Measurement´s new legal-for-trade WTX120 weighing terminal provides plant and machine manufacturers with a superior solution for process weighing, filling or sorting.
Successfull Cooperation with Mediseal: (September 5, 2016) Mediseal, in close cooperation with weighing technology specialist HBM, has a new weighing module ready to launch onto the market, for 100% single-stick weighing in packaging machinery.
HBM, Test and Measurement Expert from Darmstadt, Germany, Invests in Production and Logistics Center: (August 3, 2016) Building a new production and logistics center and expanding office space at its Darmstadt headquarters, HBM has set the course for further growth.
New Webinars on Structural Health Monitoring: (August 2, 2016) HBM offers two new and free webinars addressing the opportunities offered by “Asset Health Monitoring” of infrastructures .
HBM strengthens its presence in India with new branch office: (August 1, 2016) HBM is now represented in India with its own branch office, pursuing its international growth strategy.
PMX Industrial Measuring Amplifier Available ex Works with Electronic Calibration Certificates: (July 2016) The PMX industrial measuring amplifier now comes with PDF versions of the calibration certificates for every measurement card stored in its internal memory for download using the integrated web server.
Precise Measurement Module for Force, Torque, and Pressure: (June 2016) When your test and measurement analyses of force, torque, and pressure in modern testing and calibration machines require high precision and reliability, the measurement chain from HBM is the right solution for you. This includes the QuantumX MX430B measurement module, precise sensors and a suitable software solution.
Precise Torque Transducer for Measurement of Extremely High Torque: (June 2016) With its new precise T40FH torque transducer HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) addresses high measuring ranges up to 300 kN·m. Users can choose between nominal (rated) torques of 100 kN·m, 125 kN·m, 150 kN·m, 200 kN·m, 250 kN·m and 300 kN·m.
New Multicomponent Sensor Allows for 3D Measurement of Force and Torque: (May 2016) HBM’s new MCS10 multicomponent sensor enables multiple forces and torques along three axes to be simultaneously measured while featuring a compact design.
Freely Scalable Data Recorder Features up to 5 MS/s Sample Rate: (April 2016) Besides autonomous data logging of analog sensor signals in mobile or stationary applications the QuantumX CX22B data recorder from HBM offers high flexibility and additional connectors.
Force sensor for application ranges up to 300 °C: (April 2016) HBM is expanding its selection of piezoelectric force washers with PACEline CHW. The new force washers are suitable for use at very high ambient temperatures of up to 300 °C. A cable is also welded on to offer users complete protection.
All-in-one solutions in measurement technology from HBM at Sensor+Test 2016: (April 2016) HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) will be showing all-in-one solutions for measuring electrical and mechanical quantities at the leading trade fair for measurement technology, Sensor+Test, in Nuremberg, Germany from 05/10 – 12.
Precise High-speed Torque Transducers in a Compact Flange Design for Rotational Speeds up to 45,000 rpm: (April 2016) The new compact T40HS torque transducer from HBM intended for measuring torque at high rotational speeds, offers high stiffness, is made of light titanium and ensures maximum precision.
Installing and parameterizing force transducers quickly and reliably: (April 2016) Ready-to install force sensors from HBM, optionally fitted with TEDS for automated parameterization of the measuring chain.
HBM Academy offers new seminar program in measurement technology: (February 2016) HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) covers 17 topics in more than 50 seminars in its HBM Academy, also offering any combination of topics and seminars to interested participants on site.
High-speed data acquisition system supports performance in nacelle test stand: (February 2016) For the first time in Germany, manufacturers of nacelles for wind energy turbines have access to a full-scale test stand for complete nacelles in the multi-megawatt range, the Dynamic Nacelle Testing Laboratory (DyNaLab).
Acquisition of high-speed data and CANbus signals in a software program: (January 2016) The new version of HBM's Perception software for ultra high-speed data acquisition also simultaneously acquires slower CANbus signals while simplifying handling with freely definable buttons (User Keys).

Press Releases 2015

Reliability for dynamic weighing in harsh environments: Completely redesigned digital load cell for filling and metering applications from HBM delivers reliable measured values, even under the most difficult ambient conditions.
Torque and rotational speed measurements with coupler functionality for PROFINET and EtherCAT: With flexible interface modules – TIM-EC for EtherCAT and TIM-PN for PROFINET – HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) offers two tools for digitally transferring torque and rotational speed signals, making it easy to connect different networks together.
Reliability engineering for the entire development cycle: ReliaSoft offers a comprehensive range of seminars on reliability engineering for the entire development cycle.
Fully digital measuring chain from the load cell through to the software: With the new strain gauge (SG) based FIT7A load cell family and PanelX data acquisition and analysis software, HBM offers a fully digital measuring chain for dynamic weighing processes.
HBMshop offers over 250 types of strain gauges online, available for immediate delivery: HBM, the internationally leading manufacturer of strain gauges (SG), offers 260 types of SGs available for delivery immediately from stock.
Profitable sensor solution for manufacturers of packaging machines: The innovative sensor concepts based on strain gauge technology from HBM support manufacturers of packaging machines.
PROFINET interface module with IRT functionality for torque transducers: HBM offers a particularly powerful tool, the TIM-PN PROFINET interface module which enables torque and rotational speed signals as well as angle of rotation and power to be digitally transmitted to PROFINET.
HBM expands application range of rugged data acquisition system: HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) has added three more modules to the rugged SomatXR data acquisition system, extending the range of applications
Flexible integration of high-precision HBM data acquisition systems into customer software solutions: HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) has developed a new Common API available free of charge for integrating QuantumX, PMX and MGCplus into .NET-based software.
Web-based data acquisition for harsh measurement environments: HBM Test and Measurement expands the rugged SomatXR data acquisition system with a data recorder and an Ethernet switch.
Universal and precise measuring amplifier: The QuantumX MX840B combines precision and flexible adaptability to many different applications in the new generation of modules.
Customized force measurement in series-production quality: HBM Test and Measurement further consolidates its leading position in force measurement technology.
HBPR-811: Approval as a medical product makes it easier to use the SLS lifter scale in combination with patient lifters. Now it is possible to install the lifter scale directly into existing lifters and suspension devices in medical applications.
Optimized torque measurements in engine test benches: HBM enables more efficient engine tests for the automotive industry with the PMX industrial measuring amplifier system.
10 gigabytes of measurement data to document world record tour from cape to cape: The goal of Rainer Zietlow was to write world record history with the "Cape-to-Cape 2.0" project – and he did just that: In 9 days, 4 hours, 9 minutes and 27 seconds, he and two other passengers traversed Africa and Europe from cape to cape.
HBPR-838: Precision, ruggedness and flexibility are the core attributes of the new U10 force transducer from HBM, the measurement technology professionals.
HBPR-810: As part of AVL Supplier Day, AVL List GmbH has presented the award for best supplier in the category of Service Excellence to HBM.
HBPR-828: The QuantumX MX460B digital pulse and frequency amplifier from HBM enables dynamic, reliable torque and rotational speed measurements.
Rugged load cell for precise weighing of suspended loads: With the new Z16A tension load cell, HBM offers a unique solution for weighing suspended loads.
HBPR-812: The new version of the catman data acquisition and analysis software can be combined with the QuantumX universal measurement electronics system from HBM to create an efficient complete solution for a wide range of measurement tasks.
New weighing electronics for demanding process control applications, even under harsh ambient conditions: For dynamic weighing technology applications in harsh ambient conditions, HBM Test and Measurement introduces PAD digital transducer electronics.
Software for high-speed data acquisition and processing: The Perception software from HBM has a new feature in version 6.60 to make adjustments for individual user requirements.
HBPR-813: With the GEN7tA, HBM Test and Measurement (HBM) offers one of the fastest data acquisition systems and transient recorders of its kind, and thus a solution for measurements that are both continuous and extremely fast.
HBPR-806: Requirements for torque measurement technology are constantly increasing in terms of rotational speed and ever greater precision, especially in test benches for electric motors and generators.
HBPR-735: Wired strain gauges (SGs) from HBM T&M are suitable for high temperatures. Also a feature: impressive fast delivery time and RoHS-compliant.
HBPR-805: Automation Inside is a well-known trade magazine for sensors and measurement solutions in manufacturing and laboratories. In an online competition featuring automation products, the PMX industrial amplifier from HBM took first place in a field of numerous other products.
HBPR-719: HBM has developed the measuring amplifier family SomatXR for mobile measurement data acquisition under extreme conditions.
HBPR-837: Imagine crossing Africa and Europe in a car – in less than 10 days. That is the goal of Rainer Zietlow in the Cape-to-Cape 2.0 world record tour.
HBPR-820: SomatXR from HBM combines especially rugged measurement technology with a web-based user interface for reliably and efficiently recording and analyzing vehicle development tests in harsh environments.
HBPR-733: The new LabVIEW driver from HBM provides a convenient way to integrate QuantumX, PMX and MGCplus into LabVIEW.
HBPR-715: HBM offers the market a unique tool with the EtherCAT interface module TIM-EC which can digitally transmit torque and speed signals, angle of rotation and power via EtherCAT.
HBPR-718: Type examination certificates for load cells from HBM for use in potentially explosive areas have been reconfirmed.
HBPR-731: HBM has announced their acquisition of FiberSensing, a leading provider of Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) based measurement and monitoring systems.
HBPR-809: The CMD2000 industrial charge amplifier for piezoelectric force sensors from HBM combines an extensive measuring range with a compact design.

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