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Press Releases 2020

HBK Benelux & ENMO announcement
HBK Benelux – will work in close collaboration with the Brüel & Kjaer distributor in Benelux – ENMO Sound & Vibration Technology.
Increased speed on applications tests
HBM unveils a specially designed, high-speed torque transducer.
Load cells help HoneyInstruments meet target
To help apiarists monitor their bees - without compromising honey production - HoneyInstrument has created a highly accurate and robust hive scale, the capabilities of which have been rigorously tested with load cell technology.
C10 Update 2020
(Darmstadt, November 2020) Further development of a testing and measuring portfolio does not necessarily mean new products – substantial progress and improved cost-effectiveness can also be attained by the evolution of established sensors. Hottinger Brüel & Kjær has proven this with the facelift of the configurable C10 compressive force transducer:
New Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Test Kit
To help manufacturers of PCBs avoid damage or failure of their products, HBK has launched a Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Test Kit to detect weaknesses during the early stages of development.
MCS10 new ranges
Darmstadt, November 2020, World leading sensor manufacturer Hottinger Brüel & Kjær has launched a new addition to its MCS10 Multicomponent Sensor line from HBM - MCS10-200.
New Weighing Terminal WTX110-D
HBM has launched a new weighing terminal to expand the WTX series – the WTX110-D. The new addition to the portfolio can be connected to up to 32 digital load cells and is ideal for applications in truck and silo scales.
Get the results you want with HBK’s Academy
HBK has launched its latest virtual training course line up to provide a wide range of test and measurement know-how for engineers, acousticians and consultants.
HBK help Simond (Decathlon) reach the top
To improve its mountaineering equipment, outdoor specialist, Simond used force transducers to develop safer, more reliable mountain climbing equipment.
Expertise from around the world in one place
Attendees at HBK’s virtual Product Physics Conference will have the opportunity to see presentations from a wide range of industry experts.
HBK unveils details of its online conference
Test and measurement specialist, HBK has launched the countdown to its virtual Product Physics Conference, taking place from 13th to 15th October 2020.
T40MS for high-speed application tests
Measurement technology expert, HBM’s T40MS torque transducer – ideal for testing electric drives and transmissions – is now available as a cost-optimized solution.
New C11 Ultra-Miniature Force Sensor
With its C11, HBM introduces a new series of compressive force transducers that open up new areas of application due to their ultra-miniature design and extraordinary temperature resistance. In cooperation with Kyowa.
Launch of Digital Sensor Electronics DSE
Leading weighing technology brand, HBM’s new load cell conditioner – DSE-HIE – allows any strain gauge-based sensor to operate in a modern, industrial Ethernet system. Its hygienic design makes it suitable for even the most demanding environments.
New Line of Webinar Sessions Now Available
May 2020 - To help customers grow their knowledge during these uncertain times, test and measurement specialist, HBM has created a bigger range of its webinar tutorials.
New variant of C9C and U9C load cells
The C9C and U9C force sensors from HBM are now also available with a permanently connected inline measuring amplifier. This design makes it much easier to set up the measuring chain, as there is no more soldering or crimping and no need to configure a measuring amplifier.
Boost Your Technical Know-How with HBM's 2020 Courses
January 2020 - HBM has launched its 2020 training calendar, providing a range of theoretical and technical courses, designed to help engineers and consultants get the most from their tools.
New Force Washers KMRplus
HBM is introducing its new KMRplus force washer that efficiently solves force measurement tasks in production environments and is particularly suitable for monitoring tasks.
Sign Up Now for HBM’s Educational Webinars
February 2020 - Test and measurement specialist, HBM’s latest batch of webinars are now available for registration.

Press Releases 2019

HBM Webinars to Spark Your Interest This November
To help engineers avoid costly downtime and equipment damage, the HBM Academy provides a range of online training courses to help attendees get the most from their tools.
Mini but Mighty Pressure Transducer P60
Carrying out reliable pressure tests within confined areas, such as gearboxes or coolant systems, is now a much simpler process for engineers with the launch of HBM’s miniature pressure transducer series - P60.
Iron Bird Testing with catman Enterprise 8.0
catman Enterprise is the leading data acquisition (DAQ) software for tests with high channel counts. This makes the DAQ software ideal for aerospace testing applications such as static and fatigue testing.
With the release of catman Enterprise version 8.0 it is now possible to acquire data from digital avionics buses, such as ARINC-429 and MIL-STD-1553. This opens a new field of test applications in which users can benefit from HBM’s experience with high channel counts. The applications range from testing of subsystems like landing gears up to the full-scale iron bird test.
The Correct Connection with HBM’s Force Transducer Cables
Selecting the correct cable for a force measurement task can be a challenge. HBM has launched its new K-CAB-F connection cables, designed to simplify the process.
HBM and Brüel & Kjær Merger Continues to Take Shape
Following the initial announcement, in April 2018, of the merger between Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik (HBM) and Brüel & Kjær, HBM’s Senior Vice President Product Management, Marketing and Strategy Thomas Lippok at HBM, provides an update on the latest developments.
HBM Technology Integrated into Bridge Project
In order to restore Brazil's longest suspension bridge, optical and strain gauge technology by HBM has been used to ensure the 90-year-old structure would provide safe passage for numerous pedestrians and vehicles crossing each day.
BK New Sound Level Meter Available on Web Shop
Sound and vibration specialist Brüel & Kjær’s latest sound level meter - B&K 2245 - can now be purchased via its sister company’s virtual store, HBMshop.
Clipx Signal Conditioner with OPC-UA Server
HBM presents its first signal conditioner of the ClipX series with an integrated OPC UA server. It uses M2M communication to enable direct sensor data transmission to a cloud for analysis.
New Optical Fiber Sensor Line newLight
newLight is an easy to install optical sensor line for strain, tilt, temperature and acceleration. Based on Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) technology, the development of this product line reflects advances in optical measurement standards and merges the advantages of HBM’s former optical product portfolio into one comprehensible line of optical sensors.
DAQ module with CAN FD for high bandwidth requirem
HBM has expanded its range of data acquisition modules by launching the new MX471C module with CAN FD (CAN with flexible data-rate) protocol. The module is part of the industry standards' QuantumX and SomatXR series, providing engineers with universal and flexible solutions for integrating data acquisition systems into CANbus networks.
New Miniature Piezo Force Sensor PACEline CFTplus
HBM’s new PACEline CFTplus series of piezoelectric force transducers is an ideal choice for making measurements in the production and manufacturing sectors. CFTplus sensors are particularly suitable for covering very large measuring ranges, for e.g., when using presses with a large measuring range.
PW15AHY with minimum verification interval (Y) of 25,000
HBM has expanded its portfolio of load cells in the SP4M industry footprint: The new PW15AHY single point load cell has a ratio of minimum verification interval (Y) of up to 25,000.