Load cells and force sensors
The heart of any weighing system is the load cell. A load cell is an electrical instrument which is used to convert a mechanical force into an electrical output signal. The terminology for load cells can be found in the OIML R60 regulation for load cells.
Load cells are highly accurate transducers which provides the user with information not generally obtainable by other technology due to commercial factors. Load cells are designed to sense force or weight under a wide range of adverse conditions. They are not only the most essential part of an electronic weighing system, but also the most vulnerable. In order to get the most benefit from the load cell, the user must have a thorough understanding of the technology, construction and operation of this unique device. In addition, it is imperative that the user selects the correct load cell for the application and provide the necessary care for the load cell during its lifetime.
Understanding these important issues and properly maintaining the load cells will ensure trouble-free weighing for a long period of time.
ZEMIC, founded in 1965 by the Chinese aviation industry (AVIC), has built up a reputation as one of the leading suppliers of load cells, strain gages and sensors in the Asian region and as a manufacturer of many known brand names in the European and American load cell market. This is largely due to the quality and versatility of our products. Furthermore, our customers place increasingly more value on reliable service, from stock deliveries and professional consultancy in the area of application know-how.
We are here to help our European customers with all enquiries and assisting you with your challenges. With 30 years of being active in the field of weighing you can expect from us a professional technical support for your application and we can give you advice for the “best fit” load cell, mounting hardware, strain gage or pressure and torque transducer. Zemic Europe can also offer you your own private label with or without OIML approvals and if our wide range of standard products does not meet your requirements our engineering staff of over 225 engineers is ready to design a special product according to your specifications.
Our Headoffice in Europe is based in The Netherlands from where we stock thousands of products which can be delivered within 1 day to anywhere in Europe. Your own online webaccount enables you to order online and check the availability of our products.