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13-Mar-24

vLite™ innovation for lighter, more sustainable load cells

The fundamental shape and construction of load cells has barely changed in decades. Even as strain gauge technology has advanced, and applications have grown, the basic solid metal beam has endured.

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10-Oct-23

Our new online shop is open for business

VPG Force Sensors’ high-quality load cells can now be purchased online in the US, with delivery within days.

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3-Aug-23

How to choose the right load cell for any project

Load cells play a critical role in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and safety in measurement or weighing systems across a wide range of industries.

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6-Nov-22

Are you ready for the new Brexit regulatory requirements?

Brexit regulatory deadlines are fast approaching—starting January 1, 2023, UK CA certification will be required for all applications in potentially explosive atmospheres and/or hazardous locations. And VPG is ready! We’ve already secured UK CA certification for relevant applications.

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24-Oct-22

Application Spotlight: Meeting the growing and diverse market demand for e-bikes with accurate sensing

An all-in-one solution for e-bike motors helps manufacturers meet demand for diverse functionality and high quality, with a smooth, single-vendor supply chain

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4-Sep-22

EDOC corrosion-proof coating for load cells

Our unique EDOC coating provides long-lasting anti-corrosion protection for load cells. Here’s the story behind the innovation and how it’s been proven for 15 years.

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26-Jun-22

VPG Force Sensors – New brand name for VPG Transducers

VPG Force Sensors is the new brand name of VPG Transducers. We’re excited to introduce our new name, logo and tagline and tell you the story behind it all.

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23-May-22

Force Sensor-based Grain Flow Sensor for Combine Harvesters

A solution based on a heavily modified version of a standard force sensor enables farmers to monitor in real time how much grain is being harvested. The highly accurate measurement data is correlated with GPS data to provide precise yield calculations by specific area.

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23-May-22

Improving Patient Comfort in Mammography with Force Sensor Transducer

A force sensor attached to the top of the x-ray plate of a mammography machine protects women by ensuring just the right amount of compression is exerted – enough to get the required clear image without causing unnecessary discomfort

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23-May-22

Force Sensor Load Cells in Longitudinal Load Moment Limiter – Extensometer – EN15000

A Longitudinal Load Moment Limiter system with an integrated customized extensometer enables manufacturers of telehandlers to comply with the new EN15000 stability standard. VPG Transducer’s field-proven system ensures the equipment operates only within the intended load limits