Latest News

The latest news stories relating to our range of load cell and instrumentation products can be viewed below. This section will be updated regularly with application stories, articles, product updates and other interesting information relating to LCM Systems.

300te Annular Load Cell
300te Annular Load Cell
23rd Aug 2024

This stainless steel 300 tonne annular load cell has been manufactured for a company in Guatemala that specialises in the supply of parts to the transportation industry.

400te Bi Directional Load Pin
400te Load Pins for Lock Gate Load Monitoring
16th Aug 2024

Designed and manufactured for a UK Port, these 400 tonne rated load pins will be installed in new outer lock gates to measure both tensile and compressive forces in the anchor rods as the gate opens and closes.

50kg Beam Load Cell
50kg Stainless Steel BF2 Beam Load Cell
9th Aug 2024

Ready for final calibration is one of the smallest load cells we manufacture. At just 75mm by 18mm, this stainless steel dual cantilever beam load cell has a load rating of 50kg.

Hazardous Area Wireless Load Pin
Wireless Intrinsically Safe Load Pin
2nd Aug 2024

Ready for despatch early next week is this hazardous area approved Ex i (Intrinsically Safe) 80,000lb/36 tonne wireless load pin, which will be shipped to a customer that specialises in the manufacture of snubbing equipment and other well servicing products.

75te compression load cell
75 Tonne Compression Load Cells for Aerospace Application
26th Jul 2024

These 75 tonne compression load cells have been designed and manufactured for our USA distributor, Interface Inc, and will be installed on an aircraft jacking system.

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1500kN Load Pin for LNG Production Project
4th Jul 2024

This 1500kN ATEX/IECEx certified Ex d (explosion proof) load pin will be used on a LNG project involving the conversion of a semi-submersible drilling unit into a separation and boosting plant.

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Understanding Strain Gauge Load Cells
4th Jul 2024

Strain gauge load cells are fundamental components in modern force measurement technology, playing a crucial role in various industries where precise weight and force measurements are required.

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Load cells vs Strain Gauges: Understanding the Differences
4th Jul 2024

In the realm of force measurement and strain analysis, both load cells and strain gauges play vital roles, yet they differ significantly in their design, application, and functionality.

Automotive and Transport Markets - LCM Systems
Applications of Load cells in the Automotive industry
4th Jul 2024

In the automotive industry, precision measurement and control of various parameters are essential for ensuring vehicle performance, safety, and efficiency

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The Role of Load Cells in Aerospace Testing
4th Jul 2024

Aerospace testing demands precision, reliability, and safety to ensure the optimal performance of aircraft, spacecraft, and aerospace components.

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Selecting Load Cells for Industrial Weighing Systems: Best Practices
4th Jul 2024

Industrial weighing systems play a crucial role in various manufacturing and logistics processes, requiring accurate and reliable measurement of weights for optimal efficiency and productivity.

Oil, Gas and Offshore Markets - LCM Systems
Load Cells in the Oil & Gas Industry - Ensuring efficiency and safety
4th Jul 2024

In the oil and gas industry, precise measurement and control is critical for ensuring operational efficiency, safety and compliance with regulatory standards. Load cells play a crucial role in various applications within the oil and gas sector, from drilling and production to transportation and refining processes.