Tension load cells and instrumented shackles: purpose
Tension load cells and instrumented shackles are sensors designed for the direct measurement of tensile forces in cables, tie rods, and retaining systems, enabling continuous monitoring of the stresses acting on structural elements.
Installation
Made of high-strength stainless steel, the sensor is installed directly along the load path, allowing highly accurate measurement of tension in structural elements without altering their mechanical behaviour.
Applications
The device is widely used for monitoring tension in the steel cables of rockfall protection barriers, wire mesh systems, and ground-stabilisation works, enabling real-time verification of structural effectiveness and load evolution over time.
Benefits
Thanks to strain-gauge technology and high-quality manufacturing, the load cell ensures high accuracy, long-term stability, and reliable performance, even in harsh environmental conditions.