Why Braaten Technology uses Zemic strain gauges for their Subsea Load Monitor
Braaten Technology is a Norwegian company. They provide the subsea industry with remote-controlled tools to guarantee good, efficient and safe work. Characteristic of Braaten Technology is that they not only create instruments, but are committed to a more sustainable future for this industry and for the environment, by reducing the need for offshore vessels.
They saw the need for weight management in this industry. That is why they have developed a new, revolutionary instrument; the Subsea Load Monitor (SLM), which enables precise dynamic weight control at an astonishing depth, up to 6000 meters!
Subsea activities are part of a complex industry in which precision, reliability and efficiency are essential. To maintain the measurement quality of the Subsea Load Monitor, compact strain gauges with high accuracy and durability are required.
Due to their specific requirements and Zemic's expertise, Braaten Technology has chosen Zemic as the supplier of the strain gauges used. Together with the engineering department, we have designed a custom strain gauge for the Subsea Load Monitor. Zemic is excited to contribute to this patented innovation for the subsea industry and its potential.
Braaten Technology & Zemic Europe
- Expertise in remote control solutions for the subsea industry
- Subsea Load Monitor for accurate and safe subsea lifting and monitoring tasks
- Experienced engineers who design tailor-made weighing solutions
- High-performance strain gauges for accurate weighing at varying subsea depths
- Contributes to a sustainable future for the offshore industry
How Zemic Europe advised Braaten Technology
Braaten wanted to develop a remotely controlled instrument for underwater measurements that can be widely used; at any distance, for precise weighing at great depths and suitable for heavy weights. In their search for suitable strain gauges they came across Zemic. Zemic is a leading manufacturer and designer of strain gauges and force sensors. We offer a full range of strain gauges and also custom design products that are water resistant and have high reliability. Braaten has explained the exact needs regarding the weighing function of the Subsea Load Monitor. Zemic then designed a custom strain gauge that met these customer specifications.
Which Zemic strain gauge is used?
Strain gauges are usually installed on a surface to measure the applied force. Given the specific requirements, Zemic has developed a custom strain gauge that integrates seamlessly with the other necessary sensors. Zemic has a specially equipped sensor department for designing, sampling and producing custom strain gauges and force sensors. Every day, 325 engineers work on these special tailor-made force sensor and strain gauge solutions. We see it as a challenge to develop the best weighing solution for every project.
More about the Subsea Load Monitor
Would you like to know more about the Subsea Load Monitor and Braaten Technology? Then please visit this case study.
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