15/05/2022 – Advertorial
When tension really matters
Whether you’re making power lines, fibre-optic cable, steel rope or any other high-value cable or wire, constant monitoring and control of strand tension is vital. That’s where the Swiss-made “RTM X42” system comes in.
Typical force sensor with flat pulley. © FMS
System overview with all 3 modules and included components. © FMS
Typical force sensor with flat pulley. © FMS
Lay plate with force sensors, amplifiers and transmitter. © FMS
Single brake actuator for friction brake on cradle. © FMS
Typical quality protocol of a production run. Predefined tension on all 17 strands including core strand. © FMS