Straightpoint's Latest Dynamometer Measures Line Tension

Enlarge Image Straightpoint's TIMH Running Line Dynamometer

September 15, 2015 - Straightpoint recently launched a new product for measuring tension on lines, the Running Line Dynamometer (or TIMH).

Users of the TIMH dynamometer report that the product can be employed when there is no anchor or dead end on tthe line, for example, when there is a requirement to measure a force at a specific point of a longer line. 

“The focal point of the design process was to create a product that was modular in construction with consistency of components so we can assemble units and ship them very quickly [within three days]," said David Ayling, director of Straightpoint. "This ability continues to be one of the factors that sets us apart from competition so we must launch new products in tune with the same ethos.”

Straightpoint can also provide custom-engineered mounting solutions, upon request, which Ayling anticipates being able to take from order to delivery in four weeks. He said, “It is common to see such dynamometer technology in the field operating with a standard model articulating arm, but when there is a requirement for an attachment, we will tailor a solution accordingly.”

The TIMH is constructed from marine grade stainless steel and is suitable for many wire rope configurations up to 80 tonnes and will, as an option, calculate lineout in metres or feet along with line speed. It is available as a wireless or cabled system utilising the HHP range of handheld displays or SW-MWLC software.

Ayling added: “The conception of the product followed ongoing consultation with our marine customers, but as the dynamometer demonstrates its capabilities onsite, we anticipate that it will be utilized by a variety of other sectors and end user markets.”