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Smart Sensing Elastomers
Engineering Intelligent Components
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March 2025
Key Facts at One Glance:
- Advanced Elastomer Technologies: Our technology embeds force, temperature, and vibration sensors into elastomer components, transforming them into intelligent, real-time monitoring systems.
- Enhanced Performance & Predictive Maintenance: By providing continuous data feedback, these smart elastomers improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and enable predictive maintenance across various industries.
- Space-Efficient & Durable Solutions: LSE technology offers a compact, robust, and cost-effective sensor integration method, capable of operating in extreme conditions where conventional sensors fail.
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As industries increasingly rely on real-time data, automation, and predictive maintenance, the demand for advanced sensing materials has grown exponentially. Traditional elastomer components, once passive mechanical elements, are now being transformed into intelligent, data-driven solutions through integrated sensor technology. This evolution is driven by trends such as Industry 4.0, IoT-enabled manufacturing, and the push for more efficient, self-monitoring systems across sectors including automotive, railway, medical, and industrial machinery.
The Evolution of Sensing Materials and Industry Trends
The ability to embed sensors directly within elastomers presents a significant engineering breakthrough. By seamlessly integrating force, temperature, and vibration monitoring capabilities into elastomeric materials, companies can enhance operational efficiency, improve safety, and enable predictive maintenance strategies that reduce downtime and extend component lifespan. As sensor technology continues to advance, the future of elastomers lies in their ability to not only absorb mechanical stress but also provide real-time insights that drive smarter decision-making.
Unlocking the Potential of Elastomers with Integrated Sensors
In industries where real-time data and predictive maintenance are critical, seamlessly integrating sensors into elastomer components represents a significant advancement. The Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power innovative sensing material technology embeds advanced sensors directly into elastomers, transforming traditional components into intelligent systems capable of real-time monitoring and enhanced functionality. This integration improves operational efficiency, system control, and reliability across diverse applications.
Expertise & Development: From Research to Market Innovation
The integration of elastomeric and sensor technology has been a long-term research focus, developed in collaboration with leading universities and research institutes. Our proprietary processing techniques enable precise, long-lasting sensor functionality in extreme environments where conventional solutions fail. This innovation ensures accurate measurements even under challenging conditions.
Addressing Industry Challenges with Smart Solutions
Reliable data collection is essential for optimizing performance, safety, and equipment longevity. However, incorporating sensors into existing systems presents several engineering challenges:
- Space and Weight Constraints: Many applications have strict dimensional limits, making traditional sensor integration impractical.
- Optimal Measurement Placement: Capturing meaningful data depends on measuring at the right position, ensuring that the most relevant information is collected.
- Integration Complexity: Retrofitting traditional systems with sensors typically demands extensive modifications, increasing costs and design complexity.
- Environmental Durability: Sensors must function reliably under extreme temperatures, exposure to dirt and moisture, and continuous mechanical stress.
- Cost-Effective Performance: Solutions must balance affordability with high reliability and durability.
- Real-Time Monitoring & Predictive Maintenance: Immediate feedback and predictive analytics reduce downtime and improve performance optimization.
The Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power sensor-integrated elastomer technology overcomes these challenges by delivering tailored, robust, and cost-efficient solutions that redefine sensor implementation in industrial applications.
Engineering Customer-Specific Solutions
Customers require elastomer components that not only provide traditional damping and sealing functions but also supply real-time operational data. Our sensor-integrated elastomers enable:
- Real-time load measurement
- Lifetime analysis
- Predictive maintenance
- Control system integration
By offering reliable data acquisition, seamless system integration, and adaptation to industry-specific conditions - including applications in agriculture, railway, and medical sectors - our solutions deliver performance enhancements without the need for complex modifications.
LSE Technology: Revolutionizing Sensor Integration
Our Load Sensing Elastomer (LSE) technology introduces a highly space-efficient force and vibration sensor system, fully embedded within elastomer components such as buffers and rubber mats. Unlike conventional electronic sensors, LSE technology enables accurate data collection from locations that were previously inaccessible.
Additionally, we integrate sensors for temperature measurement, offering a comprehensive monitoring solution tailored to unique force and dimensional requirements. This approach eliminates the need for extensive system redesigns, ensuring smooth implementation across industries.
Materials & Applications: Engineered for Harsh Environments
We employ high-performance elastomeric materials - including buffers, mats, and seals - designed to meet rigorous industry standards. Our sensing materials provide real-time data on force, temperature, and vibration, delivering critical insights for applications such as:
• Antivibration systems
• Load and force measurement
• Temperature and vibration monitoring in harsh environments
• Overload detection and operational stability assessment
Depending on application requirements, we select elastomers from our extensive Angst+Pfister portfolio, ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations, including food safety and medical-grade certifications.
Engineering Advantages: The Value of Smart Elastomers
Our LSE technology provides engineers with key advantages:
- Ultra-Thin Sensor Design: Ideal for applications with space and weight limitations.
- Adaptable Sensor Geometry: Customizable for diverse force ranges and elastomeric component designs.
- Seamless System Integration: Combines damping and sensing without requiring major system modifications.
- High Environmental Durability: Resistant to extreme mechanical and environmental conditions.
- Cost Efficiency: Reduced component count and streamlined manufacturing.
Conclusion
Our sensing material technology redefines how elastomers interact with real-world applications. By bridging traditional elastomers with advanced sensor integration, we empower engineers to develop smarter, more data-driven solutions. This innovation enhances system efficiency, ensures predictive maintenance, and supports the evolution of intelligent industrial applications.
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