Measuring pressure, force and acceleration - KISTLER - #2

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Kistler in Brief Kistler Instrumente AG enjoys a worldwide reputation as a leading supplier of measurement technology. Kistler sensors use the piezoelectric effect, piezoresistive or capacitive, to measure pressure, force and acceleration. Successful research Over the years, Kistler's heavy investment in research and development has generated a number of revolutionary innovations: · the world's first commercial quartz sensor · the patented two-wire constant current technology constituting the basis for today's sensors with integrated microelectronic circuitry · the first high-temperature pressure sensors (up to 350°C, polystable quartz slice) · the first three-component force measuring sensors. These innovations resulted in solutions to numerous measuring problems for the first time. measure. Our aim The top priority at Kistler is to satisfy the needs and requirements of our customers. This includes developing leading-edge products and helping our customers to obtain optimum results from their application. analyze. Our philosophy innovate. Our success is based on innovative technologies, precise knowledge of the market and a comprehensive range of services. measure. analyze. innovate. measure. Our core strength is the use of sensors to measure physical magnitudes. analyze. The magnitudes measured have no intrinsic significance. It is only through analysis and evaluation of the measurements that a process can be understood. To this end, we supply our customers with all the necessary hardware and software. innovate. The information obtained in this way constitutes the basis for innovative products and serves to open up new horizons. Comprehensive services Kistler also supplies a comprehensive range of services, including technical advice for all applications, calibration and repair services, as well as regular training. Kistler today Established in Wintherthur (Switzerland) in 1959, Kistler currently employs 650 staff worldwide, around 15% of whom are engaged in research and development. In addition to its headquarters in Switzerland, Kistler is represented in over 50 countries and has group companies in Austria, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Japan, the USA, the Peoples' Republic of China, India, Korea, Singapore and Taiwan. 2 www.kistler.com