TSC's StressProbe has a number of advantages over existing Load/strain measurement technology.

Compared to strain gauges, TSC StressProbe

• Requires very little surface preparation
• Very fast set up time
• Can be easily retrofitted
• Extremely portable
• Can be used to map a stress distribution
• Requires no on-site wiring
• Can be installed underwater or in difficult environments
• Requires no special environmental protection
• Provides computer based record
• Can be used to measure the load in an existing component without any destructive operation (e.g without hole drilling)

• Same probe suitable for spot measurements or continuos monitoring

Compared to load cells

• Easily retrofitted
• No disturbance during installation