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Strain, Fatigue & Failure Analysis Solutions for Bridge and Building Testing

Stress Analysis Systems | Strain Testing | Structural Health Monitoring

 

 

Precision Data Acquisition for Structural Integrity and Safety

Pacific Instruments provides high-performance data acquisition and signal conditioning systems designed for structural testing in civil engineering and heavy construction. Whether you're evaluating bridge components under load or monitoring building structures for seismic resilience, our Series 6000 systems deliver the accuracy, flexibility, and reliability needed to capture critical strain, fatigue, and failure data.

 

IO Front GraphicWe help engineering teams overcome key challenges such as:

 

  • Inconsistent signal quality across multiple channels
  • Limited scalability for complex structural setups
  • Integration with legacy control systems
  • Data loss during high-speed dynamic testing
  • Difficulty in capturing multi-parameter measurements (strain, displacement, load, pressure)

 

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Core Features That Power Your Structural Testing Success

  • Turnkey Hardware & Software System: Fully integrated solution including signal conditioning, data acquisition, control, and PI660 software.
  • Multi-Parameter Measurement Capability: Supports strain, displacement, load, pressure, and voltage inputs at variable sampling speeds.
  • High Channel Count Architecture: Scalable systems supporting up to hundreds of channels for comprehensive structural monitoring.
  • Advanced Signal Conditioning: Precision filtering and amplification for LVDTs, strain gauges, potentiometers, and transducers.
  • Real-Time Control & Feedback: DSP-based control for load systems and synchronized data acquisition for dynamic testing.
  • Robust Interfaces: IEEE-488 and SCRAMNet compatibility for seamless integration with control systems.
  • On-Site Technical Support & Training: Expert assistance during installation, startup, and operator training to ensure smooth deployment.

Industry-Specific Applications

Bridge Component Testing

Pacific Instruments’ Series 6000 system has been deployed in load control environments to test bridge bearings and other structural components under varying stress conditions. The system enables precise measurement of displacement, pressure, and load, supporting the development of safer, more resilient infrastructure.

 

Seismic Simulation & Building Monitoring

Our systems are used in earthquake simulation labs and structural testing facilities to monitor strain and displacement in building components. With high channel counts and real-time data acquisition, engineers can simulate seismic events and analyze structural responses with confidence.

 


 

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Let’s talk about how our Series 6000 systems can support your next bridge or building testing project.

 

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