Innovative lifting solutions from Interface
Interface sensors are installed Lifting applications used to accurately measure the weight or force exerted on lifting devices of all sizes. Our lifting solutions include load cells, Load measuring pins, tension links and shackles, wireless technologies and measurement devices. Our sensors are often used in lifting equipment, Cranes and lifting devices integrated to enable precise load measurements.
Interface's lifting solutions are used in a variety of industries and environments, such as: B. on construction sites, in warehouses, production facilities, in transportation, in healthcare facilities, in ship docks, in the testing and assembly of aircraft and in many other areas. The lifting applications can be different, such as: B. loading and unloading goods, positioning heavy equipment or machinery, transferring patients to healthcare facilities or lifting materials for construction purposes.
Our load cells, load pins and shackles help heavy lifting equipment operators monitor loads to stay within safe working limits and avoid overloads. Interface tension members and tension load cells are used to measure lifting or pulling heavy loads with chains, cables or ropes. The sensors measure the tension of the lifting element, provide feedback on the load being lifted and ensure that it remains within safe limits. For more information, see our overview of Lifting solutions.

Top interface lifting solutions
- LP charging pin made of stainless steel
- WTSLP Wireless Stainless Steel Load Measuring Pin
- ITL Tension Link load cell
- WTSTL Wireless load cell with tensile force transmission
- WTSATL Wireless lightweight aluminum pull rod
- ISHK-B Curved Crosby™ Wired Load Shackle
- ISHK-D 'D' Type Crosby™ Cable Load Shackle
- WTSSHK-B Wireless Crosby™ shackle
- WTSSHK-D Wireless Crosby™ Load Shackle
- Wireless telemetry system components: load cells, transmitters, base stations and displays
- Load cells
- Digital measuring devices and DAQ systems
- Handheld displays, self-indicating and weight indicators
Hoist references include cranes, hoists, forklifts, aerial work platforms, elevators, jacks and various types of rigging and slings. These equipments are designed to provide mechanical advantage, leverage or force for lifting, hanging, moving or positioning loads safely and efficiently. The use of sensor technologies increases operator safety, increases productivity and optimizes the efficiency of load management. Further advantages include predictive maintenance as well as intelligent and innovative use to modernize projects and systems.
Working in test environments from concert halls to missile test ranges, rigging engineers use high-precision sensor technologies to ensure the safe and efficient movement of heavy equipment, machinery and materials using cranes, hoists, pulleys and other lifting devices. They are involved in the entire rigging process, from the initial evaluation and planning of rigging systems to overseeing the actual lifting operations.
Safety is of utmost importance in all lifting operations due to the potential risks associated with heavy loads, heights and moving parts. The use of load monitoring devices such as load cells, tension members, load pins or load shackles is crucial for the safe execution of lifting operations.
When Interface defines lifting applications, we are referring to raising, lowering or moving objects, materials or loads in a vertical or horizontal direction using lifting devices or mechanisms. To use our measurement solutions, these lifting applications involve the use of specialized equipment designed to safely and efficiently handle various types of loads.
In the construction industry, Interface load cells and load pins are integrated into smart cranes and construction equipment to provide real-time monitoring of loads being lifted or carried. Lifting beams and spreader bars require highly precise measurements on the construction site. These sensors accurately measure the weight or force applied to the equipment and provide data on the condition of the load to ensure safe operation within specified limits. This information can be used to avoid overloads, optimize load distribution, increase operational safety and prevent machine failures.
The infrastructure requires durability, quality and measurement accuracy. Interface load cells, tension members, load pins and load shackles are used in load testing applications to verify the strength and capacity of various lifting structures and equipment. They are used for a range of applications including crane inspection and safety monitoring, hoist monitoring, measurement of winches, elevator suspension systems, hoist cables, overload alarms and load testing. These tests measure the applied load and evaluate the structural integrity. Load cells or load shackles are often temporarily attached to lifting points or integrated into the test system to capture accurate load data.
The maritime industry uses interface measuring devices in crane systems, winches and lifting devices on board ships, offshore platforms or vessels. These robust and often submersible sensors ensure loads are properly managed and controlled, enabling safe and efficient lifting operations in demanding maritime environments. Check out this one application Note for boat lifts.
In warehouses and logistics, load cells or load measuring pins are used for the transport of containers Weighing pallets, conveyor systems and the monitoring of freight and cargo. The sensors can be easily integrated into forklifts to measure the weight of the lifted load, ensure safe lifting and prevent overloading.
Interface load cells and sensor technologies are also used in patient lifting and transferring applications. Load cells or load bars can be integrated into devices for lifting and transferring patients, e.g. B. in lifting platforms or patient slings, hospital beds and therapy devices. These sensors help monitor load and ensure safe and comfortable transfers for patients and caregivers.
Integrating interface solutions into lifting applications leads to increased safety, improved efficiency and optimization of load management. Real-time data from sensors enables precise control, early anomaly detection and preventive maintenance to ensure a smooth and safe lifting operation, whether it is a patient in a hospital or a cargo load moving from one dock to another ship is transported.
Interface offers both standard lifting products and custom and OEM lifting solutions at. Contact our application engineers to learn more about which type of lifting solution is best for your needs.