This section provides an overview for torque testers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 19 torque tester manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked torque tester companies as of November, 2024: 1.Sturtevant Richmont, 2.Mesa Labs, 3.Ingersoll Rand.
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Torque testers are testing devices that measure torque (unit: Nm in SI units), which is the force in the twisting direction.
There are general-purpose torque testers that measure the torque generated by installing a workpiece on a table and specialized torque wrench testers that inspect and calibrate torque wrenches used as tools.
Some companies can inspect and calibrate torque wrenches on your behalf and issue the various necessary documents in about one week.
Some general-purpose torque testers are manual testers in which the workpiece is fixed to a base, and the torque generated is measured by rotating the workpiece by hand.
Torque testers are used primarily for the inspection and calibration of torque wrenches, for measuring the torque generated in laboratories, and when the torque of a product is an important quality parameter for manufacturers. We also have experience delivering torque testers to electric power companies, where strict control is required.
For example, purchasing a testing machine can be expensive when inspecting and calibrating torque wrenches. Still, if an agent performs the testing, the cost is several thousand yen to several tens of thousands of yen, with all necessary documentation, and can be done in a few days (3 to 10 days).
A general-purpose torque tester has a torque sensor installed on a pedestal, and wiring and a touch panel are arranged so the sensor can output to a specified PC or other devices.
Torque testers can organize the output from the sensor (torque meter) section over time. For example, a graph that displays torque on the vertical axis and time on the horizontal axis can be created.
It is also possible to organize the hysteresis of the hydraulic torque. For example, a graph can be created displaying pressure on the vertical axis and torque at the output on the horizontal axis. The difference between multiple hydraulic operations and the theoretical value can be displayed to determine whether hydraulic pressure needs to be inspected or calibrated.
Torque testers dedicated to torque wrenches are more specialized, and some are automated from measurement to calibration by simply placing the torque wrench in the designated mounting area.
Torque testers dedicated to torque wrenches need to confirm the vendor's torque tester specifications when the agent performs calibration. There are limitations depending on the equipment and operating systems, such as the corresponding torque measurement range and accuracy and the number of torque points to be measured.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Kinex Cappers(R), LLC is an American manufacturer based in Amherst, New Hampshire, that specializes in bottle capping machines. Since its establishment in 1937, when the original Kinex Capper was invented, the company has expanded its product line to include a range of automatic capping machines with a capacity of 40 to 105 caps per minute. Additionally, the company offers benchtop and handheld capping machines, liquid and automatic filling machines, and bottle capping chucks. Kinex provides custom machines to comply with internal quality controls, industry regulations, or government regulations.
Imada, Inc., founded in 1996, is a manufacturer of measuring instruments based in Northbrook, Illinois. The company offers a wide range of force measuring instruments, including force testers and displacement testers, as well as torque testers, durometers, stroboscopes, and tachometers. These instruments find applications in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, electronics, and construction equipment. Imada also provides repair and calibration services, as well as data acquisition software. Imada holds ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 certifications. The company is also a member of the International Society of Weighing and Measurement.
Mesa Labs, Inc., founded in 1982, is an American manufacturer headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, providing quality control and compliance solutions. The company offers products and services to help monitor and maintain high standards in any environment. It offers data loggers, as well as validation and calibration services for continuous monitoring. The company also provides biological air sampler (BGI) personal sampling cyclones and related software for ambient air sampling. Calibrators and related software are offered for gas and air flow measurement, whereas biological and chemical indicators, as well as sterilization cycle development and validation services are provided for sterilization and cleaning monitoring.
ASG is a division of Jergens, Inc., was founded in 1976, and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. ASG both manufactures and distributes solutions for assembly including precision torque and angle DC electric fastener systems. ASG is ISO 9001:2015 certified. ASG groups include ASG Express, ASG Precision Fastening, ASG Automation, and ASG Integrated Services. Together they specialize in electric and manual screwdrivers, production aides, tool accessories, air motors, pneumatic torque control tools, pulse tools, torque wrenches, current control tool systems, automation systems, auto feed systems, air grippers, torque arms, screwdrivers & nutrunners for automation, and peripheral automation equipment.
Aikoh Engineering Co., Ltd., established in 1976 and based in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of force testers, interfaces, and system equipment. The company's product portfolio includes the digital force gauge RZE series, force measuring amplifiers, and torque testing machines. These products find applications in various industries, including manufacturing, electronics, and construction. The company is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, with local distributors in various countries including South Korea, India, and the Philippines.
Presto Group was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Faridabad, Haryana, India. The ISO 9001:2015 certified company is a diversified manufacturer of paper, plastic, wiring, metallic, and other materials used in aerospace, automotive, computer component, plastics, and other industries. The company’s clients include Amazon, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Walmart. The company’s paper testing products include computerized box compression testers, stiffness testers, and others. The company also produces equipment for plastic manufacturing and molding, and painting, plating, and coating.
Labthink, established in 1989 with its international headquarters located in Boston, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of testing instruments and solutions for quality control. Their products include gas permeability testers, tensile strength testers, thickness gauges, burst strength testers, and heat seal testers. These instruments are used to ensure the quality and performance of various materials and products in industries such as food packaging, textiles, and pharmaceuticals. Labthink holds ISO 9001:2000 certification and CNAS laboratory accreditation certificate.
PACORR, founded in the year 2019, and based in Las Vegas, USA, is a manufacturer and supplier of testing instruments. Their product portfolio includes testing instruments for paper and packaging, plastic and polymer, PET bottle, poly films and laminates, paint, automotive, and textile. The company is ISO certified with advanced precise testing instruments. They offer high accuracy, top quality, and an extensive range of instruments with efficient technical support. The products are used in multiple industries which include aerospace, aluminum, automotive, adhesive and bathware applications.
Jinan Horizon Technology Co. Ltd., a Chinese manufacturer headquartered in Jinan, Shandong, providing filtration and testing equipment. The company's machinery line includes compression testing machines, coordinate measuring machines, fatigue testing machines, as well as universal and specialized testing machines. The company also manufactures industrial computed tomography systems, oil filtration systems, and packaging testing instruments. These machines serve various industries and mechanical manufacturing facilities, including aerospace, automotive, bridge construction, packaging, and non-destructive testing.
Star Embedded Systems Private Limited (Star Embsys), established in 2010, is an Indian manufacturer based in Mayapuri Industrial Area, New Delhi, specializing in testing and calibration instruments and machines. The company’s product lineup includes digital indicators, calibration machines, computerized testing machines, servo testing machines, and pressure transducers. The company also manufactures industrial and master load cells, torque sensors and calibrators, as well as data acquisition and interface units. These products cater to various industries, offering solutions for testing and calibration needs.
Cometech Testing Machines Co., Ltd.. founded in Taiwan, in 1994 is a manufacturer of material testing machines and abrasion testing machines. The company's product portfolio includes medical testing machines, tensile testing machines, grips, load cells and hardness testers. Their products are used in plastic and rubber, tape, electronics, packaging, paper, metal, and building materials to test tensile strength, compression, surface abrasion, drop impact, shear strength and many other parameters. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation.
JTM, established in Taiwan is a manufacturer engaged in Professional Test Equipment that are used in industries such as food, pharmaceutical, chemical, construction and electronics. The company's product range includes material testing machines for pharmaceutical, construction, electronics, plastics furniture, and sports equipment. The company has a distribution channel in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, America, and Europe. The company provides worldwide technical service and customer support for the customers and provides online support.
Testronix, headquartered in Fremont, California, is a laboratory testing instruments manufacturer and supplier. The company provides comprehensive testing equipment solutions across diverse industries such as building materials, chemicals, food, and more. Its products include testing instruments for paper packaging, paint and plating, PET and preform, as well as for plastic testing, and flexible films testing. The company serves renowned brands including Amazon, Flipkart, Cadbury, Cream Bell, Emami, and numerous other brands.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. was founded in 1859 and is headquartered in Davidson, North Carolina. The company serves medical, energy, specialty vehicle, and other industries across the world with fluid transfer and other liquid handling systems. The company has two primary segments: Precision and Science Technologies and Industrial Technologies and Services. Precision and Science Technologies manufactures syringe pumps, hydrogen compression systems, and other components under brand names such as Air Dimensions, Milton Roy, and Zinnser Analytic. The Industrial Technologies and Services segment manufactures and services air and gas compression products under Ingersoll Rand, Nash, Emco Wheaton, and other brand names.
Sturtevant Richmont is a manufacturer established in 1940 with its headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in torque tools and precision measurement equipments. Their product range includes torque wrenches, screwdrivers, torque testers, and calibration equipments. These tools are widely used in automotive, aerospace, energy, manufacturing, and maintenance sectors for assembly operations, and quality control. Sturtevant Richmont holds certifications such as ISO 9001 and ISO 17025, ensuring in delivering tools that meet the demanding standards of modern industries.
Hermann Zerver GmbH & Co. KG is a manufacturer of specialized and handheld tools that was established in Remscheid, Germany in 1868. The company produces hex keys and cutting tools for standard industrial processes, as well as specialized tools by industry, such as Verband der Elektrotechnik (VDE) certified tools for the aerospace industry. It also offers brake line wrenches and socket sets for the automotive sector and safety tools for general use. The company’s products are used in the industrial manufacturing sector.
PCE Instruments UK Ltd., started in 199 and headquartered in Manchester, UK, is a manufacturer and supplier of test instruments, equipment, and tools for weighing, measuring, and control systems. The company offers more than 500 test equipment, including analyzers, inspection cameras, meters, detectors, and sensors, with applications in various fields like data acquisition, electrical engineering, environmental science, building inspection, and food processing. Its manufacturing and development division is ISO 9001 certified, all its test instruments, equipment, and tools are factory calibrated, and the company also provides services for custom test instrument design, installation, and maintenance.
Crane Electronics, Ltd., a company established in 1971 and based in Leicestershire, UK, manufactures digital torque wrenches, transducers, and testers for automotive, aerospace, construction, and other industries. One of its popular products is the IQWrench2 digital torque wrench, a torque with an integrated data collection system. This product is critical for industries that must ensure their components are tightened at the correct level and can be audited. The company's torque can perform several different measurement modes and algorithms. The company also provides service and calibration of its torque equipment outside the UK and USA to meet customers' demands.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Sturtevant Richmont |
11.5%
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2 | Mesa Labs |
8.8%
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3 | Ingersoll Rand |
8.0%
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4 | IMADA, Inc. |
7.1%
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5 | ASG, Division of Jergens, Inc. |
7.1%
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6 | Aikoh Engineering Co., Ltd. |
7.1%
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7 | Cometech Testing Machines Co., Ltd. |
5.3%
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8 | J.T.M Technology Co., Ltd. |
5.3%
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9 | Labthink |
4.4%
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10 | Kinex Cappers(R), LLC |
4.4%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the torque tester page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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India | 5 | 29.4% |
United States of America | 4 | 23.5% |
China | 2 | 11.8% |
Taiwan | 2 | 11.8% |
United Kingdom | 2 | 11.8% |
Japan | 1 | 5.9% |
Germany | 1 | 5.9% |
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