From Ametek Solartron Metrology

Pneumatic, Hydraulic or Electrical insert tools or screwdrivers used in automated assembly systems are often fitted with a torque sensor to indicate when a component is pushed or screwed into position.

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Products & Services
Gage Blocks
Gage blocks are manufactured to precise gagemaker tolerance grades for calibrating, checking, and setting fixed and comparative gages.
Air Gages
Air gages use pneumatic pressure and flow to measure or sort dimensional attributes.
Masters and Setting Gages
Masters and setting gages provide dimensional standards for calibrating other gages.
Digital Readouts
Digital readouts are specialized displays for position and dimension readings from inspection gages and linear scales, or rotary encoders on machine tools. 
Dimensional Gages and Instruments
Dimensional gages and instruments provide quantitative measurements of product or component dimensional and form attributes such as wall thickness, depth, height, length, inner diameter (ID), outer diameter (OD), taper or bore.

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Mountz, Inc. - EZ-Glider Position Control Torque Arms
Encoder and easy to program controls allow for exact positioning for critical tightening sequence applications with EZ-Glider Position Control Torque Arms. (read more)
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Mountz, Inc. - FlexC II Cordless Brushless Torque Screwdrivers
Portable and lightweight, the FlexC II cordless brushless torque screwdrivers feature the flexibility to easily adjust and program the speed setting. These rugged cordless assembly tools increase... (read more)
Mountz, Inc. - Cordless Torque Screwdrivers
Mountz Inc. cordless screwdrivers are ideal for applications where air or electric power is not easily accessible. The cordless torque screwdrivers automatically stop when the preset torque has been... (read more)
Delta Regis Tools, Inc. - Precise Torque To Guarantee Secure Fastening.
Ergonomic handle provides better turning power with less effort Preset torque in clockwise direction only - loosening torque is not limited 1/4" hex quick change bit holder accomodates insert and... (read more)
Mountz, Inc. - Clean Room Torque Screwdrivers
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