4 New Year’s Resolutions for Growth & Improvement
Here at Jewell Instruments, we have been creating high-quality, precision sensors for over 60 years. But that doesn’t mean we sit back and rest on our laurels. As we enter…
3 Questions That Determine the Correct Sensor Seal Rating
Whether precision measurements need to be taken in extreme temperatures, areas with vibration, noise, or even underwater, there is a sensor that is built for it. Many applications expose sensors to dust or moisture, but…
How to Find the Best Sensor Size for Your Project
To design and build a large machine such as a rail car, mobile radar, or construction vehicle, every component needs to fit into place perfectly like a puzzle. When searching…
How to Avoid Vibration in Structural Tilt Readings
Tilt sensing validates that infrastructure serves the public with safety and efficiency, but since these readings are so subtle and important, engineers cannot afford to have outside forces throw them…
How to Determine the Best Solution for Measuring Ground Displacement
You’ve been assigned to track the stability of a new underground tunnel system that is going to revolutionize the infrastructure of a large city with a quickly growing population. For…
Precision Low Cost Sensors for a Tight Budget
When developing a new railcar, bridge, or construction machine, every movement is a crucial contribution to the success or failure of the project. Implementing precision inertial sensors into the design…
Why Solar Trackers Depend on Inclinometers
The demand for renewable energy has grown as we seek to preserve our planet while harnessing its resources. The solar farm automation market is expected to grow at a compound…
How to Get Tilt Reading from Beneath the Water
You’ve been hired to maintain an iconic bridge that thousands of people need to cross every day. You’ll need to be able to track its stability using precise instruments that…
Why Electrolytic Tiltmeters Must Remain Static
Electrolytic tiltmeters are excellent solutions to constantly monitor the structural health of large, important infrastructure or landmasses. They are highly sensitive, low maintenance, and have long lifespans. However, they are…
3 Reasons to Consider Using an Electrolytic Tiltmeter
The world is evolving and so are the many different ways you can take precision tilt measurements. However, there are few sensor technologies that can cover all applications and you…
