摘要 |
<p>The machine for performing work operations on workpieces (12), particularly for crimping terminals on wires, includes a first frame section (4) defining a workpiece station to receive the workpieces (12), a second frame section (6) carrying a power member (14) driven along a power axis (PA) towards and away from the workpiece station, and a middle frame section (8) formed with a weakened portion (8a) at a location laterally of the power axis (PA) and carrying a strain gage (22) to amplify and measure the strain of the weakened portion (8a) upon the engagement of the power member (14) with the workpiece (12). <IMAGE></p> |