About Crane Electronics

Crane Electronics Ltd. is established by David Crane in Stoke Golding, Leicestershire, UK.

Crane’s UTA (Universal Torque Analysis) system features transducers that ‘talk’ to the readout, eliminating set-up errors. “Plug & Play” long before it became a household expression!

The IS/UTA Torque Wrench is developed offering a simple transducerised torque wrench.

Crane Electronics Inc. is established for sales and service support to customers in the Americas, including a calibration laboratory.

Launch of the world’s 1st in-line rotary torque transducers capable of repeatable measurement of impulse tools, the CheckStar.

Launch of the world’s 1st practical torque processors incorporating SPC and organised data collection.

Crane launch the Screwmaster, plug and play transducerised torque screwdrivers.

Crane Electronics Ltd. moves to larger premises at Jacknell Road, Hinckley, UK.

Achievement of the international quality systems standard ISO 9000.

The introduction of the very first TorqueStar data collectors, offering torque and angle measurement and storage.

The DTW digital torque wrench series are introduced; one of the first torque wrenches that offered peak and track modes as well as storage for 100 readings.

UKAS accredited calibration laboratory opens in the UK.

The launch of the very first CapStar and ReadStar torque testers.

The WrenchMaster digital torque wrench is launched. Our first wrench to offer ‘point of load’ insensitivity, meaning torque could be applied from anywhere on the body of the wrench.

Crane introduces a joint rate simulator system, the JRS, for use with impulse tools and more.

Authorised Service Centre concept introduced – bringing repair and accredited recalibrations closer to our customers.

Crane becomes accredited to the international environmental standard ISO 14000.

Crane Electronics Ltd. moves to larger premises at Watling Drive, Sketchley Meadows, Hinckley, UK; combining production, development, service, calibration laboratory and all administrative departments under one roof.

The ground-breaking TorqueStar Opta torque data collector and Opta Comms torque software is launched.

The ReadStar II data collector is launched, allowing various transducers to connect and provide low cost readouts.

The next generation of Crane torque wrenches, the ProWrench Opta digital torque wrench is released.

The innovative JRS Opta joint rate simulator bench is introduced.

The TMAC Opta (Tool Monitoring and Control) is released, enabling the connection of torque measurement stations within a factory to the company’s network.

The first IQWrench is launched, combining an advanced digital torque wrench and data collector in one. 

The launch of OMS (Opta Management System) Software – a complete audit and fastening tool management solution.

In October 2009, Crane acquires Industrial Measurements Limited (IML). specialists in the design and manufacture of bespoke and heavy-duty torque transducers and systems.

In December 2009, Crane acquires Task Engineering (Peckleton) Ltd, specialists in precision engineering of high-quality and cost-effective components.

The tJRS Opta (threaded joint rate simulator) is introduced, allowing tools to be tested on a ‘true’ automated threaded joint where joint rate can be varied.

First five-way electronic switchbox created to allow software control for up to five UTA ‘Plug and Play’ Crane transducers.

The launch of the IQWrench2 Opta digital torque wrench, the new and improved digital torque wrench from the IQWrench series.

The launch of the revolutionary tablet-based IQVu torque data collector and the CheckStar Multi in-line rotary torque transducer.

The launch of the RFm wireless communication device for transducers, the all new WrenchStar Multi digital torque wrench and the TCI lineside controller.

The launch of TCI Multi lineside controller, allowing up to 5 WrenchStar Multi digital torque wrenches to connect at once.

Industrial Measurements moves to larger premises alongside Crane Electronics at Watling Drive, Hinckley, UK.

The launch of the new TorqueStar data collector series includes the Lite, Plus and Pro models.

The introduction of the MAS (Mobile Auditing Station) portable, self-powered testing bench for the torque auditing of fasteners and critical joints in the assembly process.

The launch of OMS Lite, our new and intuitive torque management software package ideal for production process and quality verification as well as assembly tool auditing.

The relaunch of the new ReadStar TT and CapStar torque tester series with improved features for concise torque measurement.

Crane Electronics celebrates its 50th Anniversary year, looking back on some of the remarkable achievements and product innovations introduced since 1971.

The launch of the WrenchStar Multi-e, an electrically-safe and insulated digital torque wrench, designed and built for electrically live applications in EV and battery assembly applications.

Crane Electronics GmbH is launched. A new service and sales support centre with calibration laboratory, located in Plüderhausen, Germany.

Crane launches the IQWrench3 digital torque wrench, the 3rd generation of the successful IQWrench series first launched in 2007.

Curatas Wrench Control, the first visual guidance software for Crane digital torque wrenches and TCI lineside controllers is launched.

The new, more advanced lineside tool controller, the TCI-2, is launched by Crane to manage WrenchStar Multi torque wrenches in assembly applications, facilitating IOT and Industry 4.0 compliance.

The impact tool compatible torque transducer allows manufacturers to test and audit even more tools including all continuous-drive, impulse, impact power tools and hand torque tools.

Crane Electronics Ltd is recognised as we achieve zero waste to landfill status, reflecting the company’s commitment and proactive approach to environmental sustainability

Crane launches the IQVu-2, offering the precise torque measurement and recording capabilities expected from Crane data collectors, with a state-of-the-art, versatile and rugged tablet.

Crane unveils the WrenchStar Multi Plus, the latest advancement in digital torque wrench technology with enhanced durability and rugged resilience.