Allora International is the manufacturer and supplier of Broken Tool Detection Systems, tool monitoring devices recognized in the metal cutting machine industry under the name Positive Contact Sensors (PCS).

PCS are designed and built to operate in the tough environment of chips, grime, coolant streams, heat, and congested tooling areas commonly associated with metal cutting machine tools.

Keeping up with the demand for continuous improvement, Allora is now able to introduce to the market the latest innovation in broken tool detection by contact monitoring Brushless Sensor Technology!

This new and unique technology makes the latest series of PCS sensor, the PCS-ER+ and PCS-350, the most powerful and innovative system of its kind available in the market today – all the while maintaining installation and operating simplicity common to the entire PCS family of broken tool sensors.

Our Sensors Feature:

  1. An exclusive Maxi-Life Sensing Needle that extends needle life.
  2. A durable light touch Flat Stainless-Steel Wand
  3. A unique V-cup Seal Design of the highest quality material that provides IP 67 protection.
  4. “Uni-body” Design that eliminates the typical two-piece screw-on connector assembly improving sealing performance.
  5. A Molded sensor cable Connector and Shielded Cable.
  6. Brushless Technology with our PCS-350 and PCS-ER+.

These enhancements provide the highest level of protection against coolants, chips, and contaminants earning it the highest submersible protection rating available.

Allora International's broken tool sensors for metal cutting machines are made in the United States

Made in the USA

Our PCS-100, PCS-350 and PCS-ER+ sensors are simple, affordable and reliable broken tool detection systems, designed for use on automatic machine tools. We pride ourselves in removing all the complexity related to the sophistication of the system, by providing our customers with a Controller that offers a straightforward approach with a simple interface to all type of machinery. An ideal solution for Lights-Out operation!

For a quote on a broken tool detection system, please contact us today.