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Top 10 Truck Scale Brand & Manufacturers

This section provides a list of the top 10 Truck Scale manufacturers, Website links, company profile, locations is provided for each company. Also provides a detailed product description of the Truck Scale, including product introduction, history, purpose, principle, characteristics, types, usage and purchase precautions, etc.

Manufacturers （Ranking in no particular order）

: Mettler-Toledo Instruments (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 589, Guiping Road, Shanghai

Company website: http://www.mt.com

Company Overview

Mettler-Toledo Group, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is a global manufacturer of precision instruments. Its products cover laboratory, industrial and commercial weighing, analysis and testing instruments and equipment. At the same time, the group ranks among the top in the analytical instruments and scales industry using weighing technology, the automated chemical reaction system market for drug and compound research and development, and the production line and packaging metal detector market. In 1997, Mettler-Toledo's shares were successfully listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and the group has since become a listed company. Now, Mettler-Toledo has 8,500 employees worldwide, engaged in sales and service in 37 countries and regions. At the same time, the group has also established production bases in Switzerland, Germany, the United States, China and other countries to provide products for sales networks all over the world. Globalization is the development strategy that Mettler-Toledo Group has always pursued. As early as 1987, Mettler-Toledo Group began to set foot in China, and implemented the establishment of a production and sales base mainly for various industrial and commercial scales and weighing systems in Changzhou City, Jiangsu Province. The development of business in China has strengthened the group's confidence in its development in China. In 1992, Mettler-Toledo invested again in Shanghai, China, and built a base in Shanghai Caohejing New Technology Development Zone to mainly produce and sell electronic balances, laboratory analytical instruments, automated chemical reaction systems, process detection systems, and packaging detection systems. Since then, Mettler-Toledo Group has been able to provide high-quality products for laboratory, industrial and commercial users in China with a more complete product line. Human society has entered the 21st century, and users no longer need simple products, but solutions that integrate products, applications and services. As a provider of analysis, detection and weighing solutions for laboratories, industries and commercial environments, Mettler-Toledo is interpreting its commitment to "satisfying every user" with its excellent products, appropriate applications and thoughtful services. For Mettler-Toledo, satisfying users in different industries, different applications and different needs is always the coordinates that it strives for and the driving force for continuous transcendence.

: Shandong Jinzhong Technology Group Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 147, Yingxiongshan Road, Shizhong District, Jinan City, Shandong Province

Company website: http://www.jinzhong.com.cn/

Company Overview

Shandong Jinzhong Technology Group Co., Ltd. is a state-owned holding joint-stock enterprise. Its headquarters is located in the beautiful city of springs, Jinan, covering an area of 25 mu and a construction area of 18,000 square meters. Jinzhong Industrial Park is located in Mingshui Economic and Technological Development Zone, Jinan, covering an area of 200 mu, a construction area of 50,000 square meters, and nearly 1,000 employees. Jinzhong Group adheres to the development strategy of "based on weighing technology, with the Internet of Things and informatization as two wings", and has successfully realized the transformation from a simple machinery manufacturing enterprise to a high-tech information enterprise. It has three major R&D centers for technology, engineering, and software, and fully masters the core technologies of machinery, electronics, hydraulics, automatic control, intelligence, and informatization, integrating design and development, processing and manufacturing, engineering implementation, and marketing services. Jinzhong Group is committed to the construction of a new generation of information technology industry, keeping pace with the times, and using advanced information technologies such as industrial Internet of Things, grain big data, cloud computing, and virtual simulation to provide a series of solutions for leading enterprises in various industries across the country, such as grain and oil, building materials, metallurgy, coal, electricity, and medicine, as well as Fortune 500 foreign companies such as Yihai Kerry and Zhengda.

: China Storage Hengke Internet of Things System Co., Ltd.

Address: 10F, Building 11, National 863 Software Park, No. 6 Cuizhu Street, High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Zhengzhou City, Henan Province

Company website: http://www.hengke.com.cn/

Company Overview

Founded in 1987, Zhongchu Hengke Internet of Things System Co., Ltd. is now a high-tech enterprise under China Logistics Group. Its parent company is the listed company Zhongchu Shares (600787). The company is a "science and technology reform" demonstration enterprise of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council, a vice-chairman unit of the China Weighing Instrument Association, a "specialized, refined and innovative" small and medium-sized enterprise in Henan Province, and a service-oriented manufacturing demonstration enterprise in Henan Province. Guided by the group's mission of "serving modern circulation and safeguarding the national economy and people's livelihood", the company focuses on the two major fields of smart transportation and smart logistics, conducts in-depth research on logistics elements such as vehicles, roads, goods, and fields, and builds high-performance Internet of Things systems with parks and roads and bridges as application scenarios. The company adheres to the design and manufacturing capabilities of military-grade and industrial-grade sensing components, logistics equipment and WIM systems, and has obvious advantages in the underlying construction of smart parks and the protection of roads and bridges. Relying on core technologies such as high-precision sensors, high-speed dynamic data processing, high-reliability instruments, edge computing, and wireless communications, the company has established an enterprise technology center and an engineering technology research center. The company has presided over and participated in the drafting of more than ten national standards in the fields of weighing instruments and logistics. The company has mainly built the national standard system for dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instruments in my country, and has taken the lead in drafting national standards such as the general technical specifications for dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instruments, general technical specifications for electronic crane scales, axle-load dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instruments, and bent plate dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instruments. It has participated in the drafting of national standards, verification procedures and industry standards such as fixed electronic weighing instruments, vehicle-type dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instruments, quartz crystal dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instruments, non-automatic weighing instruments, and basic requirements and evaluation specifications for digital warehouses. The company has a number of patented technologies, including more than 10 invention patents, and the company has more than 40 software copyrights. The company originated from logistics. The company's high-precision sensor technology and dynamic data processing technology can complete measurement during the lifting and transportation of goods, greatly improving the circulation efficiency of bulk materials. The company's ultra-large load weighing technology plays an important role in military industry, heavy equipment manufacturing and other fields. As an early enterprise entering the field of highway weighing, it has more than 10,000 sets of WIM system implementation experience and is the mainstream supplier of WIM systems in my country. The company has established a dynamic highway vehicle automatic weighing instrument product line covering portable, axle-loaded, bent plate, main and auxiliary, axle group, quartz, vehicle, narrow strip, flat plate, combined and other road vehicle dynamic weighing systems and related components. The above products and systems are widely used in situations such as dissuading overloaded vehicles at the entrance of expressways, non-site enforcement of overloaded vehicles on trunk roads, protection of bridges and important facilities, and weight-based charging. The company has established a complete quality management system. As early as 1996, it passed the ISO9001 quality management system certification, and has successively passed the environmental management system, occupational health and safety management system, information security management system, measurement management system, commodity after-sales service management system and other management system certifications. The company has established business and service agencies in more than 20 regions across the country. The company adheres to the business philosophy of "people-oriented and continuous innovation" and the service philosophy of "sincere service, active service, standardized service, and meticulous service", conscientiously implements the corporate spirit of "practical work, innovation, responsibility, and dedication", and continuously provides users with fast and high-quality services, and is committed to becoming a high-end transportation and logistics equipment R&D and manufacturing manufacturer in my country.

: Jiangxi Zhongjiali High-Tech Co., Ltd.

Address: 6th Floor, Lvyue Software Technology Industry Building, No. 579 Huoju Street, High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Nanchang, Jiangxi Province

Company website: http://www.zonjli.com/

Company Overview

Founded in 1999, Zhongjiali is headquartered in the High-tech Development Zone of Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province. It is a high-tech enterprise integrating R&D, production, sales and service for AI measurement data services. It has always been committed to the in-depth research and market application of AI measurement data intelligence, visualization and remoteness, using the power of technology to help users and achieve customers. The company was listed on the "New Third Board" in July 2016 with the stock code: 838082. Zhongjiali's independently developed AI measurement data acquisition terminal and its derivative modules, AI measurement digitalization module, AI measurement intelligent manufacturing production line module, and AI measurement core unit module focus on providing intelligent AI measurement data service solutions in the fields of smart transportation, smart cities, and smart manufacturing. As a leader in China's weighing instrument industry, Zhongjiali is the vice chairman unit of the China Weighing Instrument Association, the vice chairman unit of the China Highway Automatic Weighing Instrument Professional Committee, the member unit of the China Weighing Instrument Industry Technical Standards Committee, and the chairman unit of the Jiangxi Provincial Measurement and Testing Society. Since 2006, it has been recognized as a national high-tech enterprise, and has successively obtained many honorary qualifications such as provincial independent innovation enterprise, first-level honest enterprise, contract-abiding and credit-worthy enterprise, and advanced enterprise in Nanchang High-tech Zone. Zhongjiali's production base in Xinyu, Jiangxi is equipped with the country's excellent 5G digital intelligent production line, which can automatically generate production task instructions according to orders. Technical personnel can remotely monitor the production progress and abnormal information on site to achieve online management; the material transportation of the entire line uses AGV automatic transfer, automated welding and automated spraying, which can achieve flexible production. The ISO9001 quality system and the "5S" on-site management model are strictly implemented throughout the production process of the products, and the whole process quality control is implemented. The products cover the whole country and are exported to more than 60 countries around the world. Zhongjiali attaches great importance to the construction of marketing and service networks. At present, it has established subsidiaries and branches in Nanchang, Xinyu, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Tianjin, and has established partners and service centers in many provinces and cities across the country. With the advent of Industry 4.0 and 5G Internet of Things, Zhongjiali will continue to be guided by industry needs, constantly explore the cutting-edge direction of scientific and technological development, continuously increase investment in R&D and innovation, solve industry problems, create value for customers, and realize the national brand dream of "AI measurement data serving century-old high-tech enterprises."

: Yantai Dongfang Electronic Scale Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 1, Baoan Road, Development Zone, Yantai City, Shandong Province

Company website: http://www.zgdzhq.cn/

Company Overview

Yantai Dongfang Electronic Weighing Instrument Co., Ltd. (Yantai Weighing Instrument Factory) was founded in 1965. In 2002, it was restructured from the listed company Dongfang Electronic Weighing Instrument Branch to a joint-stock company. It is one of the well-known domestic weighing backbone enterprises and the chairman unit of the Provincial Weighing Instrument Association. It has participated in the drafting and compilation of weighing system regulations many times and is a member unit of the Weighing Expert Committee. The company has a high-tech talent team of 8 senior technical engineers and 26 intermediate technical engineers. Over the years, the company has always focused on the development, application and promotion of weighing equipment technology and customs inspection equipment technology at home and abroad. Achieve a century-old business strategy centered on customers. The company has established a complete quality, environment and health management assurance system. The research and development, design, production, sales and service of products are all operated in accordance with international standards. It has successively passed ISO9001 quality management system certification, ISO14001 environmental management system certification, and ISO45001 occupational health and safety management system certification. The company attaches great importance to absorbing new technologies and purchasing new equipment. The company's production equipment has always been at the forefront of the industry. In recent years, the company has invested nearly 20 million yuan in technological transformation, equipped with large CNC bending machines, CNC machining centers, CNC automatic cutting machines, pre-arch machines, multi-head automatic welding machines, shot blasting production lines, coating production lines, paint drying production lines, aging test equipment, fatigue testing machines, etc., so that the production of electronic floor scales has been professionalized and automated. At present, the company has reached an annual production capacity of more than 10,000 static/dynamic electronic truck scale systems. The company is a high-tech enterprise with a "provincial one enterprise one technology research and development center". While independently developing products, the company has carried out extensive foreign cooperation and has established industry-university-research cooperation with universities and colleges such as Tsinghua University, Shandong University, and Yantai University. It has established good business relations with many international companies. The company currently has more than 100 independent patents and 12 software product copyrights. In 2017, the company obtained dozens of national patents in the areas of electronic floor scale lifting and lowering device, electronic floor scale junction box explosion-proof device, electronic truck scale explosion-proof device, electronic truck scale main beam pre-arch device, electronic truck scale sensor overcurrent protection device, lightning protector, bridge sensor self-positioning device, outdoor electronic truck scale lightning protection device, solar scale, Oriental Electronic Scale Truck Scale Weighing Management Software Copyright Registration Certificate, and Unattended Weighing Management Software Copyright Registration Certificate.

: Shaanxi Siwei Scale Technology Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 195 Gaoxin Avenue, Baoji City, Shaanxi Province

Company website: http://www.sxswhq.com

Company Overview

Shaanxi Siwei Weighing Instrument Technology Co., Ltd. is a backbone enterprise in China's weighing instrument manufacturing industry, a vice-chairman unit of the China Weighing Instrument Association, a high-tech enterprise that develops and manufactures highway automatic weighing scales, a technical pioneer and forerunner of vehicle-type and axle-group highway automatic weighing scales, a provincial-level technical center, and a specialized "little giant" enterprise. Over the past 20 years, the company has insisted on scientific and technological innovation, taking highway automatic weighing scales as its main research direction and taking it as its mission to achieve technological breakthroughs in highway weighing. The company has a research and development team led by three doctoral supervisors, and has established a provincial-level intelligent transportation technology center in cooperation with scientific research institutes such as Xi'an Jiaotong University, Chang'an University, and Xi'an Highway Research Institute. So far, more than 60 scientific and technological achievements and invention patents have been obtained; a variety of electronic weighing instrument products such as dynamic axle load meters, portable axle load meters, high and low speed pre-inspection systems for over-limit detection, inspection vehicle weighing equipment, and high-precision (vehicle-type) highway automatic weighing scales have been developed. Among them, the (vehicle-type) highway automatic weighing scale product is a domestic first, with internationally advanced technology, and the product has won the "National Key New Product" and "National Innovation Fund". In the field of highway weighing technology, the company has undertaken a total of six national torch plans and national key new product projects; it has undertaken a number of major scientific and technological industrialization projects and key research projects in Shaanxi Province. "Siwei Weighing Instrument" has grown into an enterprise with strong innovation capabilities in the industry. The company has passed ISO9001 quality management system certification, ISO14001 environmental management system certification, and OHSAS18001 occupational health management system certification for 20 years. All products have passed the national traffic safety facility quality inspection certification and EMC international certification. The company has successively won the "National Innovation Fund", "National AAA-level Contract-abiding and Credit-abiding Enterprise"; "Shaanxi Province Contract-abiding and Credit-abiding Enterprise"; "Shaanxi Province Quality-abiding and Credit-abiding Advanced Unit", "Shaanxi Province Famous and Special Credit Brand", "Shaanxi Province Patent Award", "Shaanxi Province Intellectual Property Standardization Standardization Unit" and other honors.

: Dalian Jinma Weighing Instrument Co., Ltd.

Address: Hongta Industrial Zone, Jinzhou District, Dalian City, Liaoning Province

Company website: https://www.dljmhq.com/

Company Overview

Dalian Jinma Weighing Instrument Co., Ltd. was founded in 1998 with a registered capital of 60 million yuan. It is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the development, design, production and sales of automatic weighing instruments, non-automatic weighing instruments and intelligent weighing management systems. The company aims to accelerate the penetration of the company's products by the Internet, big data and artificial intelligence, and takes the revitalization of the national weighing instrument industry as its mission. It strives to create a national weighing instrument boutique brand, gathers a group of high-tech technicians, and introduces high-end testing, detection and development equipment to provide an excellent environment for corporate technological innovation and social services.

: Shanghai Kaishi Electronics Co., Ltd.

Address: Room 306, Building L2B, Hongqiao World Center, Xujing Town, Qingpu District, Shanghai

Company website: http://www.cas-china.com.cn/

Company Overview

Shanghai CAS Electronics Co., Ltd. is a wholly-owned company invested by CAS Co., Ltd. of Korea in China in 1994. It has Shanghai Factory, Shanghai Sales Department, Guangzhou Branch, Wuhan Branch, Beijing Branch and other branches and offices. CAS Co., Ltd. of Korea is the largest weighing company in Korea, providing weighing solutions for retail industry, industrial weighing solutions, automatic filling and packaging solutions, etc., and is committed to providing customers with solutions for the reasonable application of weighing technology in various industrial occasions. Since its establishment in 1983, CAS has been committed to building a leading brand in the world weighing field. In the ever-changing market environment, due to unremitting efforts and investment in research and development, CAS has gradually grown and developed with outstanding performance together with customers, thus consolidating its position in the market and winning the trust of consumers. In the past 30 years, as a measurement product, in addition to complying with the OIML international recommendations, it also complies with the measurement regulations of various countries. At the same time, the products sold by CAS to countries around the world have all been approved by the measuring instruments of various countries. By providing high-level weighing solutions, CAS has achieved great results in the world market in the fields of petrochemicals, construction, semiconductors, spacecraft, food, logistics, etc. CAS will be committed to providing innovative products and services in the field of metrology, opening up more space for the metrology industry. CAS then strives to achieve the goal of "global CAS". Today, CAS also operates 13 overseas branches, and its products are supplied to more than 120 countries and regions in the world. Based on a global network consisting of Russia, India, China, the United States, Turkey and other countries, CAS actively establishes a localized operation and sales strategy. Such a corporate structure facilitates consumers in different fields to access CAS products and services. CAS Electronics (Zhejiang) is a factory established in Jiashan County, Zhejiang Province in 2009 by CAS Co., Ltd. of South Korea to improve the manufacturing and development capabilities of the global CAS Group. Zhejiang CAS covers an area of more than 100 acres and has 500 employees.

: Hefei Zhengmao Technology Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 92, Science Avenue, High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Hefei City, Anhui Province

Company website: http://www.zenmorn.com

Company Overview

Hefei Zhengmao Technology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise engaged in communications, monitoring, weighing, environmental testing, intelligent education, security, artificial intelligence, instrumentation, intelligent equipment, smart transportation, computer software development, design, installation, operation and maintenance, and technical services. The company has won many honors, including the Science and Technology Little Giant, Provincial High-tech Products, National Innovative Enterprises, Hefei High-tech Enterprises, National High-tech Enterprises, Municipal Technology Research Center, and Science and Technology Innovation Board Listed Enterprises (Securities Code 612182). The company is one of the earliest national high-tech enterprises in China engaged in the collection and processing of dynamic (static) weighing data, communication transmission and control management. It has long been focused on the development and application of dynamic (static) weighing, computer system integration and technology overweight comprehensive management platform software, providing customers with professional data collection, analysis, operation and law enforcement support systems; it is also one of the few domestic companies that have both production and manufacturing qualifications and engineering design and construction, system integration, and security qualifications. The company has the qualifications for professional contracting of electronic and intelligent engineering, professional contracting of highway electromechanical engineering, intelligent building engineering design, information system integration and service, and safety technology prevention. It also has the production and manufacturing license for platform, curved plate, quartz, flat plate, and vehicle-type weighing instruments. The company has impressive market performance and successful experience in the fields of scientific and technological control of overweight vehicles, environmental testing, weight-based charging, bridge protection, and related computer information system integration (including platform software) in China. In more than 10 provinces including Anhui, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Henan, Hebei, Guangdong, and Shandong, the highway non-stop detection and non-site law enforcement system have been successfully implemented.

: Hangzhou Sifang Weighing System Co., Ltd.

Address: No. 10, Shuangyang Road, Qianjiang Economic Development Zone, Yuhang District, Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province

Company website: http://www.china-scales.com/

Company Overview

Hangzhou Sifang Weighing System Co., Ltd. has been focusing on the field of modern weighing instruments. It is a high-tech enterprise with strong independent research and development capabilities and mastery of the core technology of weighing instruments. The company invests a lot of money every year in the research and development of new products and new technologies. It has many invention patents and utility model patents, and has many domestic advanced technologies and products. The company is a high-tech enterprise, a member of the National Weighing Instrument Technical Expert Committee, a member of the National Standards Committee, and the drafter of many national standards. The company is one of the few companies in China that can independently develop and produce dynamic weighing systems. Especially in the field of dynamic weighing, the company has been engaged in the research, development and production of this technology for a long time. It is currently one of the few dynamic system development units in China with independent intellectual property rights. It is one of the drafters of the national standard "Dynamic Highway Vehicle Automatic Weighing Instrument" and a manufacturer that has obtained the manufacturing license for the "Quartz Dynamic Highway Vehicle Automatic Weighing Instrument" for high-speed weighing. In recent years, the company has made significant achievements in highway overload weighing detection, developed low-speed/high-speed dynamic weighing systems dedicated to highway detection, and developed a variety of dynamic weighing systems such as weight charging, overload detection, and non-site overload enforcement. It uses various types of sensors such as axle weight scale, wide curved plate, integrated small curved plate, quartz, etc., and has first-hand usage data on the performance of all sensors. It is a manufacturer with very rich and comprehensive experience in the use of various types of overload weighing equipment in the country, and it is also one of the few domestic manufacturers that can provide a complete set of various types of overload detection systems. All core control systems and application platforms are developed by the company itself.

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What is a Truck Scale

A truck scale, also known as a weighbridge, is a large - scale weighing device designed to measure the weight of trucks and their cargo. It typically consists of a platform, load cells, and a weighing indicator. The platform is where the truck drives onto, and the load cells beneath the platform convert the weight of the vehicle into an electrical signal. The weighing indicator then processes this signal and displays the weight reading. Truck scales are essential in various industries such as logistics, mining, construction, and waste management to ensure accurate weight measurement for legal compliance, billing purposes, and load management.

History of Truck Scale

The concept of weighing heavy vehicles dates back to ancient times when simple balance - based methods were used. However, the modern truck scale as we know it today has its roots in the industrial revolution. With the growth of the transportation and manufacturing industries, there was a need for more accurate and larger - capacity weighing systems. Early truck scales were mechanical in nature, using levers and counterweights. As technology advanced, the use of load cells and electronic components became prevalent. The development of more precise load cells and digital weighing indicators in the 20th century revolutionized the truck - weighing industry, allowing for greater accuracy and more efficient operations.

Purpose of Truck Scale

Legal Compliance: In the transportation industry, there are strict regulations regarding the maximum weight a truck can carry on public roads. Truck scales are used to ensure that trucks are not overloaded, which can cause damage to roads, bridges, and other infrastructure. Overloaded trucks also pose a safety risk. By accurately weighing trucks, authorities can enforce weight - limit laws and fine violators.
Billing and Commercial Transactions: In industries such as mining and agriculture, the weight of the material being transported is a crucial factor in determining the cost. For example, in a mining operation, the weight of the ore extracted and transported is used to calculate payment to the trucking company. In waste management, the weight of the waste collected is used to bill customers.
Load Management: For businesses that rely on trucks for transportation, knowing the exact weight of the load helps in optimizing the loading process. It ensures that trucks are loaded to their maximum capacity without exceeding safe limits, improving efficiency and reducing transportation costs. In construction, it helps in planning and managing the delivery of materials such as gravel, sand, and concrete.

Principle of Truck Scale

Load Cell Principle: The heart of a modern truck scale is the load cell. Load cells are based on the principle of strain gauges. When a weight is applied to the truck scale platform, the load cells deform slightly. The strain gauges attached to the load cells also deform, and this causes a change in their electrical resistance. According to Ohm's law, this change in resistance results in a change in the electrical signal. The electrical signal is proportional to the force applied, which is related to the weight of the truck and its cargo. The weighing indicator measures this electrical signal and converts it into a weight reading using a calibration factor.

Features of Truck Scale

High Capacity: Truck scales are designed to handle heavy loads. They can have a capacity ranging from a few tons to hundreds of tons, depending on the design and intended use. This allows them to accurately weigh different types of trucks, from light - duty delivery trucks to heavy - duty mining trucks.
Accuracy: High - quality truck scales can provide accurate weight measurements. The accuracy can vary depending on the scale's design and calibration, but it is typically within a few kilograms or a small percentage of the full - scale reading. This accuracy is crucial for legal and commercial applications.
Durability: Given the heavy loads and harsh operating conditions they are subjected to, truck scales are built to be durable. The platform is usually made of heavy - duty steel, and the load cells are protected from environmental factors such as moisture, dust, and temperature changes. This ensures a long service life even in industrial settings.
Multiple Weighing Modes: Many truck scales offer different weighing modes. For example, they can perform static weighing (when the truck is stationary on the scale) and dynamic weighing (when the truck is in motion). Dynamic weighing can be useful for high - volume operations where stopping each truck for a static weighing may be time - consuming.

Types of Truck Scale

Axle - Weighing Scale:[!--empirenews.page--] This type of truck scale measures the weight of each axle of the truck separately. It is useful for checking axle - load compliance, especially when the overall weight of the truck may not be over the limit, but the axle loads could be. Axle - weighing scales are often portable and can be used at roadside checkpoints or in temporary weighing operations.
Full - Length Platform Truck Scale: The most common type, it has a long platform that allows the entire truck to drive onto it. The full - length platform provides an accurate measurement of the total weight of the truck and its cargo. These scales can be either pit - mounted (installed in a pit in the ground) or above - ground, depending on the site requirements and available space.
Portable Truck Scale: Portable truck scales are designed to be easily moved and set up in different locations. They are often used in temporary work sites, such as construction projects or agricultural fairs. Portable scales may have a lower capacity than fixed - location scales, but they offer flexibility in weighing operations.

Precautions for using Truck Scale

Installation: Proper installation of the truck scale is crucial for accurate weighing. The scale should be installed on a level and stable foundation. If it's a pit - mounted scale, the pit should be properly constructed to prevent water accumulation and ensure proper drainage. The installation process should follow the manufacturer's guidelines to avoid errors in weighing due to an uneven or unstable platform.
Calibration: Regular calibration of the truck scale is essential to maintain accuracy. Calibration should be done using known - weight standards and following the correct procedures. The frequency of calibration depends on the usage and the importance of accurate weight measurement. Incorrect calibration can lead to significant errors in weight determination, which can have legal and financial implications.
Maintenance: Keep the truck scale clean and free from debris. Regularly inspect the platform for any signs of damage, such as cracks or warping. Check the load cells and electrical connections for any signs of wear or damage. Lubricate moving parts as needed to ensure smooth operation. Maintenance schedules should be followed to prolong the life of the scale and ensure accurate performance.
Vehicle Placement: When weighing a truck, ensure that the vehicle is properly positioned on the scale platform. The wheels should be fully on the platform to avoid inaccurate readings. In the case of axle - weighing scales, each axle should be precisely placed on the weighing area to get accurate axle - load measurements.

Things to consider when purchasing Truck Scale

Capacity: Determine the maximum weight capacity you need the truck scale to handle. Consider the types of trucks and loads you will be weighing. It's advisable to choose a scale with a capacity that exceeds your current needs to account for any future growth or changes in your operations.
Accuracy: Look for a truck scale with the required level of accuracy. The accuracy requirements may vary depending on your application. For legal - compliance weighing, a high - accuracy scale is essential. Check the product specifications for the accuracy rating and make sure it meets your needs.
Type of Scale: Decide whether an axle - weighing scale, full - length platform scale, or portable scale is more suitable for your operations. Consider factors such as the location of the weighing operation, the frequency of use, and the need for mobility.
Installation and Space Requirements: Consider the installation requirements of the scale. Pit - mounted scales require excavation and proper drainage, while above - ground scales are easier to install but may take up more space. Make sure you have enough space available and that the installation process is feasible for your site.
Cost and Budget: Truck scales can vary significantly in price depending on their capacity, accuracy, and features. Set a budget and look for a scale that offers the best combination of performance and cost - effectiveness. Consider not only the initial purchase cost but also the cost of installation, calibration, maintenance, and any potential upgrades over the life of the scale.

Terms of Truck Scale

Load Cell: A transducer that converts a force (weight) into an electrical signal. It is a key component of a truck scale and determines the accuracy and reliability of the weighing system.
Weighing Indicator: The device that processes the electrical signal from the load cells and displays the weight reading. It may also have additional functions such as data storage, printing, and communication with other systems.[!--empirenews.page--]
Axle Load: The weight supported by a single axle of a vehicle. Measuring axle loads is important for ensuring compliance with road - use regulations and for load - distribution analysis.
Static Weighing: The process of weighing a vehicle when it is completely stationary on the scale platform. It provides the most accurate measurement of the total weight of the vehicle and its cargo.