Truck scale projects can be resource-intensive. No one makes the decision to buy new scales or set up a site lightly. A lot of capital goes into truck scale purchases, and it makes sense that site owners and managers want to maximize this investment. Part of maximizing the investment for a truck scale project is […]
Load cells are at the heart of how a weighing system works. A truck scale, for example, lives or dies by its load cells, so keeping them operational is an operator or manager’s first order of business. But all too frequently, load cells fail. They undergo events that may reduce their functionality because they are […]
When purchasing and installing truck scales, you want to protect your investment. That means making sure the truck scale you have selected is the best fit for your needs – and that includes the site where the scale will go. The last thing you want to do is purchase a truck scale system and have […]
Material testers are essential pieces of equipment. As vital instruments, material testers fill a key function – and that function depends on accuracy, precision, and reliability. But a material tester that is out of calibration won’t be as accurate or precise as it should be. The results of testing with an inaccurate tester can be […]
When weighing a sample with a balance scale, the goal is to get as accurate a reading as possible. Several things go into determining how accurate a read has to be in order to be acceptable and whether or not a specific balance scale will do the job. When we’re determining whether a given balance […]
Many years ago, mechanical truck scales were the truck scales, and everybody used them. However, times have changed — and so have scales. If you’re still using a mechanical truck scale, it may be time to consider modernizing your equipment. Read on to learn why an upgrade could be beneficial. The Problem with Mechanical Truck […]
Most of the time, when we think of innovation, we think of inventing something new. While that’s sometimes true, innovation can also mean solving a problem or improving a process so that efficiency is improved. So how does this relate to scales – and ultimately, how can it improve weighing accuracy? The Most Common Cause […]
For high-speed weighing situations, there’s no better option than the METTLER TOLEDO 9477 scale conveyor combined with the IND570dyn terminal. Let’s take a look at the benefits of this scale conveyor and why it works so well with the IND570. The METTLER TOLEDO 9477 Scale Conveyor The METTLER TOLEDO 9477 scale conveyor is an in-motion […]
Imagine being robbed of millions of dollars and having no idea how it had happened. That’s exactly what a major international bulk goods manufacturer experienced recently, and it all happened right on the truck scale. Over a period of several years, this manufacturer lost $2 million dollars because of truck scale fraud. Learn more about […]
Letting your truck scale gather dirt and debris may seem like the easiest way to operate, but it’s actually a much bigger issue than most people realize. Here are a few ways cleaning your truck scale can actually save you money and help your business run more smoothly. Avoid Rust and Corrosion One of the […]