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Five Things to consider when buying a new weighbridge

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Although the thought of a weighbridge is a reasonably easy one, the functional aspects of installation and the technology involved are far from straightforward. Truck weighbridges have to be fit-for-purpose and extremely accurate to fulfil their purpose of providing precise measurements over and over again — and often in loud environments — and hence when it comes to buying one, it’s important to assure that all bases have been comprehensively embraced. There are several types of weighbridge including semi-pit foundations, above-ground foundations, fully in-ground foundations, relocatable foundations, fully portable steel construction and versatile deck combinations — and the type you prefer will depend on a combination of multiple complex factors. Vehicle sizes and weights When choosing a weighbridge, it’s crucial to factor in the supreme vehicle size that the installation requires to accommodate. Weighbridges that use a single deck are most suitable for weighing vehicles up to sta...

Essae Digitronics: Quick Guide How does a weighbridge work?

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  Almost all  weighbridges  have general components, which work together to measure weight. A buyer needs to understand these elements well to determine the truck scale best suited to meet their needs. There are some ideas that you should know before selecting a weighbridge for your business: 1.  Gross weight:  weight of the truck when loaded 2.  Tare:  weight of the truck when empty 3.  Net weight:  gross weight – tare 4.  Maximum load:  It is necessary to ensure that the total weight of the truck and / or the load on a set of shafts is within the scope of legal values for road vehicles in a given region or country. Whether you are a customer or seller of goods, whether you want to count stocks or control their conformity, the data provided by the truck scale is critical. This data has an indispensable role in setting prices, profit margins, stock management, quality control, compliance with regulatory requirements, among others. T...