Those who have experienced, first-hand, the task of choosing a weighbridge get how complicated it may get to reach a decision. There are lots of options on the market and there are lots of demands for the business. But Balanças Marques is here to help you invest in the ideal truck-scale.
Our weighing specialists, used to deal with the process, put together some tips that will come in handy on the time for the final verdict. Because, as they explain, there are many factors to considerer before you can choose the best weighbridge for your company.
First, clear the purpose the equipment should fulfil.
Since there are all kinds of weighbridges, it’s important that you define what is the main purpose you intend to fulfil with yours. Before making any decisions, ask yourself “what kind of vehicles I have to weigh”, “what are the dimension of the typical truck that will go through here” and “what kind of products will I need to weigh”. It’s only after knowing the answers to these questions that you can determine which is the right weighbridge for your business, choosing the one that presents the ideal size, reach, division and materials to meet your weighing needs.
Then, you must carefully check the grounds where you intend to install the weighbridge.
Truck-scales can be built in metal or both in metal and concrete. They can be installed above the ground or on a pit. They can have several dimensions and different load cells. Everything so that they can easily adapt to the land where they will be installed. But that means that to choose the ideal weighbridge, you must check the conditions of the location, answering questions like “what size does the available space have” and even “how these grounds usually respond to extreme weather”. Only following this path, you will be able to make the right decisions to have a long-lasting weighing equipment.
Besides, you need to consider when you will need to have the equipment working.
Timings are always important. And when we are talking about weighbridges, it’s not any different. Usually, installing a weighing equipment like this one demands a construction job, as well as the participation of many workers and a whole process of installation. Which means it takes time. But that time changes according to the truck-scale you choose. So, ask yourself “when will I need my weighbridge”. And then make sure you opt for one that assures you get it on the deadline.
And you can’t forget to check the accessories list for things than may make a difference on your business’ day to day.
Weighbridges can be accompanied by some “extras” that make them practical and easy to use on the daily work. When you choose yours, see the list of accessories available to complete it. Because mupis, viewers, side guides help to maintain your truck-scales’ good conditions and they can, in fact, make a difference on your business, making the weighing processes a lot easier.
Lastly, now you know what you should consider when choosing a truck-scale, explore Balanças Marques’ website, where you can find PCM M1500e, the one that was elected (once again) the best weighbridge in the world by Weighing Review Awards, and where you will certainly find the ideal equipment for you.
