When it comes to scales used in industrial types of applications, most people think of platform scales, which are often used for weighing pallets, loads or other large bulk types of materials.
While these industrial weight scales are very common and are very familiar in all types of industrial applications and shipping facilities, there is actually a range of other specialized types of scales used in all types of manufacturing, processing, packaging and distribution facilities.
Over time, and with the advancement of computer technology, scales have gone from a relatively rudimentary type of measuring system to a highly precise, accurate and error-free option. With the option to have the computer system continually calibrate the scale, there is no concern about deviation in weights, making it the most effective measurement system possible.
Managing Stock and Inventory
In large production facilities having the ability to measure and monitor storage levels and use of raw materials during production is critical for maintaining inventory and stock. By using industrial weight scales to measure the flow of the materials from storage to production, orders can be placed in a timely manner to ensure there is never a shortage of materials.
Also, since the measurement is done by weight and not volume, issues with settling, different sizes of materials and even the type of material being measured has no effect on the actual weight on the scale, very different than measuring by other means.
Batching and Blending
With food and beverage production, or even in the production of pharmaceutical products, weighing over other types of measurement provides a highly accurate reproduction of the formula or the recipe time and time again.
Industrial weight scales in this type of production may be smaller bench scales to larger counting or tank scales that are used to not only measure ingredients but then also to package and ship the final product.
With these types of specialized scales, there may also be a need for specialized scale design. This will eliminate any issues with scales that cannot be completely cleaned or sanitized as required during the production.
Continuous Processes
Many types of industrial weight scales are not used to measure one specific load at a time. Instead, they are considered to be continual process scales, and they can be bet scales or throughput scales, providing monitoring on the process efficiency of the system.
Choosing the correct scales for the job is more complicated than what it may appear at first glance. Working with a company that provides the customer support and assistance to help to get the right scale for your needs will be essential in getting just the scale you need.
