Active Scale has a proud history of innovation in the weighing industry, particularly in the heavy vehicle scale segment. Through acquired companies, we were amongst the first vehicle scale manufacturers to produce fabricated pipe lever mechanical truck scales, electronic pit truck scales, pitless side rail and flat deck truck scales, and true modular truck scales. [...]
Specializing in the design and manufacturing of custom truck scales to fit existing foundations, we are Canada’s largest manufacturer of electronic vehicle scales and weigh systems that weigh off-highway trucks and rail cars, with high gross capacities and high concentrated load capacities.
Load cells are at the heart of a how a weighing system works. Unfortunately, all too frequently, load cells fail. Figuring out what went wrong is just as important as knowing or learning how to fix it. Here a few common causes of malfunctions in load cells.
How does load cell work? A load cell, also called a transducer, converts a mechanical force into an electrical signal or digital value that users can review and record. In its simplest form, the load cell bends when weight is applied. In a compression-mounted load cell, where the load cell is beneath the weighing vessel, like a truck scale, [...]
According to Measurement Canada, the governing body of the Weights and Measures Act, ensuring the accuracy of your scale is the legal responsibility of the scale owner. Today’s article is to help inform you on the part the government plays in regulating scale accuracy, and some useful information when it comes to your role as [...]
You might have noticed that the scale in your bathroom has “not for legal trade” stamped all over it, but what exactly does that mean? More importantly for you and your business, what is a Canadian legal for trade scale and do you need one? Today’s article is going to explore this topic and help [...]
Whether you run a warehouse for e-commerce shipping or a highway truck weigh station, there are a lot of options when it comes to weigh scales and the suppliers you work with. When choosing a service provider for services such as calibration, certification and repairs, our best advice is to always go with an authorized [...]
The Canada Weights and Measures Act was established in 1970 to govern the units of measurement used in Canada. More specifically, it regulates the measurements used in commerce and its measuring devices, i.e. weigh scales. The Act is enforced by Measurement Canada, an agency of Industry Canada. Measurement Canada's mission is "is to ensure equity [...]
With today’s prevalence of overhead cranes in industrial markets, transporting materials has never been more convenient. However, with this convenience comes additional safety threats through improper crane use and maintenance. Common causes of crane accidents include caught-load, slack line, overload/underload and structural fatigue. These accidents can result in crippling fines, ruined businesses and even loss [...]
A thorough check-up every six months at the very minimum is the general rule. Aside from the actual calibration, most of the inspection will consist of you or your scale technician conducting a visual inspection of the scale, foundation and surrounding area. Here's some tips on maintaining your truck scales.
