At Active Scale, we provide vehicle scales of legendary quality and value. We have vehicle scales still in service longer than many of our competitors have even been building vehicle scales! That’s why you can trust that we know our stuff, and know that we’re committed to sharing that knowledge to help your business.
Check out our FAQ below – if you don’t see your question, let us know!
- How are truck scales built?
Truck scales are typically built using a mix of concrete, steel, and measurement/balancing mechanisms. Of course, exactly how the scale is built will depend on the manufacturing and the type of scale. - How accurate are commercial truck scales?
Even with the highest quality scale systems, there are still factors you need to be aware of that greatly affect the accuracy of your weighing system. There are 4 main factors that could be affecting your scale’s accuracy – check them out here.
- What can affect truck scale readings?
Several factors can affect the scale rating such as load cell malfunctioning, scale load factors caused by the load on the scale itself, and how it was applied and supported. Environmental factors can also affect the industrial weigh scale’s accuracy such as vibration, shock loading, unclean scales, wind loading, air pressure differences and temperature.
- How do you weigh a truck with portable scales?
Portable axle scale weigh pads are placed in the desired location and the driver moves the vehicle over them to weigh the axle in question. Portable scales are a low-profile steel weighbridge that allows vehicles to drive onto it in order to calculate the weight. The load cell is located at the core of the surface and protected by a durable casing. Learn more about portable truck scales here.
- Are portable scales accurate?
Looking at the scales themselves, portable vehicle scales are highly accurate. There is no need to fear that they will be any less accurate than a permanent one, as long as you keep up with regular maintenance and calibration like you should be doing for any scale.
While these are just a few FAQs, we have the answers, insight, and experience to help you with your next scale purchasing decision. Not only that, but we are the largest service provider of repairs, calibrations, and certifications of all truck scales, rail scales, crane scales, and weigh scales in Ontario. With a fleet of seven heavy test units servicing Ontario and Quebec, we have over 20 technicians available to solve your weighing problems. Our qualified technicians are capable of servicing virtually any industrial weighing system in use. Give us a call toll-free at 1-866-284-2223 today to get started!
