Types of Weighing & Scaling Tools
The variety of tools for weighing and scaling are made for specific purposes within various industries. Some of these include:
1. Digital Weighing Scales
- These scales are commonly used in retail, industrial, and laboratory applications because of their precision and ease of use. Digital scales utilize sensors to measure weight and display the reading in numbers on an LCD screen.
2. Mechanical Weighing Scales
- Traditional mechanical scales use springs or counterweights to measure weight. These scales will never be as precise as digital, but are far more durable, often requiring no power sources or batteries.
3. Industrial Weighing Scales
- Heavy Duty scales are used within warehouses, manufacturing plants, and logistic centres where large loads need weighing. These include platform scales, floor scales, and conveyor belt scales which assist in bulk weighing operations.
4. Analytical & Laboratory Balances
- Commonly used in scientific research and pharmaceutical industries, Analytical balances are used for measuring small quantities of goods with high precision. These instruments are useful for chemical formulation, quality control, and medical diagnosis.
5. Hanging & Crane Scales
- These scales are commonly used in the Construction, Shipping, and Heavy Machinery industries. Designed specifically for Overhead weighing, Hanging and Crane scales can measure large loads suspended from a hook or other lifting system.
6. Kitchen and Retail Scales
- At bakeries, supermarkets, and commercial kitchens, food-grade weighing scales are the most fundamental. They guarantee accuracy in measuring of ingredients, control of recipes, and even pricing.
