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1 - Main Components of a Truck Scale
8. Weighbridge Also known as the scale deck, this is the structure that creates the driving surface for the trucks. The weighbridge is typically composed of modular sections that are linked together. 9. Junction Box Many scales require numerous junction boxes as connection points for the load cell cables. However, some newer systems no longer require junction boxes. 10. Load Cells These are the sensors that measure the weight on the scale. Modern scales use load cells as integral structural components. 11. Load Cell Cable The signal from the load cells must be transmitted to the terminal. In most cases, this is done with cables.
12. Unattended Station Unattended weighing offers an effective strategy for increasing productivity, decreasing operating costs, and decreasing in-person contact. It enables drivers to process their own weighing transactions without the need for a scale operator. 13. Traffic Control Light Traffic lights indicate to the driver whether to stop or drive forward during the weighing process. 14. Remote Weight Display A large, digital weight reading is helpful to display a truck’s weight to the driver.
1. Ramp Ramps are used to bring the truck to the same level as an above-ground scale. 2. Gate Gates can be programmed to open and close at specific points during the weighing process to guide drivers. 3. Approach The approach allows trucks to enter the scale from a level surface to ensure accuracy. 4. Scale House The scale terminal and operator are normally located in the scale house.
5. Terminal Also referred to as an indicator, the terminal is the control panel for the scale. It serves as the connection point for other scale peripherals. 6. Computer Scale software on a computer plays an increased role for sites large and small, automating data capture, speeding up weighing times and reducing opportunities for errors. 7. Printer Used for printing transaction tickets, a printer can be located in the scale house or within an unattended station.
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