EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Throughout the years, weighbridge technology has evolved from simple mechanical systems to complex advanced structures. Weighbridges exist in a many different sizes and have multiple functions and applications. From a commercial perspective, weighbridges validate between cost and load weight, since they are an accurate way to weigh the load of large vehicles and sizeable content.
What is a Weighbridge A weighbridge is a large scale that weighs bulky items. The scale is typically mounted on a concrete surface and has an electronic monitor that displays the load of the contents weighed. Weighbridges can be used to weigh all types of materials ranging from high tonnage vehicles to agricultural parcels of food.
History of Weighbridges It is important to understand the evolution of weighbridges. In the past, weighbridges were made of wood that utilized a lever system. They were connected to a steel-like balance for weighing and the systems did not advance until the mid-20th century when actual steel was introduced in the systems. It wasn’t until the late 1970s that weighbridges became electronic machines and the use begin to soar in the industry. The old wooden, leverbased systems transformed into digital technologies utilizing load cells.
Weighbridge Types There are many different types of weighbridges. There are mounted weighbridges and even portable weigh scales that can be used to weigh industrial equipment. The two main differences are above ground or in ground weighbridges. Different type of weighbridges will dictate a different application although many applications can be used on the same type of weighbridge. Cost,
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