Important Features of Quality Scales

When it comes to buying a commercial scale, it’s important to ensure that you end up with the right one for your needs.

While it may be tempting to buy a platform scale with a 10,000-pound capacity, if you’re looking for something with more accuracy, there are some important things that you should consider to help you determine which scale is suited for your needs. Here are some things to consider when choosing a commercial scale for your company:

• Required Capacity
  While many assume that a scale with a higher capacity is best, this isn’t necessarily the case. Generally, a higher capacity reduces the rate of accuracy, and if accuracy is important in your line of work, it’s important to choose a scale with a capacity that isn’t higher than what you will need. The key to choosing the right capacity is to determine the weight of your heaviest load, and choose the lowest capacity that is just over that number.
• Required Accuracy
  Along with determining the capacity, it’s also important to keep in mind your required level of accuracy. For instance –if you are dealing with chemical formulations, you will want to ensure your scales are equipped with the highest resolution and accuracy available.
• Platform Size
  Choose a scale with a platform that’s large enough to handle the size of products you will be weighing. You should also take into account the size of products you will be weighing, and determine whether or not your scales platform should be high or low. A high platform used to weigh heavy products will mean that you will also need to lift the products up to the platform, so be sure to take this into consideration when choosing a scale.

At R&R Scales, we provide Cardinal scales and equipment that are designed to the highest standards of accuracy and quality. For more information on commercial scales, contact Abilene, Texas-based R&R Scales today, and let us help you find the right scale for your needs.