Latest Industry news on vehicle weighing and balancing systems

25 January

The Legal Requirements for Truck Weighing in Different Regions of Australia

At a glance Find out about General Mass and Dimension Limits (GML) and how different is it according to states, especially for Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Try TRUCKMATE Portable Scales and FORCE™ 1 Axle Scales for the ultimate in accuracy and compliance. Understand how the Chain of Responsibility creates shared responsibility in the … The post The Legal Requirements for Truck Weighing in Different Regions of Australia appeared first on Trakblaze.

5 January

How to Enquire Into Weighing Scales from Trakblaze?

At a glance Industry-Specific Solutions: Tailored weighing systems for rail, mining, road, and aviation sectors. Precision and Accuracy: Advanced load cells are engineered with cutting-edge technology to deliver unparalleled accuracy and reliability in weight measurement. Durability: Robust construction designed for harsh environments and long-term performance. Technological Advancements: State-of-the-art features like digital displays, data logging, and … The post How to Enquire Into Weighing Scales from Trakblaze? appeared first on Trakblaze.

7 November

Guide to Weighing Terminology: Understanding the Language of Scales

At a glance Accuracy vs. Precision: This knowledge is key for making informed decisions in various industries. Load Cells: The heart of weighing systems. These are the key components that convert weight into readable data, making them the heart of modern weighing systems. Calibration: The key to reliable weighing results. Regular calibration is the key … The post Guide to Weighing Terminology: Understanding the Language of Scales appeared first on Trakblaze.

1 November

Benefits Of Dynamically Weighing And Balancing Moving Trains

Rail weighing systems offer a multitude of benefits that streamline operations and enhance efficiency in rail logistics. These systems provide accurate and real-time weight measurements, optimise load management and distribution, and ensure compliance with weight regulations.

20 October

The Difference Between Portable and Static Train Weighbridges

Train weighbridges play a vital role in providing reliable weight measurement of trains and their cargo. The system ensures that rail vehicles and wagons are balanced and safe by giving accurate weight data. Similar to truck scales, a rail weighbridge is designed to avoid overloading during the transport of products, prevent damage to rolling stock, and minimise load impact on the track.

2 October

How You Can Avoid Truck Scale Fraud And Save Your Money

Imagine losing money from your business yet having no idea how it happened. Truck-scale fraud can be more common than you think. Some business owners will be able to identify the fraud quickly, while others will only be able to locate it after facing and reliability.

2 October

The Reason Why Freight And Passenger Rail Vehicles Require Balancing

One of the most critical factors that affect the safety, efficiency and profitability of rail transport, whether it’s for freight or passenger trains, is the effective management of load configuration and balancing across the wheels, axles, and bogies of locomotives and wagons.

29 September

Understanding the Causes of Scales Breakdowns and How to Avoid Them

Weighbridges are essential tools for measuring weight accurately in the logistics and trade industry. However, several factors can cause breakdowns, which can interrupt operations. Therefore, organisations must understand the root causes of weighbridge failures to reduce risks and ensure uninterrupted operations.

18 September

Optimising Logistics With The Accurate Truck Scales

Truck scales are widely recognised as essential weighbridge solutions, designed to accurately measure vehicle weights as they traverse the bridge. These modern weighing systems play a crucial role in numerous industries, addressing challenges related to mass management and preventing overloading.

8 September

Why Weighing Scales Are A Vital Part Of The Construction Industry

Weighing scales are vital in numerous industries, and the construction industry is no exception. These precision instruments enable accurate measurement of heavy loads, providing crucial data for various construction processes.

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17 September

Importance Of Routine Maintenance On Truck Scales

The efficiency and profitability of your organisation can be directly related to the accuracy of your weighing systems. For any project across the mining or construction industry to be successful, truck scales must perform numerous configurations, ranging from light to heavy capacity applications. Scales and scanners for your trucks are the keys to success.

15 August

Efficiency Gains From Mobile Rail Weighing Systems

Like any other form of heavy transport, ensuring safe and compliant rail transport hinges on precise weighing, balancing, and calibration of train components, be it entire wagons or individual bogies. These processes not only guarantee safe and reliable transport outcomes but also contribute to operational efficiencies by reducing maintenance and fuel costs.

2 August

Weigh In Motion At Up To 80km/h?

If you are a part of the mining, rail, freight or logistics sectors, then you will have used a weighbridge before. Weighbridges are used primarily in industries that manufacture or move bulk items. They are used because they are a quick and easy way to measure the flow of bulk goods in and out of different locations.

22 July

Mobile Volumetric Scanner – A Easily Transportable And More Accurate Way To Get Your Load Volume

Mobile Volumetric Scanners have come into the industry and begun to change the game. They offer an innovative, time and money-saving opportunity for mining sites and transportation. Volumetric scanners allow us to measure bulk materials loaded into trains or any other vehicle using imaging software, and they offer an automatic calculation without a hassle.

2 July

Rail Scale Benefits For The Mining Industry

In the competitive and demanding world of the mining industry, efficiency and safety are paramount.The adoption of advanced technologies is not just a trend but a necessity. Among these innovations, rail scales present a transformative opportunity for mining operations. This blog explores rail scale solutions’ critical benefits, particularly safety, productivity, and profitability enhancements.

20 June

How Do Volumetric Scanners Help Generate The Perfect Report For Mining Companies?

Volumetric scanning of loads is a new technology in the mining industry that provides unrivalled benefits to mining companies. This somewhat new tech in payload weighing is increasingly setting standards in accurately measuring truck payloads for mining sites.

22 February

Volumetric Scanning For Rail Or Mining – How Do I Know Which Product Is Best For My Business?

Volumetric scanning represents a relatively new weight measurement technology and provides improved efficiencies for applications across a broad range of industries. Technology like this enables industrial, mining and construction processes to manage payloads more effectively. The post Volumetric Scanning For Rail Or Mining – How Do I Know Which Product Is Best For My Business? appeared first on Trakblaze.

20 January

Volumetric Scanning – Applications & Benefits

Volume scanning is becoming the new mining and rail industry standard as a reliable system when shifting bulk materials. The mining and rail industry is all about efficiently transporting materials from one place to another, and measuring these loads accurately is a crucial part of improving the revenue and productivity of said industries.

7 March

Exploring the Benefit of the Traffic Management System

The world traffic management system is evolving at the national and regional level, especially in developed countries like Australia. The busiest roads across Melbourne will soon see a smart traffic management system, using sensors for real-time data analysis, at the helm of the traffic system within the city.

19 October

Rail, Mining, Or Both? Why Our MVS Has Broad Functional Applications Across Both Industries

In this article, we will explore the challenges faced in volume measurement for rail and mining applications and delve into the broad functional applications of the Mobile Volumetric Scanner (MVS) in both industries.