Latest Industry news on vehicle weighing and balancing systems

17 July

Why Overloaded Road & Rail Vehicles’ Are Dangerous And How To Avoid Them?

One of the most common reasons for accidents in road and rail vehicles that are carrying equipment or cargo of any kind is overloading & unbalanced loads. While to some, overloading a vehicle might seem like a way to make more profit every time you are transporting goods, the risks here outweigh the benefits.

8 July

Importance Of Balanced And Configured Loads For Efficient Rail Haulage

Australia is a huge country. And its economy relies heavily on its ability to efficiently and effectively transport goods around the country – both short and long haul. Whether it’s imprinted manufactured goods or commodities for exports, our transport infrastructure and capital – trucks and trains – is essential to our economic productivity. The post Importance Of Balanced And Configured Loads For Efficient Rail Haulage appeared first on Trakblaze.

18 February

What To Consider Before Investing In Industrial Weighing Scales?

Investing in vehicle weighing scales is a significant decision for businesses, especially those operating in the mining, transport, and logistics industries. Vehicle weighing scales, commonly known as weighbridges, stand as robust and precise assets crucial for obtaining accurate weight measurements of vehicles.

25 January

How Can You Improve Your Operations, While Keeping Drivers Safe?

Logistics companies around the world strive for operational efficiency, for it acts as a linchpin for a sustainable business model. Operational efficiency enables logistics and transport businesses to streamline operations, move products from A to B quickly, minimise downtime, and earn improved profit margins.

14 January

The Importance Of Accuracy And Efficiency Within Even The Most Challenging Mining Environments

Mining, as an industry, operates within the harshest working environments in the world. Often the mines are exposed to uncontrollable heat and cold, dust, or any range of environmental conditions, out of their control. So, this means that all machinery on-site must be able to withstand any weather condition. Why? Because no mining environment can risk their machinery, causing a lack of efficiency or accuracy and disrupting their workday.

3 January

How Do You Know Which Rail Scale Is Most Applicable To You?

Choosing a rail scale is a decision that needs your utmost consideration. This decision should consider both time and cost, as it is such an essential asset for many businesses. The post How Do You Know Which Rail Scale Is Most Applicable To You? appeared first on Trakblaze.

16 April

Weigh-In-Motion, What Does It Mean And What Does It Apply To?

A weighbridge or scale is an essential piece of equipment for the day-to-day needs of many industries. Weighing large heavy haul trucks and trains has become a lot easier for workers, with the help of innovations within weighing technology. The post Weigh-In-Motion, What Does It Mean And What Does It Apply To? appeared first on Trakblaze.

8 April

Do You Operate A Commercial Vehicle? Here’s Why You Need An Onboard Weighing System.

Road safety is a major concern among logistics companies which incorporates the overall safety of your drivers and goods. Businesses place the responsibility of their commodities and products to logistics believing the safety and proper management of their products is guaranteed.

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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.

25 August

Trakblaze’s Truck Scales – A Solution For All Your Weighing Needs

Mining and construction industry operations are among some of the most dynamic in the world. Therefore, the use of industry-specific tools and systems is crucial, as they directly impact the output and profitability of construction projects. While construction and mining sites use multiple systems, measurement and weighing systems like portable weighbridges and truck scales play … The post Trakblaze’s Truck Scales – A Solution For All Your Weighing Needs appeared first on Trakblaze.

7 February

The Unique And Exclusive Trakblaze Products

Take the scale to the train with MTW™ Delivering precision across mining, rail and road, Trakblaze’s patented Mobile Train Weighing system (or MTW™) is a one-size-fits-all solution to meet all your civil weighing needs. Its factory calibration and adjustable size means no test trains are necessary nor are the arduous civil works for installation. Subverting … The post The Unique And Exclusive Trakblaze Products appeared first on Trakblaze.

15 May

MTW – Accurately Weighing India’s Rolling Stock.

Trakblaze have again recently supplied, installed & commissioned another two MTW-MS (Mobile Train Weighing) systems in India. This time, one for Alstom Transportation at their Sri City facility and the other for Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) at their new Latur facility. The system supplied to Alstom is a MTW-S12W (wireless 12 wheel weighing system) … The post MTW – Accurately Weighing India’s Rolling Stock. appeared first on Trakblaze.

7 February

Our Customers And Their Experiences With Our Quality Weighing Systems

Australia’s economic performance is driven by resource extraction, manufacturing and goods transport; all travelling vast distances back and forth across the country by road, rail air and sea. The post Our Customers And Their Experiences With Our Quality Weighing Systems appeared first on Trakblaze.

21 October

Volumetric Scanning & Mining Weighbridges

VOLUMETRIC SCANNING & MINING WEIGHBRIDGES The symmetry of intelligent mine weighing… More than ever mining operators, contractors, equipment and technology companies are working together to optimise mining operations by way of intelligent mining. There is a unified emphasis on doing things smarter during the mining and haulage process, which has become apparent as companies adopt … The post Volumetric Scanning & Mining Weighbridges appeared first on Trakblaze.

22 June

TRAKMATE™ – Weighing & Balancing Locos, Trains & Wagons Worldwide

From Sydney Trains in Auburn to Downers in Newport, across the Pacific Ocean into Indonesia and Guangzhou in China and now the largest locomotive weighing and balancing system in Indiana , USA for our North American Agent – TRAKMATE™ is fast becoming recognised as the most accurate and reliable weighing and balancing system for all … The post TRAKMATE™ – Weighing & Balancing Locos, Trains & Wagons Worldwide appeared first on Trakblaze.

3 November

Volumetric Scanning Surpassing Expectations

The recent release of Trakblaze’s ‘Truck Volumetric Scanner’ or TVS has surpassed all expectations. The Global Mining Industry is realising the direct benefits of real-time Volumetric Scanning Systems to monitor mine haul trucks in combination with the use of our Force Mining Scales (the Worlds Toughest Mining Scales) to accurately measure loads of bulk loose solids … The post Volumetric Scanning Surpassing Expectations appeared first on Trakblaze.