How to Calibrate Industrial Scales with Built-In Features

In fast-paced industrial settings, accuracy isn’t a luxury — it’s non-negotiable. But staying accurate usually means taking your scale out of service, calling in a technician, and burning time your team doesn’t have.

Arlyn Scales takes a different approach.

Our platform, floor, and drum scales come equipped with built-in digital calibration features that let your team recalibrate on the spot, without pulling the scale from the floor or halting operations.

Whether you’re blending chemicals, batching raw materials, or prepping freight, staying calibrated shouldn’t slow you down. We make sure it doesn’t.

Why Automated Calibration Makes a Difference

Most industrial scales gradually drift — not because they’re faulty, but because of things like temperature swings, electrical interference, and simple wear. Over time, those small changes add up.

The usual fix?

  • Shut down operations
  • Wait for a service tech
  • Restart everything once it’s done

It’s time-consuming and expensive — especially if you’re running a 24/7 operation. That’s why Arlyn’s automated calibration lets you correct drift without downtime.

Calibrate in Place. Mid-Shift. No Special Tools.

Every Arlyn industrial scale includes a user-friendly digital display that walks you through the calibration process. You’ll need a certified test weight, but that’s it — no laptop, no internet, no external tools. You don’t even have to move the scale.

How to Calibrate Your Arlyn Scale

Here’s the step-by-step process:

  1. Open the Setup Menu
    1. Press the “Setup Menu” button on the scale’s indicator.
    2. Go to Platform Setups → Span Calibration.
  2. Enter the Test Weight Value
    1. Input the exact weight of your test item.
    2. (Ideally, use something that’s about 50% of the scale’s full capacity.)
  3. Remove the Weight
    1. Save the value, take the item off the scale, and press Enter.
  4. Place the Test Weight Again
    1. Put the same weight back on the platform.
    2. After a second or two, press Enter.

That’s it. You’ll get a confirmation, and the scale is calibrated.

Need help? Just call our team at 866-939-4970.

Options for Data Logging & Connectivity

Arlyn scales also make it easy to collect and share data. Here’s how you can connect:

1. USB with Remote Access

  • View live readings on your computer
  • Send weights directly into Excel or Access
  • Control the scale remotely with our free USB Remote Software

2. Ethernet or Wi-Fi

  • Integrate the scale into your local network
  • Access it from anywhere on your system
  • Perfect for multi-user environments or remote operations

3. USB Flash Drive Logging

  • No PC nearby? Plug in a flash drive
  • Export your weight logs in CSV format
  • Works with Excel and most database tools

4. Automate with Setpoint Control

  • Set up to 8 programmable weight triggers
  • Automatically start/stop mixers, conveyors, or valves
  • Ideal for batching, filling, and other repeat processes
  • Uses solid-state relays — no manual action required

Need help setting it up? We’ll walk you through it.

Why Choose Arlyn Scales?

We’ve been designing and building industrial weighing systems in-house for over 30 years. That means:

  • No third-party markups
  • Direct support from our engineers
  • Customization if your setup calls for something specific

Whether you’re in manufacturing, food processing, shipping, or chemical handling, our scales are built to simplify your workflow, not complicate it.

Make Calibration the Easiest Part of Your Day

Tired of treating calibration like a project? You shouldn’t need to schedule downtime just to get accurate readings.

With Arlyn, calibration takes minutes — not hours. And your operation keeps moving.

Let’s make it easier.

Call us at (866) 939-4970 or contact us online to learn more.