How to Connect Your Scale to Computer: A Step By Step Guide

Table of Contents USB Connections Ethernet & Wifi Advanced Integrations for Industrial Systems Smart Features to Enhance Scale Workflow Choosing the Right Connectivity for Your Workflow Frequently Asked Questions Ready to Connect Smarter? In modern industrial environments, scales aren’t just used for weighing — they’re a source of critical operational data. Whether you’re tracking batches, … Continued

Recycling Weighing Scale

Recycling has become a natural way of living in many homes, schools, and businesses around the world. More than ever, we are all well aware of the impact that waste products have on the environment. At Arlyn Scales, we are excited to take part in recycling developments in the metrology industry. We are constantly working … Continued

Chlorine Cylinder Scales for Water Treatment Plants

Chlorine Scales for Water Treatment Plants While chlorine is one of the most commonly manufactured and used chemicals in the United States, it can also be a dangerous gas to work with. Chlorine gas is used in many industrial plants, wastewater treatment plants, and booster stations for bleaching paper and cloth, treating waste, and as … Continued

Dynamic Weighing Scales & Indicators

Weighing products in a factory or commercial setting can be a time-consuming process. You have to stop the line, take a product off of the conveyor belt, weigh it, and put it back. This can interrupt the flow of production and cause delays. But what if there was a way to weigh products while they … Continued

What Does “Intrinsically Safe” Mean?

“Intrinsically Safe” is a term that generally refers to controlling thermal and electric energy releases within an industrial environment, particularly in relation to electrical equipment. It’s also a safety term that is subject to government regulation. Your scales and equipment need appropriate certification to carry the label Intrinsically Safe. Some industries that require intrinsically safe … Continued

How to Count Small Parts

One challenge that many manufacturers in various industries must face is the requirement to count a wide variety of small parts. Small parts are tedious and impossible to hand count in an industrial setting without human error, which is why more efficient methods are available. No matter the industry, small parts are needed. Small parts … Continued

C1D1 Scales: Where to Use C1D1 Scales

Explosion-proof scales may sound mythical, but they’re vital to many diverse industrial & commercial applications. However, unless you handle explosive materials, how do you know if your workplace requires a Class I Division 1 designation? Fortunately, at Arlyn Scales, we have a unique perspective on intrinsically safe scales for hazardous environments. In fact, we’ve innovated … Continued

Touchscreen Indicator with Barcode Scanning and Printing Ability

The first time that a Universal Product Code (UPC) barcode was scanned was in 1973 for a pack of Wrigley’s chewing gum. From there, the UPC would go on to dominate the shipping, logistics, grocery, and retail industries, among many more. Today, there are newer and more advanced versions of the barcode that permit greater … Continued

Industrial Scale Pricing Guide

Industrial scales are as complicated as they are diverse. As you might expect, then, industrial scale pricing is a complex process that takes into account many factors. When searching for the ideal weighing platform to fit your operations and your budget, you must consider many variables. This includes the cost of materials and labor, the … Continued

Arlyn Scale Keyboard Wedge Feature to Solve Data Collection Issues

Any business that relies on industrial scales in its operations will likely need to store and track that information externally. Whether it’s used to monitor output, track materials usage, or confirm compliance with industry standards, there are likely several teams that use the data. These days, there are several ways that an industrial scale can … Continued

8 Industries You Didn’t Know Use Industrial Scales

Picture an industrial scale in your mind. In what type of environment do you imagine the scale? If you happen to be familiar with industrial scales, then you may be aware that there are many types and applications. This means the picture that pops into your mind is probably very different from what the average … Continued