Platform Scales
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Platform Scales With Industrial Capabilities
Platforms scales are used in a number of industries, ranging from airline travel, commercial laundry, recycling, hazardous waste management, and a number of different manufacturing processes. The low profile of these scales is designed to help increase efficiency and minimize the risk of equipment damage, or injury to workers. Arlyn Scales are specially manufactured for more accurate degrees of weight measurements, but also greater durability. This makes it possible to have a reliable scale even in harsh conditions such as the heat or cold of an airport tarmac or an industrial environment where hazardous chemicals may be encountered.
Arlyn’s Industrial Platform Scale: Weighing Platform Solutions
Platform scales and other floor scales by Arlyn are ideal for almost every industry and type of industrial weighing need. These robust platform scales merge stainless steel load cells with top-of-the-line industry technology and a large platform size for rugged performance, accuracy, and durability. Thanks to the factory direct prices from Arlyn Scales, these platform scales are far more affordable than the industry standard.
This highly durable platform scale features four load cells made of stainless steel embedded in a welded frame in order to withstand abuse and shock in potentially explosive areas, along with a molded display enclosure with rubber gaskets for water resistance. Unlike other platform scales, these features make our platforms scales well-suited to rainy or wet industrial environments of any kind, and gives them a robust maximum weight.
These platform scales are also incredibly easy to use and provide accurate measurements, which is important for fast-paced industries. With features such as high resolution graphics, a swivel mounted digital display, and push button functionality suitable for a wide variety of operational needs, our platform scale features zeroing, 450 memory locations, net/gross calculation, easy cleaning weighing surface, and a selection of conversion units that can be adjusted to fit any industry process.
High Accuracy Robust Platform Scale
These platform scales are extremely accurate with resolution up to 1 part in 500,000. The weighing platform of this floor scale has a superb weight resolution as high as 0.1lb.
Floor Scales with Extreme Versatility
Whether your business is in the food industry, an industrial factory, the shipping industry, or anything else, Arlyn has the weighing surface or platform scale for you. Our platform scales come in a variety of platform sizes to fit any business need.
Platform Scales from Arlyn Scales
Get in touch with Arlyn Scales for any modification requirements, or any questions you have about customization requirements. Thanks to our unified production and HQ setup in Long Island, New York, we are able to serve a diverse range of industries from farms to factories. We can help no matter how specific your needs may be.
Platform Scale FAQ
What is a platform scale?
A platform scale is a type of weighing equipment that features a large, flat platform designed for weighing heavy objects and materials. These scales can handle various weights and sizes, making them versatile and suitable for a range of applications, including inventory management, shipping, and handling of hazardous materials. The platform is typically low-profile, minimizing the risk of equipment damage or worker injury and is often equipped with advanced features to ensure accurate weighing and ease of use.
What is an industrial weighing scale?
An industrial weighing scale is specifically designed for use in various industrial environments, offering durability, precision, and the capability to handle heavy loads. Equipped with advanced features, these scales ensure accurate weighing even in harsh conditions such as exposure to chemicals, extreme temperatures, and heavy usage. Industrial scales play a crucial role in processes like inventory management, quality control, and safety, especially when handling hazardous materials.
What are the different types of platform scales?
There are various types of platform scales tailored to meet different industrial needs. Pallet scales are designed for weighing palletized goods and are essential in warehouses and shipping industries. Commercial scales are suited for businesses, offering features that streamline the weighing process and enhance efficiency. Additionally, there are specialized platform scales equipped with unique features to handle specific tasks, such as weighing hazardous materials safely and accurately.
How can I ensure accurate weighing with my floor scale?
Ensuring accurate weighing with your floor scale involves regular calibration, maintenance, and operation according to the manufacturer’s guidelines. Use the scale on a stable and flat surface to prevent inaccuracies. It’s also essential to consider the scale’s advanced features, such as automatic zero tracking and error notification, which contribute to precision. Lastly, always handle hazardous materials with care, using scales designed to withstand such materials to ensure both safety and accuracy.
How to connect your scale to a computer?
Connecting your scale to a computer enhances data management and inventory management processes. Ensure your scale has advanced features that support connectivity, like USB or Bluetooth capabilities. Install any necessary software provided by the manufacturer on your computer. Follow the user manual to correctly link the scale to the computer, ensuring that data transfer is seamless and accurate. This connectivity facilitates real-time data access, analysis, and management, streamlining the weighing process and enhancing efficiency.
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Digital Hanging Scales
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Custom Load Cell Manufacturing
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The Best Way to Weigh Liquids with High Precision
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Portable Gram Scales
Find the right portable gram scale for your business. Scales used for commercial and industrial purposes are available in a wide variety of different sizes, weight capacities, and configurations. Some can handle additional weight and deliver consistent results with proper weight calibration. In the case of smaller devices, tinier gram scales are often known as … Continued
Pallet Scales For Industrial Applications
Imagine trying to live in a world where palletized shipping never became a thing. Consider that shipping pallets have greatly altered the way that almost every single type of commodity is transported. It would be almost unthinkable to live in a world that lacked this vital technology. That is why pallet scales for industrial applications … Continued
Industrial Platform Scales: Mechanical vs. Digital
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Arlyn Ultra Precision Scale: The Most Accurate Scale In Its Class
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Cylinder Scales Measure Liquid Levels in Cylinders
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Intrinsically Safe Floor Scales and Load Cells
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Crane Scales
Above all, one of the most fundamental types of industrial scales in today’s world is the crane scale. They are ubiquitous, highly useful, and accurate. Crane scales are utilized in a broad spectrum of diverse industries ranging from shipping to construction to fishing. These versatile scales are ideal for all lifting, force measurement, and weighing … Continued
Platform Scales Application Notes
Paper Counting Scales
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Analytical Balances for Scientific Laboratory Research
Analytical balances for laboratory research are necessary for precise results. Until now, purchasing managers at scientific laboratories and research facilities have always had to make a hard choice between standard industrial scales and magnetic force restoration scales. Depending on the type of research, an industrial scale may not offer the precise, high-resolution measurements required for … Continued
2000 Lbs Hanging Scales
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Commercial Food Weighing & Processing Using Industrial Scales
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Drum Scales and Its Industrial Uses as Weighing Equipment
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Cattle Weighing Scales
When weighing cattle and livestock you want to be sure that the scale you are using is accurate, durable, convenient, and most importantly, animal friendly. It is of great importance to assure that your cattle is of the appropriate weight, healthy and stable for your cattle needs. At Arlyn Scales, we understand the needs of … Continued
Weighing and Monitoring Hazardous Waste Meterials Using Industrial Scales
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Mixing Industrial & Automotive Paints With Ultra Precision Scales
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Platform Scales Used in the Airline Industry
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Digital Bench Scales
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