Weighing Scales for Commercial Food Processing and Production

In food manufacturing, precision is the backbone of safety, compliance, and profitability. Every ingredient must be measured accurately to maintain flavor consistency, meet FDA/USDA regulations, and avoid costly waste. That’s why food producers need more than just a basic scale.

Arlyn Scales designs and manufactures industrial weighing systems built for the unique demands of food processing. From stainless steel washdown platforms to ultra-precise SAW technology for micro-ingredient batching, our scales deliver accuracy, durability, and sanitation in even the most challenging environments. With factory-direct pricing and custom configurations, you get reliable equipment that keeps your production lines running smoothly without the downtime or guesswork.

Why Food Producers Need Specialized Scales

Not every industrial scale is suitable for food processing. The wrong equipment can create compliance risks, sanitation issues, and costly inefficiencies. Food producers need scales engineered specifically for their environments and workflows.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure accurate portioning, labeling, and recipe control to meet FDA and USDA requirements. Reliable weighing also protects against costly recalls and mislabeling fines.

Sanitation & Safety

Stainless steel, washdown-safe designs prevent bacterial buildup and make cleaning fast and thorough. Intrinsically safe options reduce ignition risks in dust-heavy environments like bakeries or grain facilities.

Efficiency in Production

Low-profile platforms and intuitive digital interfaces keep lines moving quickly, reducing bottlenecks during batching, packaging, or bulk handling.

Cost Control

Precision prevents overfilling and waste, while durable stainless steel load cells withstand shock loads and minimize downtime.

Scales for Food Production

Food production environments demand different weighing solutions depending on the application. Arlyn Scales offers a full range of models designed for portion control, bulk handling, hazardous areas, and ultra-precise batching.

Bench Scales (Portioning & Checkweighing)

• Ideal for portion control, packaging, and recipe batching.
• Prevent overfill waste while ensuring compliance with labeling requirements.
• Built-in checkweighing functions make it easy to flag packages that are under- or overfilled.
• Stainless steel construction makes cleaning fast and safe in sanitary environments.

Floor & Platform Scales (Bulk Handling)

• Low-profile designs simplify loading and unloading of drums, pallets, and heavy ingredients.
• Capacities range from 500 lb to 20,000 lb to fit both small and large-scale production.
• Available in rugged steel or stainless steel for long-term durability in washdown or corrosive environments.

Intrinsically Safe Scales (Hazardous Environments)

• Dust-heavy environments like bakeries or facilities handling powdered ingredients require intrinsically safe equipment.
• ArlynGuard Series scales are FM-approved for hazardous locations, with models for bench, platform, cylinder, and floor capacities.
• Protect workers and equipment while maintaining compliance in classified environments.

Stainless Steel Scales (Sanitary & Washdown Applications)

• All-stainless construction — including load cells — for superior sanitation and corrosion resistance.
• Easily withstands wet, cold, or chemically harsh environments.
• Silicone-coated stainless steel sensors provide extra protection against moisture and cleaning agents.
• Low-profile design improves ergonomics and reduces strain during repetitive loading tasks.

Ultra Precision Scales (Micro-Ingredient Batching & QA)

• Powered by patented Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) technology for up to 20x higher readability than standard industrial scales.
• Perfect for measuring spices, flavorings, and micro-ingredients with accuracy as fine as 0.0001 lb.
• Stable in environments with temperature swings or vibration.
• Robust enough for factory life, with overload protection up to 250% of capacity.

Specialized Cylinder & Ton Scales

• Designed for weighing liquefied CO₂, chlorine, and other additives used in food processing or sanitation systems.
• Low-profile platforms make handling heavy cylinders easier and safer.
• Available in stainless steel with optional digital or analog outputs, as well as intrinsically safe models.

Intrinsically Safe Scales for Dust-Prone Food Environments

Food facilities may not look like hazardous environments at first glance, but fine particles from flour, sugar, and other powders can create dangerous ignition risks when paired with electrical equipment. That’s why intrinsically safe scales are critical for bakeries, mills, and food manufacturers working with combustible dust.

Arlyn’s ArlynGuard Series is fully FM-approved for classified environments, offering protection in:

• Class I, Divisions I–II, Groups A–D
• Class II, Divisions I–II, Groups E–G
• Class III, Divisions I–II

Models include:

• ArlynGuard B (Bench Scales) – 5 to 150 lb capacity for portioning or batching.
• ArlynGuard C (Cylinder Scales) – 60 to 400 lb capacity for drums and hazardous liquids.
• ArlynGuard P (Platform Scales) – 500 to 1,000 lb capacity for mid-size loads.
• ArlynGuard F (Floor Scales) – 2,500 to 25,000 lb capacity for pallets and bulk ingredients.

With sealed stainless steel load cells and explosion-proof enclosures, these scales deliver safety without sacrificing accuracy, ensuring your production process stays compliant and your workers stay protected.

Why Stainless Steel Construction Matters for Sanitation

Cleanliness is the foundation of safety and compliance. That’s why Arlyn Scales builds full stainless steel platforms, frames, and load cells, engineered for washdown environments and daily sanitation routines.

Key Benefits of Stainless Steel Construction:

• Easy to Clean & Sanitize – Smooth, corrosion-resistant surfaces hold up against frequent washdowns and harsh cleaning chemicals.
• Temperature Resistant – Performs reliably in cold storage, freezers, and hot production areas.
• Superior Durability – Withstands shock loads, overloads, and long-term exposure to food ingredients and liquids.
• Hygienic Load Cells – Unlike competitors who cut corners with aluminum or plated steel, Arlyn uses stainless steel load cells that resist water damage, rust, and bacterial buildup.

Extra Protection Where It Matters

• Additional silicone coatings shield sensors from moisture.
• Lower-profile designs reduce strain when loading heavy bins or ingredients.
• Optional NEMA-rated enclosures protect electronics from water and chemical ingress.

With these safeguards, Arlyn’s stainless steel scales go beyond “food grade” — they provide long-lasting reliability in environments where contamination or downtime could cost far more than the scale itself.

Technology Enhancements: Smarter, More Precise Weighing

Modern food production demands more than just rugged equipment — it requires data-driven accuracy and real-time visibility. Arlyn Scales integrates advanced technology to help processors improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain compliance.

Arlyn UpScale Touchscreen Indicator

A 7” full-color touchscreen puts complete control at your fingertips:

• Intuitive Interface – Easy-to-navigate menus eliminate training headaches.
• Advanced Data Logging – Store locally, export to USB, or push directly to Google Sheets.
• Cloud Monitoring – Track weight trends and scale activity anywhere via AxChange Cloud.
• Automation Ready – Program setpoints, batching alerts, and PLC communication using industrial protocols like MODBUS, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP.
• Sanitary Design – Available in a stainless steel enclosure for washdown food production environments.

Ultra Precision SAW Scales

Arlyn’s patented Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) technology delivers 20x greater accuracy than standard industrial scales rivaling lab balances, but rugged enough for the factory floor.

• Extreme Precision – Readabilities down to 0.0001 lb.
• Thermal Stability – Resistant to temperature swings in cold storage or hot kitchens.
• Overload Protection – Withstands up to 250% of rated capacity without damage.
• Industrial Integration – Ethernet, USB, and wireless options ensure easy data capture and automation.

With these enhancements, food manufacturers can move beyond basic weighing to smart, connected systems that power quality control, traceability, and operational excellence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Arlyn Scales suitable for food processing environments?

Our scales are designed with stainless steel construction, water-resistant sensors, and easy-to-clean surfaces, making them ideal for meeting sanitary and safety standards in food production facilities.

Can these scales be washed down or sanitized regularly?

Yes. Many models are built with full stainless steel platforms and sealed electronics that withstand washdown, cleaning agents, and temperature fluctuations common in food environments.

Do Arlyn Scales integrate with food production software systems?

Absolutely. With connectivity options like Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Modbus, EtherNet/IP, and Google Sheets integration, our scales can sync with ERP, MES, or other production control systems for seamless data tracking.

What is the advantage of SAW Ultra Precision Scales in food manufacturing?

SAW technology provides up to 20x better accuracy than strain gauge models, ensuring recipes, formulations, and portion control meet the highest standards for both quality and cost efficiency.

Are intrinsically safe models available for food facilities with dust or hazardous conditions?

Yes. Our ArlynGuard line includes bench, platform, cylinder, and floor scales approved for Class I, II, and III hazardous locations.

Can Arlyn Scales be customized for unique food production workflows?

Yes. From custom platform sizes to batching setpoints, multi-scale setups, and specialized outputs, we can configure scales to fit your exact process.

Partner with Arlyn Scales for Smarter Food Production

Food manufacturers face unique challenges from safety compliance to precision formulation to streamlined throughput. Arlyn Scales provides the durability, accuracy, and connectivity that modern food production demands.

Whether you need a rugged floor scale for heavy loads, a precision SAW model for recipe formulation, or a touchscreen indicator to power Industry 4.0 integration, Arlyn builds solutions that last and are direct from our factory in New York.

Contact us today to configure your scale or request a custom solution designed for your food production facility.