As a responsible car owner, you change the oil in your car every three to four months. This is done to ensure that your car will provide you with years of use, and guarantee you get the most out of your investment.
The same concept can be applied to your weighbridge. As a large investment for your business, the truck scale is a piece of heavy equipment that must be proactively maintained to have a long life – especially due to the harsh nature of its environment and application.
Overlooking scale maintenance can lead to unplanned downtime, poor reliability, inaccuracy, and premature aging. There are several things you can do to ensure your truck scale will provide years of reliable use, including:
- Visually inspect the scale
- Clean around and under the scale, including the load cells
- Schedule routine preventive maintenance
- And more!
For a full list of tasks you and your service provider can perform, download our free Weighbridge Routine Care Poster.
Why Should You Perform Maintenance on Your Truck Scale?
Walk Before You Run with a Vehicle Scale Health Check
New to truck-scale ownership or operation? Then you are probably finding there is more to a weighbridge than meets the eye! With sensitive electronics located all over the scale, it is no wonder they often experience issues. However, it can be difficult to know when to call service and when you should be able to correct a problem.
A Vehicle Scale Health Check is a good way to get familiar with your equipment quickly. Our trained service professionals think about truck scales all day – and they can help get you up to speed on the current state of your scale and recommend items for improvement in the future.
Examples of services provided during a health check include:
- Overview of weighbridge structure and foundation
- Review of load cell network
- Check all cables and connectors
- Review scale terminal and peripheral equipment
- Check weighing accuracy (optional)
The Importance of Accuracy
No matter the size of the scale, you should be able to trust that your weighing transactions are accurate. At METTLER TOLEDO, our service technicians are certified to perform calibration testing on your Legal-For-Trade equipment. Calibration is a crucial part of ensuring your operation is compliant with the local W&M authorities – non-compliance can mean a complete halt to business until the scale is properly calibrated.
Whether you have METTLER TOLEDO scales, or another make or model, we can help your scale operate with true accuracy and compliance. Schedule your certified calibration visit today.
