Importance of Weighbridge Maintenance

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A weighbridge is a capital investment, and like any other asset, it needs to be maintained after if it is to deliver maximum returns.

It is also an accuracy measuring instrument and for it to perform its function correctly, certainly and consistently, it needs to be in a better condition. But none of this happens by coincidence – and it surely isn’t possible without decent maintenance and regular servicing.

Surprisingly, not all vehicle weigh scale owners are aware of the significance of preventative maintenance of their equipment such as cleaning and mopping of the decks or pits to eliminate any build-up of debris, but they’re also not knowledgeable of the crucial need to have the weighbridge professionally maintained on a regular basis.

Here are some key points which highlight the need for weighbridge maintenance:


1. Load cells

The load cells are the pulse of the weighbridge and are delicate, precision tools which require regular servicing to ensure they deliver accuracy of measurement consistently. Like any other high-tech equipment which has moving parts, cleaning, calibration, the load cells need regular inspection, and lubrication and if they are restored for any reason, the weighbridge then needs to be retested and serviced to ensure it is operating within prescribed tolerances.


2. Rough treatment

Weighbridges are enslaved to some harsh treatment, be it from harsh climatic conditions, heavy impact energies from loaded trucks, consecutive braking and acceleration and so on – and these all take their toll on the equipment.


3. Legal compliance

Owners of trade-approved weighbridges have a statutory responsibility to ensure that the equipment complies with the common legislation. Regular servicing will ensure their weighbridge is lawfully compliant and will help owners avoid the risk of financial penalties or prosecution.


4. Prevent under loading or overloading

Without proper servicing, a weighbridge may be recording incorrect measurements which could point to financial losses. For instance, under-loaded trucks mean wasted space, additional costs and a possible loss in revenue through giving away too much product which isn’t actually being invoiced, whilst over-loaded trucks can incite fines and will eventually lead to quicker wear and tear on the vehicle body and tyres, increased fuel costs etc.

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