All You Need to Know About Bench Scales

All You Need to Know About platform Scales

What is a platform scale?  
A platform scale, sometimes called a bench scale or small scale, is a small weighing device specifically designed for use on a platform scale, workbench, or any smaller space.  They are easy to use and provide fast and simple weighing solutions for a variety of environments and industries.  They can offer a range of different functions including part counting, check weighing or percentage weighing, and can be IP rated to prevent liquid or solids from entering.  
Most scales come equipped with an integrated monitor and keyboard, while some scales, such as AGB and AGF scales, can be equipped with a detachable indicator that can be installed elsewhere.  

Who uses a platform scale?
Platform scales have a variety of uses and are useful instruments in many different industries.  Here are some of the main scales:  
Inscale's IWS waterproof workbench scale is suitable for kitchen and dining environments due to its compact design, IP68 rating and complete stainless steel design.  Food and beverage platform scales can be used to weigh ingredients, monitor portion control and check batch weight.  
Platform scales can also be used for computing applications, stocktaking and inventory monitoring.  Instruments like Cruiser CCT Bench Scale combine accurate part counting functionality with a powerful ABS plastic design, which means it can handle test warehouse environments or busy production lines.  

You can also find workbench scales in industrial environments such as factories or shipyards, although they require a sturdier design and increased protection against dirt, dust and fluids.  The Adam ABW 'Aqua' flush bench scale will be suitable because of its high IP67 rating and rugged construction.  For more industrial scales, please click here!  Checkweighing  
Weighing platform scales such as the Adam CKT "Cruiser" provide the ability to check the weight of an object to ensure that it falls between two weight limits.  Users simply enter a low-weight and high-weight parameter, and the scale will give an audio or visual signal to determine whether the subject falls between those parameters.  Inspection weighing platform scales are suitable for production line, warehouse and transportation departments, or any industry where conformity is essential.