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Blog focusing on scales, balances and calibration weights. This blog is designed to introduce you to some of the best weigh equipment offered today. Many of the top brands in the weighing industry are featured. Many items are available for purchase
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Wheel Weighers are just a phone call away

Intercomp PT300 Wheel Weigher Scales are self-contained, high-capacity digital wheel load scale designed to maximize legal payloads with concern for violations and reduction of maintenance due to overload stress on equipment. 12" wide platform accomodates single tire (outside tire in dual wheel configuration).

The PT300 scale is designed to maximize legal payloads with concern for violations and reduction of maintenance due to overload stress on equipment. Weighing a mere 37 lb, this sturdy, all aluminum, fully electronic, self-contained wheel load scale is capable of weighing loads up to 20,000 lb and more, with an accuracy of +/- 1%. Best of all, these are just a phone call away by visiting authorized Intercomp dealer www.CentralCarolinaScale.com

Tournament Fishing Weigh-in made easy

The selection of digital weighing scales available at Central Carolina Scale have been designed exclusively for tournament fishing weigh-ins. The Doran Tournament fish weighing software is built right into the scale and is without a doubt the best software on the market today for tournament scales.

Doran's Tournament Fish Weighing Software allows the scale to continually weigh a basket of live fish 40 times per second until the most accurate weight is defined. The weight is then locked into the display on the scale indicator and will not change until the weight is removed from the scale. Central Carolina also offers other non Doran systems for those on a tight budget. Please note that they also offer large digit remote displays that will give your tournament spectators as well as participants a great view of the weights. To request a quote, please contact Central Carolina Scale.

Test Weights available for purchase online

When it comes to purchasing calibration test weights online, the weight section at 1800SCALES.com is an easy choice. They use only the finest weights from the best suppliers. Their suppliers have been supplying high-quality precision measurement products and services for over 25 years. The combination of world class manufacturing technology, an experienced staff of professionals, and a commitment to total quality enables us to assist industry in attaining a variety of quality certifications including ISO 9000 and ISO/IEC 17025. Precision calibration weights including ASTM and NBS classes for balances and scales are available. Weights, weight kits, and weight cases are available. Below are some questions to ask yourself before purchasing calibration test weight.
 
1. What is the maximum amount of weight you will need at any one time?
2. What is the minimum amount of weight you will need at any one time?
3. What tolerance are you looking for?
4. What “style” (ASTM, OIML, NIST) is required or preferred?
5. What configuration do you need (5-3-2-1 or 5-2-2-1)?
6. What is your budget for this project?
7. Tell us about the environment. Is it
  a. Indoor/outdoor?
  b. Wet/dry?
  c. Windy/still?
  d. Corrosive, hazardous, or explosive?
  e. A clean room?
   f. Are there biohazard, electrostatic, or magnetic conditions to consider?
  g. What else is noteworthy?
8. Are you replacing an existing weight or weight set?
9. Does this weight set need to be legal for trade?
10. Do you need ISO/IEC 17025 & ISO 9000 laboratory documentation?
11. If you do not need ISO/IEC 170285 and ISO 9000 laboratory documentation, do you need traceability to NIST?
12. If you do not need any documentation, you still have the option of a Certificate of Accuracy.

There is a great selection of calibration test weight kits, cast iron grip handle weights, slotted weights, stainless steel grip handle weights and stainless steel individual weights available for purchase online using any major credit card at 1800SCALES.com

New Compact Wash Down Digital CounterTop Scale Arrives

The BW Series fulfills weighing needs in both Wet and Dry environments. OHAUS Corporation, a leading manufacturer of balances for foodservice, industrial, laboratory and specialty markets worldwide recently launched the new OHAUS BW wash down compact bench scale, which allows users to perform portioning, packing and general weighing in both dry and wash down environments with this one affordable counter top digital scale. With an internal sealed rechargeable lead-acid battery, NEMA 4 / IP65 housing and a high-speed display, the OHAUS BW Series bench scale offers durability and dependability in an affordable design.

The BW Series is available in four different capacities, with choice of single display or dual display. The BW Series single display models include: BW1.5US (3 lb x 0.001 lb), BW3US (6 lb x 0.002 lb), BW6US (15 lb x 0.005 lb) and BW15US (30 lb x 0.01 lb). The dual display "T" models are: BW1.5TUS, BW3TUS, BW6TUS and BW15TUS same capacties as above.  

Standard features
• Selectable lb, oz or g units
• Super-fast weighing results, calculated within two seconds
• AC adaptor and 50-hour rechargeable battery (included)
• NEMA 4 / IP65 wash down protection for easy cleaning
• Over/under check weighing feature with configurable LED and audible alarm
• Removable stainless steel platter
• Four-level display brightness adjustment
• Battery power-saving mode
• Single display models or dual display “T” models available
 
The Ohaus BW series compact washdown scales with single or dual display are available for purchase online using any major credit card from 1800SCALES.com

Digital Scale gives Hotel Guests added benefit and comfort while traveling

OHAUS Defender 3000 digital scales offer Hotel Guests an easy "weigh" to avoid Airport Baggage Weight Charges by pre-weighing luggage before baggage check. Doing this helps avoid “heavy” charges. How many times have you seen the following scenario? In an attempt to avoid heavy bag charges, travelers are frantically rooting through their suitcases at airline check-in counters – all of their personal items on display for the world to see – while searching for the five-pound item that is putting them over the maximum bag weight.

Traveling has become a challenging art form. It takes a talented individual, with precise judgment and selective packing skills, to make sure that they can outsmart the mandatory airline weight limits at the airport. For the rest of us, the Ohaus Defender 3000 bench scale offers an easy-to-provide customer service amenity for hotels that will give travelers an opportunity to weigh their suitcases before they get to the airport, which provides guests with additional peace of mind.

OHAUS’ solution lies within its Defender 3000 digital scale. Perfectly sized for unobtrusive lobby or lounge placement, the Defender 3000 gives guests the opportunity to weigh their baggage conveniently before checkout, and complete any repacking in the privacy of their own room. Guests can ship extra items home with minimal fuss, increasing a hotel’s sales from these services. Guests leave the hotel with gained confidence that their baggage check at the airport will be quick and easy. Hotels benefit that their guests leave with a positive impression – one that will stay with them through their fee-free baggage check.

The Defender 3000 features a large, bright display that gives clear results to a readability of five-one hundredths of a pound. Built from welded, painted steel, the Defender 3000 is durable enough to handle the most demanding luggage. The scales feature a stylish, yet rugged, tubular-frame base design, easy-to-use keys, backlit LCD display and flexible mounting capabilities. The Defender 3000 is ideal for portable use, with an 80-hour rechargeable battery built in, requiring recharging only every several days. The Defender 3000 scale is available for purchase online using any major credit card from 1800SCALES.com

Ohaus Pioneer balances offer something for everyone

The OHAUS Corporation, a leading manufacturer of balances and scales for the laboratory, industrial, education and specialty markets worldwide, added the Pioneer™ Series Analytical Balances and Pioneer Precision Balances to its line of products, close to one year ago.  The line has been a great success.  The Pioneer Series of balances was designed to meet routine weighing needs in laboratory, industrial and educational settings. Pioneer possesses the sophistication of state-of-the-art balance technology, is easy-to-use and is designed for basic applications. Pioneer offers advanced features, including an upfront level indicator, that helps ensure accuracy for all weighing situations. Selectable environmental settings and filter modes allow the user to adjust the balance sensitivity to environmental disturbances, further adding to the Pioneer’s capabilities. Several of the Pioneer Series balances feature an analytical draftshield enclosure that is constructed of glass panels, including three sliding doors, all of which are easy to remove, clean and replace.

Pioneer balances also feature:

• Nine difference capacities ranging from 65g to 4,100g
• Multiple application modes and units, including basic “Weighing,” “Parts Counting,” and “Percent Weighing” modes
• 19 international weighing units plus one custom unit
• Rugged construction that protects the balance from damage
• An integral menu lock comprised of software and a mechanical switch to lock menus
• A built-in “weigh below” hook, to allow for suspension of an item below the balance to calculate density/specific gravity

You can purchase Ohaus Pioneer balances online using any major credit card at 1800SCALES.com.  They also feature the Ohaus Explorer PRO balances as well. 

Merry Christmas

And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; to be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them at the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

And the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them. And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

I need to speed up my annual inventory counting process and make it accurate

Counting scales look at the weight of the items you place on the weighing platform and divide the weight by the number of pieces you entered, to compute the average piece weight (APW). This is how a digital counting scale displays the number of pieces or parts. No digital counting scale will ever work though if there is a significant variation in the weight of the individual items you place on the scale. The larger the initial sample (100 pieces versus 5 pieces) the better results the counting scale can provide since it averages out any variations in the piece weights over a larger number of items.

So, how do you know which counting scale is best for you? First, find a model that meets your capacity and accuracy requirements (remember the least amount of capacity you can handle is better). Next, look at the features required for your applications (both now and in the future) such as computer/printer interfacing capability, battery operation, ability to connect a larger platform scale (remote scale), etc…

When it comes time to purchase or rent a digital parts counting scale for inventory, you need to contact a scale company that has been selling and servicing scales and understands the products.  A good choice would be Central Carolina Scale in Sanford NC.  They've been selling and renting counting scales for almost 30 years.

Weighing for the first time, not just with any scale, but with the right scale from the very beginning...

Central Carolina Scale selection of both digital baby scales and mechanical baby scales provide sound results not only for infants and babies but also for the nurses, doctors and care givers in hospital paediatrics with maximum comfort, safety and precision right down to the smallest detail. After all, exact weight determination is one of the most important prerequisites for a sound start in life.

You'll find all the top medical scale brands at Central Carolina Scale, like Seca, Health-O-Meter Professional, Detecto, and Doran Medical. Baby scales are just one of the many types of medical scales available at Central Carolina Scale. Be sure to visit their website and contact them for your next medical scales purchase. They've been selling and servicing scales for almost 30 years.

You asked for a Wash Down Safe (Water Resistant) Digital Scale?

You asked for Washdown Safe.
Built as tough and rugged as all Doran products the PC-500 incorporates a unique soft silicone seal that allows the PC-500 to be hosed down and still achieve an IP66 washdown rating.

You asked for Portability.
Powered by DC alkaline batteries the Doran PC-500 wash down safe portion control scale can operate up to 1,000 hours and has an auto shut-off feature to power down when not in use. A compact sleek design allows for easy portability and ease of use.

You asked for a Customer Friendly Design.
The standard main display shows weight in five different units. With the optional CUSTOMER DISPLAY, weights can be displayed on the back side of the scale for easy customer viewing.

You asked for Optimal Capacity and Size.
New higher capacities of 25 or 50 lbs and the larger 8.5” x 8.5” stainless steel platter makes this an even more versatile scale for both production and food service applications.

You asked for an Affordable High Quality Washdown Safe Digital Scale and Central Carolina Scale delivered.
Built as tough and rugged as all Doran products the Doran PC-500 available from Central Carolina Scale, incorporates all the unique features listed above to create an outstanding value. Please visit Central Carolina Scale online at www.CentralCarolinaScale.com for more information or to place an order today!

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