Selecting a Weigh Bridge
Selecting the correct weighbridge for your requirements depends on a range of factors. Below are some of the most common considerations that should be taken into account when planning the install of a Weighbridge.
Do I require a Trader approved weighbridge?
The National Measurement Institute is responsible for determining who requires a trade approved weighbridge. Broadly speaking if you intend to use a weigh bridge to:
buy or sell goods
determine freight costs or other charges based on weight
determine a tax
then you will require a trade approved weighbridge
Find out more about trade approved weighbridges at the National Maturement institute website
Our expert team can assist you with all aspects of trade approved weighbridges. Need advice or a quote, contact our team or request a call back.
Do I require civils to install a weighbridge?
Depending on the size and type of weighbridge that you install will depend on the requirement for Civils. Truck weigh bridge have a range of mobile and portable weighbridges that can be installed without the need for Civils.
View our range or portable and mobile truck weighbridges
The expert team at Truck Weighbridge can assist you with determining if you require civils for the project that you are planning. Need advice or a quote, contact our team or request a call back.
Do I require a direct weighing or Axle Group Weighing solution?
The requirement for a direct weighing or Axle Group Weighing weighbridge will depended on the intended use of the weighbridge and the specific requirements of your business.
Direct weighing will provide a gross vehicle mass (the weight of the whole vehicle) as opposed to Axle group weighing solutions that will weight the mass at each axel.
Axel Group weighing solutions may be considered where a business is utilising Concessional Mass Limits
Where access or space is an issue an Axle Group Weighing solution may be an appropriate solution.
If you business is looking for a cost effective solution then an Axle Group Weighing solution may deliver significant savings.
The expert team at Truck Weighbridge can assist you with determining the best solution for your project. Need advice or a quote, contact our team or request a call back.
Where can I find more information about operating a Truck Weighbridge?
The National Maturement institute website provides a range of information for businesses needing to understand the requirements for operating a trade weighbridge
Where can I find information on Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation?
The Chain of Responsibility legislation ensures everyone who works with heavy vehicles is accountable for safety.
Do I require mains power for a Weighbridge?
All of our weighbridges can be run either mains power or can be supplied to run on low voltage, this can be battery, solar or generators.