Many businesses require bench scales to complete daily operations successfully. But investing in the wrong scale is frustrating and time-consuming. However, learning what sets different bench scales apart makes the search much less stressful. If you want to find out what to consider when choosing a bench scale, check out the helpful guide below.
Application
Bench scales allow you to weigh various materials, so always consider your specific workplace application. For example, weighing materials like scrap metal requires relatively large bench scales. On the other hand, if the scale’s purpose will be weighing fruit, a small model will get the job done due to the size difference between products. Likewise, if you sell products based on weight, you need to find scales with the “Legal for Trade” certification.
Capacity
Besides the application, what to consider when choosing a bench scale comes down to the technical specifications. As mentioned above, bench scales weigh a wide variety of materials. Thus, their load capacities vary. So, before investing in a scale, you should understand the weight and sizes of all the products you’ll put on the scale consistently. That way, you can do a deep dive into the specs of every scale you look at, determining whether a particular model can meet your needs perfectly. That might sound straightforward, but it’s easy to forget that bench scales are for far more than your specific application.
Portability
Finally, don’t forget to consider portability. Some workplaces only need scales in one place, but this isn’t always the case. To help workplaces that need to move their scales, we include the GL-6000L in our library of industrial bench scales. The GL-6000L has a handle and an AC adapter. Some portable bench scales have wheels and rechargeable batteries, ensuring you can conveniently move them from place to place. So, if you need a bench scale with maximum portability, take your time and look for these attributes.