WEIGHBRIDGES
Global Scales provides robust weighbridges and automation solutions designed to meet the demanding needs of the cement, construction, mining, and logistics industry. From weighbridges and bench scales to heavy-duty floor scales our products ensure precise measurement and efficient material handling.
Built for durability in harsh environments, our solutions deliver accuracy and reliability from raw material intake to final product distribution. Mettler Toledo-Powered Weighbridge Portfolio. This unified page highlights Robust Steel Decks, Concrete Decks, Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) systems, Portable configurations, and RFID vehicle automation systems.
WEIGHBRIDGES
Global Scales provides durable weighbridges designed to handle the heavy trucks and bulk materials used in cement production. Weighbridges play a critical role in the cement industry by ensuring accurate measurement of raw materials, clinker, cement, and outbound deliveries. Reliable weighbridge systems help cement plants maintain precise inventory control, prevent material losses, and ensure compliance with regulatory and commercial requirements. Integrated with plant and logistics software, weighbridges enable real time monitoring, automated reporting, and seamless coordination between production, dispatch, and transport operations, supporting efficiency, transparency, and cost control across cement manufacturing and distribution.
Industrial Vehicle Weighbridges & Smart Automation Systems
Product Information
Product Portfolio: Global Scales Intelligent Weighbridge Series (Powered by Mettler Toledo Technology)
Configurations Available: Robust Steel Deck (VTS Series), Composite Concrete Deck (VTC Series), Weigh-In-Motion (WIM), and Transportable Vehicle Scales.
Automation Systems: IND9U Unattended Terminals, RFID Smart Identification, and DataBridge™ Management Software.
Core Sensor Network: POWERCELL® PDX® and GDD® Digital Rocker-Column Load Cells.
Target Verticals: Freight Logistics, Heavy Construction, Cement & Aggregates, Mining Ports, and Public Enforcement Checkpoints.
Description
If your weighbridge takes more than 90 seconds per truck, or if your drivers are constantly stepping out of the cab to shuffle paperwork, your operation is losing money. Move beyond basic weighing—welcome to complete vehicle gate automation.
At high-volume depots, quarries, and logistics hubs, the weighbridge isn’t just a scale; it’s the financial valve of your entire company. Leaving this gate vulnerable to manual data entry errors, material shrinkage, or slow transaction lines creates severe operational friction. In the GCC region, strict adherence to road safety mandates means a single overloaded axle can trigger SAR 900 to SAR 3,000 in immediate fines, destroying shipment margins before the truck even reaches its destination.
The Global Scales Intelligent Weighbridge Series offers an unyielding defense. Whether you choose our orthotropic steel deck for quick, high-impact deployment, our 10-inch thick composite concrete deck for extreme structural lifespans, or our Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) modules for continuous screening, you gain legal-for-trade precision that never drifts. By layering this hardware with RFID tracking and unattended driver kiosks, you completely eliminate manual processing. Watch your truck turnaround times plunge from 10 minutes down to under 90 seconds, shielding your business from fraud, fines, and operational downtime.
Product Parameters
This master platform supports a wide range of operational requirements, from fast temporary sites to high-throughput industrial entry gates:
| Weighbridge Configuration | Structural / Tech Style | Maximum Capacity | Axle Load / CLC Rating | Standard Dimensions | Target Environment |
| Robust Steel Deck (VTS) | Orthotropic closed-rib steel | 60 to 150 Tons | 100,000 lb (45,359 kg) | Lengths: 10 to 140 ft
Widths: 3 to 3.6 m | High-volume highway freight, scrap recycling, logistics hubs. |
| Concrete Deck (VTC) | 10″ Concrete + steel rebar core | 80 to 150 Tons | 120,000 lb (54,431 kg) | Lengths: 10 to 140 ft
Widths: 3 to 3.7 m | Corrosive environments, chemical plants, wet cement/aggregate processing. |
| Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) | Dynamic quartz/bending plates | Up to 40 Tons per axle | Dynamic Axle Standard | Installed directly into lane asphalt | Highway toll checkpoints, sorting yards, rapid pre-screening. |
| Portable / Transportable | Frame-mounted modular steel | 60 to 100 Tons | 80,000 lb (36,287 kg) | Modular 10 to 70 ft segments | Remote road construction, short-term mining exploration, temporary rental. |
| RFID Automation Hub | IND9U Unattended Terminal | N/A (Data Control) | N/A |
Product Features
Orthotropic Rib Deflection Resistance: Modeled after major structural highway bridges, our steel deck modules distribute extreme wheel loads evenly across the structure. Continuous automated welds prevent internal moisture collection, entirely stopping internal rust.
True Composite Concrete Engineering: The concrete deck layout integrates structural steel under-beams directly with the poured concrete matrix. This utilizes the immense compressive strength of concrete along tire paths, preventing sagging or fracturing under heavy use.
Under-90-Second RFID Automation: Long-range RFID reader antennas capture windshield tags or chassis cards several meters before entry. The gate barrier opens automatically, identifies the hauler, recalls historical tare weight records, and completes the transaction without the driver opening their door.
Junction-Box-Free Reliability: Powered by premium digital load cells, the scale eliminates analog junction boxes—the number-one source of weighbridge failure. Internal microprocessors constantly self-compensate for extreme desert heat shifts to prevent measurement drift.
StrikeShield™ 80,000A Lightning Defense: Features a built-in, independently tested lightning protection grid that routes high-voltage surges away from sensitive instruments, preventing catastrophic electronics burnouts.
Components of the Weighbridge System
The Deck Module Assembly: The physical driving surface, available in fully welded steel tread plate profiles or ready-to-pour composite concrete pans.
POWERCELL® Smart Sensors: Heavy-gauge, laser-welded stainless steel rocker-column sensors (IP68/IP69K rated) that provide unalterable digital weight data.
IND9U Unattended Kiosk: A driver-facing, sunlight-readable thermal printer terminal containing an integrated intercom, barcode reader, and RFID sensor.
DataBridge™ Scale Management Software: The software control deck that connects directly to corporate ERP environments (SAP, Oracle) to instantly log transaction histories, flag weight curve anomalies, and issue digital receipts.
Traffic Control Subsystems: Fully integrated automated boom gates, red/green traffic lights, and position-checking infrared sensors that ensure the truck is completely on the platform before weighing.
Product Specifications
Metrological Approvals: OIML R76 Class III Certified, NTEP Legal-for-Trade approved up to 10,000 divisions ($n_{\max}$).
Sensor Enclosure Integrity: Hermetically sealed to IP68 (permanent submersion) and IP69K (high-pressure steam jet cleaning proof).
Signal Transmission: Insulated digital bus interface protected by anti-rodent stainless steel braided conduit shielding.
Anti-Corrosion Rating: Standard blasting up to ISO 8501-1 SA 2.5 with multi-coat epoxy primer and high-durability acrylic polyurethane finishes.
Foundation Options: Variable Footer, Full Concrete Slab, Shallow Pit (Flush mount), or Portable Steel Frame footers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the main difference between a steel deck and a concrete deck weighbridge?
Steel deck weighbridges are lighter, faster to install (often within a single day), and can be relocated if your site layout changes. Concrete decks require an on-site concrete pour and curing time, but they offer an incredibly long operational life, require less maintenance, and handle highly corrosive materials or wet environments much better.
Can our trucks be weighed while moving, or do they have to stop?
For standard invoice-grade, legal-for-trade transactions, trucks must come to a brief stop on a static steel or concrete deck. However, if your goal is rapid screening to prevent overloading fines or sort high traffic flows, our Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) systems capture individual axle weights dynamically as vehicles roll over the sensors at low speeds.
How does the RFID system prevent scale fraud and weight manipulation?
The system utilizes position-checking infrared sensors at both ends of the scale deck to confirm the vehicle’s tires are completely on the platform. The automated system will refuse to capture a weight if a truck is hanging off the edge or if a second vehicle is riding the scale bumper. Additionally, the RFID system matches the unique tag to historical truck data, instantly flagging weight discrepancies.
Do we need a dedicated scale house operator to run the system?
Not with our unattended automation upgrades. By pairing the weighbridge with an IND9U driver kiosk and DataBridge™ software, the entire process is self-service. The driver uses the RFID card, checks the touch screen, weights are automatically logged to your ERP system, and a receipt is either printed on-site or emailed directly to the logistics office.
What happens to the scale during extreme weather and lightning storms?
Our scales are engineered specifically for challenging industrial and desert climates. The digital load cells have built-in temperature compensation to prevent measurement drift up to +65°C. For storm protection, the integrated StrikeShield™ system safely absorbs and grounds electrical spikes up to 80,000 Amperes, protecting your components from power surges.
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