IN MOTION RAIL SCALE SUPPLIER
IN RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
Maximize Your Rail Throughput With Weigh in Motion Scale
Transform your logistics with dynamic rail weighing that captures high-accuracy data without bringing your operations to a halt. Eliminate costly bottlenecks, prevent overloading penalties, and keep your supply chain moving at the speed of business.
in motion Rail Scales
Global Scales offers reliable in-motion rail scales designed to accurately weigh bulk materials transported by rail in mining operations. Built for heavy loads and harsh conditions, these systems ensure precise measurement of wagons without disrupting workflow. Strong, efficient, and accurate, our rail scales support better resource management and cost control.
In-motion rail scales enable accurate wagon weighing without stopping trains, improving efficiency, throughput, and cost control.
In heavy industry, every minute a train spends idle is capital bleeding from your bottom line. Traditional static weighing forces you to uncouple wagons and halt traffic, crippling operational efficiency.
As the GCC’s premier strategic partner for industrial weighing, marking, coding, and calibration, Global Scales and System (GSS) delivers a smarter way to manage bulk logistics. Our In-Motion Rail Scales seamlessly integrate into your existing track infrastructure, automatically weighing individual wagons and full train consists at transit speeds. Whether you are handling petrochemicals, aggregates, or mining commodities, we engineer solutions that protect your assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and instantly boost your daily loading capacity. Partner with GSS for end-to-end industrial solutions that don’t just measure your materials—they scale your profitability.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Description
The GSS In-Motion Rail Scale (Weigh-in-Motion) is an advanced dynamic weighing system engineered for high-volume rail logistics. Designed to withstand the intense thermal and environmental demands of the GCC region, this system captures highly accurate axle, bogie, and total wagon weights while the train is in continuous motion.
By eliminating the need to stop, position, and uncouple wagons, our in-motion scales reduce weighing time by up to 80%. The intelligent digitizers and software instantly flag eccentric loading, preventing derailments and infrastructure damage. Backed by GSS’s comprehensive calibration and support network across the Middle East, this system acts as the ultimate gatekeeper for your inventory—securing your revenues and safeguarding your tracks without interrupting your workflow.
PRODUCT PARAMETERS
Weighing Mode: Dynamic (In-Motion) / Bi-directional weighing
Operating Speed Range: 3 km/h to 30 km/h (depending on accuracy requirements)
Accuracy Class (OIML R 106): Class 0.2, 0.5, or 1 (Speed-dependent)
Maximum Capacity per Wagon: Up to 200 Metric Tons
Safe Overload Limit: 150% of Full Scale
Track Gauge: Standard (1435 mm) or custom gauges available
Protection Rating: IP68 (Sensors and Load Cells) / IP66 (Enclosures)
Data Integration: Ethernet, RS232/RS485, Modbus, direct ERP/SCADA integration
PRODUCT FEATURES
Zero-Stop Efficiency: Weigh entire trains in minutes, drastically reducing locomotive fuel consumption and labor costs associated with shunting.
Unmatched GCC Durability: Fully hermetically sealed IP68 sensors and ruggedized components engineered for extreme desert temperatures, sand, and heavy industrial environments.
Imbalance & Overload Detection: Automatically identifies uneven load distribution (left/right, front/back) to prevent derailments and avoid severe railway network penalties.
Seamless ERP Integration: Automated data transfer directly to your management software. No manual data entry, no human error, zero lost revenues.
Pitless & Shallow Pit Options: Minimizes track downtime during installation and significantly reduces civil engineering costs.
Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI): RFID integration automatically matches wagon ID tags with the corresponding weight data in real-time.
COMPONENTS OF MACHINES
High-Precision Strain Gauge Rail Sensors / Load Cells: The bedrock of the system. Specially designed transducers clamped directly to the rail or integrated into a sleeper, converting mechanical force into pristine digital signals.
Track Switches & Wheel Sensors: Precision magnetic or mechanical sensors that detect train direction, speed, and axle count, ensuring accurate isolation of individual wagons.
Data Acquisition & Processing Unit: A high-speed digitizer that processes dynamic weight signals, filtering out mechanical vibrations and noise to calculate the exact weight in milliseconds.
Weighing Management Software: A user-friendly, PC-based or cloud-ready dashboard that generates customized reports, integrates with billing systems, and alerts operators to overloads.
RFID Readers & Antennas (Optional but Recommended): Automated scanning hardware that reads wagon tags as they pass, linking tare/gross weights to specific fleet assets instantly.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
| Specification Category | Technical Details |
| System Type | Dynamic Weigh-in-Motion (WIM) Rail Scale |
| Max Capacity (Per Axle) | 40 to 50 Tons |
| Max Capacity (Per Wagon) | Up to 200 Tons |
| Dynamic Accuracy (OIML) | ± 0.2% to ± 0.5% (Depending on train speed & track conditions) |
| Weighing Speed | 3 km/h up to 30 km/h (Non-weighing transit speed up to 60 km/h) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C (Optimized for GCC climate) |
| Power Supply | 110/220V AC (50/60Hz), Solar/UPS battery backup compatible |
| Data Output | RS-232, RS-485, TCP/IP (Ethernet), Modbus TCP |
| Installation Profile | Pitless / Track-mounted / Shallow sleeper replacement |
| Protection Class | Load Cells: IP68 (Submersible) / Junction Boxes: IP67 |
FAQ
Q: Do we need to halt our trains or uncouple wagons for accurate weighing? A: No. That is the primary ROI driver of our in-motion systems. Trains maintain a steady speed (typically between 3 to 15 km/h for the highest commercial accuracy), allowing you to weigh a 50-wagon consist in minutes rather than hours.
Q: Will extreme heat and sandstorms in the GCC affect the scale’s accuracy? A: No. Our sensors are hermetically sealed (IP68) and temperature-compensated specifically for harsh desert environments. Furthermore, GSS is your strategic calibration partner—we ensure your scales maintain pinpoint accuracy year-round, regardless of environmental extremes.
Q: Can this scale integrate with our existing logistics software and wagon RFID tags? A: Absolutely. GSS specializes in full-scale industrial integration. The system seamlessly pairs with trackside RFID readers to automatically assign gross and tare weights to specific wagons, instantly pushing that data to your ERP, SCADA, or billing software.
Q: How much track downtime is required for installation? A: Because we utilize track-mounted sensors and shallow-pit designs, civil works are kept to an absolute minimum. In most cases, installation can be completed within a few days, drastically reducing track closure times compared to traditional deep-pit weighbridges.
Q: Why choose GSS over standard equipment suppliers? A: GSS is not just a vendor; we are your strategic partner across the GCC. We provide holistic industrial solutions encompassing heavy-duty weighing, cutting-edge marking and coding, and certified calibration. We design systems to solve your specific workflow bottlenecks, ensuring maximum uptime and guaranteed regulatory compliance.
Contact Global Scales for reliable in-motion rail scales designed to accurately weigh bulk materials transported by rail in mining operations.
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