How Arlyn Scales Designs, Develops and Produces Rugged Industrial Grade Load Cells

Every time an object is placed on a scale platform to be weighed the scale must be able to accurately measure the weight of the object and communicate the weight reading to the scale’s indicator—where the weight reading can be viewed. How scales manage to measure the weight of objects and communicate weight readings to … Continued

How Scales Are Used in the Waste Industry

  Waste management companies and recycling facilities use industrial scales to keep track of large amounts of garbage and other items collected. Such organizations frequently charge clients based on the weight of waste gathered; therefore, accurate weight readings are necessary to ensure customers are billed correctly. Waste management companies often collect hazardous waste. For example, … Continued

Arlyn Scales and Accuracy Over Time: What to Know

Companies across a vast multitude of industries utilize industrial scales. Common uses for industrial scales include using them to help keep track of inventory and weighing items before sending, or after receiving, shipment. There are a number of highly regarded weighing technologies available to consumers today; however, the accuracy of the results they produce can … Continued

How Arlyn Scales Are Used in a University

  Many university laboratory and classroom settings require the presence of weighing devices capable of measuring a variety of objects and types of substances. In university-level physics classes, for example, students are oftentimes tasked with determining the exact measurement of weight or mass pertaining to various objects. And in university-level chemistry courses, students and professors … Continued

How to Make a Scale Purchase Decision That Fits Your Budget

If you’re in the market for a new industrial scale, you won’t have a problem finding a scale that has all of the features you require. And more often than not you will be able to find a scale that fits into your company’s budget. But how confident are you that you will be able … Continued

Best Warehouse Scales to Use

Many companies want to handle the entire process of the production and delivery of their products. It’s a great way to save money and it’s easier to keep an eye on what’s happening with their products as they are manufactured and then proceed to travel from maker to consumer. If your company has a warehouse, … Continued

How Scales Are Used to Safely Weigh Hazardous Chemicals

Facilities that must house and use hazardous or explosive chemicals often exhibit greater risk factors as well as a serious need to use equipment that is safe in these extreme environments.  Standard equipment used in manufacturing facilities, like a scale, can easily become a source of ignition, and in certain scenarios, they can cause serious … Continued

Scale Options Every Scale Owner Should Know About

Over the past 30 years, Arlyn Scales has worked hard to stay ahead of the competition.  We’ve learned that constant innovation is the only way to thrive in the scale industry.  Applications for industrial scales have grown immensely over the past 30 years as companies continuously look for ways to lower costs and increase efficiency. … Continued