One challenge that many manufacturers in various industries must face is the requirement to count a wide variety of small parts. Small parts are tedious and impossible to hand count in an industrial setting without human error, which is why more efficient methods are available. No matter the industry, small parts are needed. Small parts … Continued
The first time that a Universal Product Code (UPC) barcode was scanned was in 1973 for a pack of Wrigley’s chewing gum. From there, the UPC would go on to dominate the shipping, logistics, grocery, and retail industries, among many more. Today, there are newer and more advanced versions of the barcode that permit greater … Continued
When load cells start to malfunction, they can prove to be a nuisance to the managers and operators in charge of them. They serve as the backbone for industrial scales, providing accurate measurements no matter the circumstances. When they can’t provide that accuracy, then it can affect the business. That’s why it’s vital that you … Continued
In this day and age, where time is money and fuel costs are sky-high, it is more important than ever to provide luggage-weighing equipment that is dependable and able to withstand the heavy usage that comes with the territory. Every day, millions of travelers will stop at your check-in counter and hurl their luggage onto … Continued
Load Cell Accuracy: 5 Factors Affecting Load Cell Precision In the precision-demanding world of industrial metrology, understanding and ensuring the accuracy of your load cell system is paramount. The load cell often is the cornerstone of weight measurement, and is crucial across various sectors, from manufacturing to logistics. Fortunately, with Arlyn Scales, you aren’t alone. … Continued
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing an Arlyn Scale for your parts counting needs. The Arlyn MKE-5 Digital Indicator – Series 8200 – Parts Counting Manual is meant as a supplement to the regular instruction manual. If this is your first time using parts counting with this scale, we suggest that you proceed with the section … Continued
In common terminology, a load cell is a device which converts a weight into an electrical signal. A more technical term would be a type of force transducer. In the broadest sense, a transducer converts energy from one format into another. Ideally, the transfer happens through the base of the load cell as force is … Continued
Weight measurement is critical in many areas of industry, health care, and research. Within the manufacturing industry, the product is often purchased by weight. The manufacturer needs to make sure that they are providing the correct amount of material. They also need to make sure that they know the shipping weight, both in terms of … Continued
Weighing applications are present in almost every industry. Load cells and scales are the predominant solution for these applications. What is a Load Cell? The term “load cell” is often used in the discussion of industrial scales or similar weighing devices. In the simplest sense, a load cell is a force transducer. A transducer is … Continued
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