Industrial scales in the transport industry: Avoid overloading
Choosing the right mobile axle load scale is critical for fleet management to increase efficiency, reduce operating costs and ensure regulatory compliance. Read More
U-Shaped Pallet Scales for Euro Pallets: Fast, Certified and Built for Logistics
Pallet weighing scales – whether U-shaped, platform-based or integrated in hand pallet trucks – are essential tools in modern logistics and warehousing. Read More
How to reduce your logistics costs by using modern weighing systems
One of the biggest hurdles in logistics is accurate weight recording, as inaccurate measurements can lead to significant consequences, such as excessive freight costs, inefficient use of storage space, delayed deliveries, and even fines for regulatory violations. Read More
What Is the Difference Between a Balance and a Scale?
Although people often use the terms balance and scale interchangeably, they refer to two different types of weighing instruments with distinct measurement principles. Read More
What is OIML?
OIML is dedicated to harmonizing and standardizing measurement techniques at an international level. Its main task is to develop recommendations and guidelines that serve as a benchmark for the design of national and international measurement standards. Read More
Understanding Metrology: The Science of Measurement and Its Global Significance
In 2025, World Metrology Day marks the 150th anniversary of the Metre Convention. The motto is "Measurements for all times, for all people." Read More
Calibrating industrial scales – A guide to accurate measurements
In practice, industrial scales should be calibrated at least once a year. Read More
Understanding Accuracy Classes in Legal Metrology – EU Directive 2014/31
For a scale to be assigned to a specific accuracy class, it must meet certain criteria. Read More
Everything you need to know about scales: verification and regulation
A verified scale is a non-automatic weighing instrument that has been subjected to verification and that complies with the legal requirements (in particular EU Directive 2014/31, EU Directive 2014/32 – also known as MID) in legal metrology, as well as being subject to regular inspection by the Weights and Measures Office. Read More
Women Who Weigh In: Voices from the Industrial Sector
This International Women’s Day, we are amplifying the voices of women who are shaping the industrial sector. From leadership roles to technical positions, they share their experiences, insights, and messages for the next generation of women in the field. Read More