Bag filling scales are available with a mechanical weighing mechanism or a digital weighing mechanism. Mechanical Bagging Scales Mechanical scales have a counterbalance weight system. Certified counterweights (i.e. 1, 2, or 5 lb.) are hung on the scale. A smaller weight on a slide bar (much like the old doctor’s scale) or a threaded rod is used for fine adjustment... Read more
Month: August 2018
Gross Weigh vs Net Weigh Bagging Scales
There are two types of bagging scales based on how the product is weighed: gross weigh scales and net weigh scales. Gross Weigh Bagging Scales With gross weigh scales, the bag is hung on the scale spout and the bag weight is zeroed out. As the product is added to the bag, the bag is weighed. When the desired weight... Read more