To reduce overall costs when upgrading scales, the client can perform some of the work independently. For example, it is advisable to complete the modification of the load-receiving platform of the scales, build up the support pedestals and replace the covering flooring on your own. Our designers will provide design documentation, which will reflect all the necessary work.
Quite often situations arise when, when weighing a truck with a semi-trailer or a car with a trailer, the length of the platform is insufficient. Of course, you can weigh cars “in parts” and add up the results, but in this case quite large weighing errors arise due to the tension of the coupling between the trailer and the tractor. Drivers can also specifically position the vehicle to increase or decrease its weight when weighed. To avoid such situations, it is necessary to weigh the vehicle completely.
The specialists of our company are upgrading the load-receiving platform of the scales by increasing its length. First, the soil is removed, a foundation is built for an additional platform, which is connected to the main one using a movable docking unit.
Please note that it is advisable to increase the length of the platform if the client can perform the bulk of the work on his own without the involvement of contractors. Otherwise, the cost of a turnkey upgrade may exceed the cost of a new truck scale with a similar platform and the highest weighing limit. Therefore, we recommend comparing prices for new vehicle scales and custom upgrades.