{"id":49060,"date":"2023-04-27T09:11:32","date_gmt":"2023-04-27T07:11:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essmann.com\/scale-modernization\/"},"modified":"2024-07-30T15:46:55","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T13:46:55","slug":"scale-modernization","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/scale-modernization\/","title":{"rendered":"Scale modernization"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8fe510c5\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-fcc0f283\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-18445106\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-18445106\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full right-border img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/20240418_ZAS_MHKW_Darmstadt_Eichung_0127.jpg\" alt=\"ESSMANN driver self-service columns\" class=\"wp-image-31587\" 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data-skip-lazy\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_lager_nachher_sas_0299.jpg\" alt=\"Neues Lager mit W\u00e4gezelle wird montiert\">\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"bafg-slider-info-wraper\">\n\t\t<div style=\"\" class=\"slider-info-34399 bafg-slider-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"bafg-slider-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\tVorher\/Nachher: Es werden nur notwendige Komponenten ausgetauscht\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<style type=\"text\/css\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/style>\n\t\t\t\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-3134f121\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3134f121\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-038af88d gb-headline-text\">We modernize your industrial scales<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-faaf52f3\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 36.7 3\"><path d=\"M0 0h36.7v3H0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Modernization improves the quality of your existing weighing system.\nInstead of just repairing it, obsolete parts are replaced with modern components and your scale is practically upgraded.\nWe only replace what is necessary to keep your scale reliable for a long time to come.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are various measures that can be taken when modernizing a scale.\nIn the case of a truck scale, for example, this could include installing new weighbridges in existing foundation pits, replacing the bearings, retrofitting software for <a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/essmann-self-service-terminals\/\"><strong>self-service solutions<\/strong><\/a> solutions for drivers or the integration of additional components for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/essmann-license-plate-recognition\/\">monitoring of the truck scales<\/a><\/strong> truck scales. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The use of modern load cells and weighing terminals with digital display and interfaces for your applications can also be part of the modernization.\nInstalling new technology reduces the susceptibility of your scales to malfunctions, ensuring reliable operation. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e06db0fd\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-3b183dc5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-74322eeb\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-74322eeb\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-4a2269c5\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-1d91d7de gb-button-text button\" href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/contact-essmann-service\/\">Arrange an appraisal<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ae717b25\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-09f192c2\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-4e6f1514\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4e6f1514\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9008846 gb-headline-text\">Advantages and limitations of scale modernization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a044bd35\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 36.7 3\"><path d=\"M0 0h36.7v3H0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The modernization of truck scales, for example, is an important step towards improving the efficiency and accuracy of weight measurements.\nHere are some of the benefits and limitations of such modernization: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Advantages of modernizing truck scales:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Improved accuracy:<\/strong> Modernized scales use advanced materials and technologies that provide greater measurement accuracy.\nThis can help reduce errors and improve the reliability of weight data. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increased efficiency<\/strong>: By automating the weighing process, modernized scales can reduce the time it takes to weigh a vehicle.\nThis can help to increase throughput and reduce operating costs. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better data integration:<\/strong> Modern scales can often be easily integrated into existing IT systems, allowing for better tracking and reporting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Limits to the modernization of truck scales:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High initial investment:<\/strong> Modernizing truck scales can require significant initial investment.\nThis can be a challenge for smaller companies in particular.\nIt is important to weigh up whether the purchase of a new scale would be a more sensible investment in the long term.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technical challenges:<\/strong> Integrating modernized scales into existing IT systems can be technically challenging and can involve considerable effort.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintenance and repairs:<\/strong> Modernized scales may be more complex due to various adaptations to today&#8217;s requirements and may require specialized maintenance and repairs, which can lead to higher operating costs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>In summary, the modernization of truck scales can offer many benefits, but it also presents some challenges.\nIt is important to weigh up these factors carefully before making a decision.\nWe will be happy to help you make a sustainable decision with a consultation.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c93c065b\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 36.7 3\"><path d=\"M0 0h36.7v3H0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2ad3e392\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-48bf0f99\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-278a0c12\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-278a0c12\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-5adff224\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-88816b6a gb-button-text button\" href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/contact-the-essmann-sales-department\/\">Contact the sales department<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240528_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0082.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"667\" height=\"1000\" data-id=\"34466\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240528_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0082.jpg\" alt=\"View from the substructure of an underfloor truck scale of a self-aligning bearing with load cell in need of modernization.&#10;Many of the mounting components of the load cells are rusty. \" class=\"wp-image-34466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240528_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0082.jpg 667w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240528_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0082-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Assessment of the components: During preparation, all components are checked and it is determined which should actually be replaced.  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0129-1024x682.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"34384\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0129-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Behind a construction site barrier, a service technician in ESSMANN work clothing can be seen kneeling in the background.&#10;Behind him you can see a factory as a backdrop. \" class=\"wp-image-34384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0129-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0129-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0129-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0129.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The scales will be closed on the day of the repair work<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0169-1024x682.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"34464\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0169-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"A forklift uses a magnet to lift the metal cover onto the truck scales and a factory worker and our service technician insert the plate.\" class=\"wp-image-34464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0169-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0169-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0169-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sas_0169.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hand in hand with the factory team: scale construction is teamwork<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0256-1024x682.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"34375\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0256-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Replacement only where necessary\" class=\"wp-image-34375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0256-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0256-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0256-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/20240528_mercer_he-sfk_sas_0256.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Replacement only where necessary<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sfk_sas_0018-683x1024.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"34462\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sfk_sas_0018-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"View of a modernized load cell in an existing scale\" class=\"wp-image-34462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sfk_sas_0018-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sfk_sas_0018-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sfk_sas_0018-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_modernisierung_unterflurwaage_sfk_sas_0018.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Our service technician replaced the bearing with load cell and reattached it.  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_mercer_instandsetzer_sas_0021-1024x682.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"34465\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_mercer_instandsetzer_sas_0021-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Service technician affixes repairer seal to terminal box\" class=\"wp-image-34465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_mercer_instandsetzer_sas_0021-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_mercer_instandsetzer_sas_0021-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_mercer_instandsetzer_sas_0021-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/20240531_mercer_instandsetzer_sas_0021.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">After modernization, the ESSMANN service technician affixes the repair seal to the terminal box.\nThe scales can now be used again immediately until recalibration. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c7441700\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-75ca995e\">\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-2d16e48c\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-97ba9876 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