{"id":167802,"date":"2026-03-19T12:00:04","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T11:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essmann.com\/hubwagen-mit-waage-wie-mobile-wiegetechnik-die-intralogistik-effizienter-macht\/"},"modified":"2026-03-19T12:07:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T11:07:38","slug":"hubwagen-mit-waage-wie-mobile-wiegetechnik-die-intralogistik-effizienter-macht","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/hubwagen-mit-waage-wie-mobile-wiegetechnik-die-intralogistik-effizienter-macht\/","title":{"rendered":"Pallet truck with scales: How mobile weighing technology makes intralogistics more efficient"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">In intralogistics, it is often not the big investment that makes the difference, but the right detail. Moving pallets of goods several times in order to weigh them separately wastes time, creates unnecessary distances and opens up sources of error. This is exactly where pallet trucks with integrated scales come in, combining transportation and weight determination in a single operation.  <\/p>\n\n<p>The benefits are pragmatic: fewer process steps, improved transparency and greater security in the internal movement of goods.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a pallet truck scale?<\/h2>\n\n<p>A pallet truck with scales, also known as a <strong>weighing pallet truck<\/strong>, is a hand or electric pallet truck with <strong>load cells integrated<\/strong> into its forks. These record the weight of the pallet or pallet cage picked up directly when it is lifted. A weighing terminal with display shows the result immediately, often supplemented by functions such as tare, totalizing memory or data output.  <\/p>\n\n<p>Technically, the device is based on the classic pallet truck:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Two forks for driving under the pallet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hydraulics for lifting and lowering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drawbar for maneuvering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>The difference lies inside: Several load cells record the load distribution and transmit the measured values to the evaluation unit. Power is usually supplied via rechargeable batteries. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-48d34eafa0d28b83e90a16584c0c2f59\"><strong>Important for practice<\/strong>: Correct handling<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has-contrast-2-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c39db1345386275c8eee58f909a9320a\">Weighing pallet trucks are <strong>precise measuring devices<\/strong>. They are designed for level, solid surfaces. With the exception of special oil pressure scales, permanent use on ramps or as a pure transport device is <strong>not<\/strong> designed for hard continuous use as a pure transport pallet truck and permanent ramp operation. <strong>In practice, the most common source of error is non-utility use:<\/strong> If the weighing pallet truck is used permanently as a pure transport pallet truck, not only the <strong>measuring accuracy<\/strong> <strong>suffers<\/strong>, but also the <strong>service life<\/strong> of the load cells and the mechanics.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.essmann-shop.com\/kern-vhb-2t1\/60ks00894\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"975\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kern_vhb_hubwagen_waage.jpg\" alt=\"Pallet truck with integrated weighing system\" class=\"wp-image-167792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kern_vhb_hubwagen_waage.jpg 900w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kern_vhb_hubwagen_waage-277x300.jpg 277w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/kern_vhb_hubwagen_waage-768x832.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discover the efficient KERN VHB 2T pallet truck in the ESSMANN scales store.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why weighing directly on the pallet truck improves processes<\/h2>\n\n<p>In many companies, weighing is organizationally separated from transport. Pallets are picked up, moved, set down, picked up again and weighed. Each of these steps takes time and increases the likelihood of errors.  <\/p>\n\n<p>A pallet truck with scales reduces this complexity:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Weight determination directly at the point of origin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No additional trips to the stationary scales<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Immediate weight check for incoming goods, order picking or shipping<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>This creates measurable benefits, especially for frequently changing items or small batches.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Typical areas of application in industry and logistics<\/h2>\n\n<p>Lift trucks with scales are used wherever weights are required on a regular basis but no fixed scales can be integrated:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Incoming goods inspection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shipping and truck loading<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Production logistics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stock and inventory processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checkweighing in quality management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>In practice, they do not replace calibrated truck scales &#8211; but they do close a crucial gap between transportation and information.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.essmann-shop.com\/hubwagen-mit-waage-dini-tpwi-pro-ex-serie-in-2-varianten-erhaeltlich-waegeflaeche-1150-x-550mm\/60da01727-vater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"975\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/dini_tpwi-pro-ex2d_hubwaagen_waage.jpg\" alt=\"Industrial scales with explosion protection feature\" class=\"wp-image-167793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/dini_tpwi-pro-ex2d_hubwaagen_waage.jpg 900w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/dini_tpwi-pro-ex2d_hubwaagen_waage-277x300.jpg 277w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/dini_tpwi-pro-ex2d_hubwaagen_waage-768x832.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Find the advanced Dini TPWI-PRO scales in the Essmann scales store. Perfect for   <span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"arrow-up-right-from-square\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-up-right-from-square \" role=\"img\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M320 0c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32l82.7 0-201.4 201.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L448 109.3 448 192c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32l0-160c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32L320 0zM80 96C35.8 96 0 131.8 0 176L0 432c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80l256 0c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80l0-80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32l0 80c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16L80 448c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-256c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l80 0c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32L80 96z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/explosionsgeschuetzte-waagen-atex-wenn-wiegen-zur-sicherheitsfrage-wird\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"142972\"><strong>explosive environments<\/strong><\/a> suitable.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages of a pallet truck with scales at a glance<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mobile scales &#8211; can be used anywhere in the company<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weighing directly when lifting pallets or pallet cages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No need for additional measuring stations in many processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intuitive operation, even for changing personnel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Different weighing functions (tare, totalizing, counting functions depending on model)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced process times and lower error rate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hand pallet truck or electric pallet truck with scales?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Which design makes sense depends heavily on the application profile:<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hand pallet truck with scales<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compact, maneuverable and cost-efficient<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ideal for shorter distances and moderate loads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less maintenance required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electric pallet truck with scales<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For higher weights and longer transport distances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relief for staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Higher investment, but higher throughput<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Alternatively, existing forklift trucks or electric pallet trucks can be equipped with <strong>weighing forks<\/strong> &#8211; a solution if industrial trucks are already in use.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Measuring accuracy: what really matters<\/h2>\n\n<p>Not every weight indicator is automatically suitable for every purpose. The decisive factors are <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quality and position of the load cells<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat accuracy with changing load distribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Possibility of adjustment and calibration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>For billing-relevant transactions, a  <span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"arrow-up-right-from-square\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-up-right-from-square \" role=\"img\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M320 0c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32l82.7 0-201.4 201.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L448 109.3 448 192c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32l0-160c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32L320 0zM80 96C35.8 96 0 131.8 0 176L0 432c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80l256 0c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80l0-80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32l0 80c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16L80 448c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-256c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l80 0c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32L80 96z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/waagen-eichung\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Calibration<\/a><\/strong> required. A calibration certificate is often sufficient for internal <a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/dakks-kalibrierung\/\"><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"arrow-up-right-from-square\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-up-right-from-square \" role=\"img\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M320 0c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32l82.7 0-201.4 201.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L448 109.3 448 192c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32l0-160c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32L320 0zM80 96C35.8 96 0 131.8 0 176L0 432c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80l256 0c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80l0-80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32l0 80c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16L80 448c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-256c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l80 0c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32L80 96z\"><comment><\/comment><\/path><\/svg><\/span><strong>calibration certificate<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; The decisive factor is what the data is used for. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.essmann-shop.com\/ravas-5200-f-li-geeicht-lieferbarer-hubwagen-mit-waage-hoechstlast-200-500-2000-kg-ablesbarkeit-0-2-0-5-1-0-kg\/60rv00212\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"975\" src=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ravas-5200_f-l_hubwagen_waage.jpg\" alt=\"Red pallet truck with scales\" class=\"wp-image-167794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ravas-5200_f-l_hubwagen_waage.jpg 900w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ravas-5200_f-l_hubwagen_waage-277x300.jpg 277w, https:\/\/essmann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/ravas-5200_f-l_hubwagen_waage-768x832.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Discover the RAVAS-5200 F-Li pallet truck with integrated scales.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful accessories for weighing pallet trucks<\/h2>\n\n<p>Depending on the process, pallet trucks with scales can be functionally extended:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Thermal printer<\/strong> for direct documentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multi-range displays<\/strong> for different weight units<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Calibration<\/strong> for legally compliant applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adjustment\/calibration certificates<\/strong> for quality management and audits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bluetooth or WLAN<\/strong> for data transfer to IT systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Powerful battery packs<\/strong> for long operating times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Small investment, noticeable effect<\/h2>\n\n<p>A pallet truck with scales is a tool with a direct impact on efficiency, transparency and safety. Recording weight data where it is generated reduces process steps and creates reliable information for logistics, production and quality assurance. <\/p>\n\n<p>For many companies, it is therefore one of the most economical additions to intralogistics.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>We are scale manufacturers &#8211; we are happy to advise you<\/strong><br\/>If you would like to clarify which version suits your processes &#8211; hand pallet truck, electric version or weighing fork &#8211; a brief technical consultation is worthwhile. Especially when it comes to accuracy requirements and interfaces to IT, the right design determines the benefits in everyday use.  Of course, we also service, calibrate and repair weighing pallet trucks: Contact our  <span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"arrow-up-right-from-square\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-arrow-up-right-from-square \" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M320 0c-17.7 0-32 14.3-32 32s14.3 32 32 32l82.7 0-201.4 201.4c-12.5 12.5-12.5 32.8 0 45.3s32.8 12.5 45.3 0L448 109.3 448 192c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32s32-14.3 32-32l0-160c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32L320 0zM80 96C35.8 96 0 131.8 0 176L0 432c0 44.2 35.8 80 80 80l256 0c44.2 0 80-35.8 80-80l0-80c0-17.7-14.3-32-32-32s-32 14.3-32 32l0 80c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16L80 448c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-256c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l80 0c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32s-14.3-32-32-32L80 96z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/essmann.com\/en\/contact-essmann-service\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"29508\">Service team<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\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\/sales-contact\/\">Request advice<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In intralogistics, it is often not the big investment that makes the difference, but the right detail. 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