The Different Types of Floor Scales
Floor scales are needed in every
industry; they are an important feature in many businesses when it comes to
checking weights whether it's a big or small company. For instance, shops,
warehouses, healthcare facilities, moving companies or courier offices are some
of the business that all use floor scales daily as an integral function. Floor
scales are used to weigh bulky items as well as weighing people in the
healthcare sector. Scales can be fitted in various ways: pole, free standing,
or wall are some options that can fit the needs of your business. Floor scales enable
the user to come up with correct information by providing accurate and exact
measurement. At the All Scale shop we have plenty of floor scales to suit your needs.
Each type of floor scale has its
specific use and place. They come in
small and large sizes, the smaller ones are commonly used at homes for keeping
track of how much people weigh. However, larger scales are used exclusively for
businesses and there are even larger ones that are primarily seen in industrial
settings. With the invention of digital scales, they have revolutionized the
process of weighing in business across the global because they are used to
weigh items of all weight, size and shapes.
Here is a list of floor scales and how
they are optimized in their settings.
Healthcare
For healthcare, there are different
types of floor scales that are suitable for this industry. Commonly used is the
classic dial type which often comes in different sizes and colors; it is used
mostly to weigh patients or person. The classic dial is lightweight floor scale.
Another type of scale is the flat digital scales. These digital scales are
heavier that the classic dial and run on batteries, despite this they remain
portable. Not only does it run on batteries, it has the option to run through
the main power supply and the digital display can be mounted on the wall, which
allows the scales to remain portable.
Warehouse
In many warehouses, you will find in
use a low profile floor scale. These are often digital scales that have one
stainless bench with their indicator pod mounted on the wall, making the
process of weighing in the warehouses simple. The net weight can be displayed
in pounds or kilograms and will remain on for a few minutes after the item is
removed to write down the correct weight. One of the impressive functions of
this type of floor scales is the ability to switch off itself after long
periods of inactivity in order to prolong its battery life.
Parcel
Parcel weighing floor scales are
freestanding scales found in most courier companies. It has a greater capacity compared to classic dial or bench scales. It’s also an
energy saving scale because it automatically turns off when they are inactive.
This function makes it unique and economical as it will help you save on your electricity
bill. From small to bulky items weighing is easy and preformed accurately.
If
you need a new floor scale, there are chances to find
the right one at the All Scale Shop. For more information call them at 201-475-9184.