Agriculture is an industry where precision and accuracy play crucial roles in ensuring quality and profitability. One of the critical aspects of agricultural operations is the accurate weighing of crops and animals. Advanced weighing solutions help determine the yield and assist in various stages of farming, from seeding to harvesting, from feeding to selling.
At Meltrons, we understand the importance of reliable and efficient weighing systems in agriculture.
9 Types of Weighing Systems Essential for Agriculture
1. Platform Scales
Platform scales are versatile and robust, ideal for weighing a wide range of agricultural products. Whether it's small-scale farmers or large agricultural operations, these scales offer precision and can handle heavy loads. Some key features include:
- High weight capacity
- Durability for outdoor use
- Easy to clean and maintain
2. Crane and Hanging Scales
Crane and hanging scales are essential for weighing large, bulky items such as harvested grains or bales of hay. They offer high precision and can handle heavy weights, making them ideal for use in the agricultural sector. They are also perfect for irregularly shaped crops and goods. They are known for:
- High capacity and durability
- Portability and ease of use
- Advanced features like wireless operation
3. Cattle Crush Weighing Scales
Cattle crush weighing scales are designed specifically for livestock management. They provide an accurate and efficient way to weigh cattle, making tracking their growth and health easier. These scales offer:
- Non-slip flooring for the safety of animals
- Easy access for loading and unloading
- Durability to withstand the weight and movement of animals
- Precision in weight measurement
4. Sheep Feeder Weighing Scales
Sheep feeder weighing scales are designed for daily weight monitoring of sheep as well as the food and other nutrients these animals take in. They can also be used to weigh other small livestock, such as pigs and goats. Their features include:
- Portability and ease of use
- High precision in weight measurement
- Durability for outdoor use
- Unique features like remote displays and wireless operation
- Accuracy in repetitive tasks
5. Bench Scales
Bench scales are smaller in size and suitable for weighing harvested fruits, vegetables or small grain batches. They are ideal for small-scale farmers and have features like:
- Compact design for easy storage
- High precision in weight measurement
- Portability and ease of use
- Easy to move and store
6. Onboard Weighing Systems
Mounted directly on harvesting equipment, onboard weighing systems provide real-time weight data. This allows for efficient and accurate yield measurement during harvesting. Benefits include:
- Real-time data collection
- Wireless operation
- Durability to withstand harsh outdoor conditions
- Efficiency in harvesting
- Reduction in time and labour costs
7. Pallet Scales
Ideal for weighing pallets loaded with agricultural produce, pallet scales offer high capacity and durability. They are also portable, making moving them around a warehouse or storage facility easy. These scales are known for:
- Large and heavy load weight capacity
- Durability and robustness for frequent use
- Easy to move and store
- Ease of loading and unloading
8. Grain and Silo Scales
Designed explicitly for grain producers, these scales are used to measure the weight of grains stored in silos or bins. Grain and silo scales offer high precision and can handle heavy weights, making them perfect for large-scale grain storage facilities. Their features include:
- High capacity for handling bulk grain
- Durability for outdoor use and harsh conditions
- Wireless operation capabilities
- Compatibility with different cart types
9. Mother Bin Weighing Scales
Mother bin weighing scales are used to measure the weight of grains being transferred from field bins to mother bins on large-scale farms. They offer high capacity and precision, making them essential for the efficient management of grain operations. These scales provide:
- High weight capacity for heavy loads
- Durability for outdoor use
- Wireless data transmission capabilities
- Low-profile design for easy installation
- High accuracy in grain weighing
