What size weighing platform do I need?

There are different types of scales for on or in the floor, each with its own application:

• Floor scale: placed on the floor. You can stack crates on it or place a pallet on it with a forklift.
• Low-profile scale: features a ramp, so you can drive a trolley or pallet truck straight onto it.
• Pit-mounted scale: a floor scale built into the floor, so you can drive straight over it.
• Wheel weighing platforms: special platforms for weighing vehicles such as cars and trailers. These allow you to determine not only the total weight, but also which wheel carries the most weight.

Which type suits you best depends on what you weigh and how you get it onto the scale.

Yes, it can. A floor scale can be placed on the floor, but it can also be built into the floor. A hole is cut into the floor and a pit frame is installed in it. The scale is then placed in that frame.

The result is a level floor with no step or ramp. This means you can drive straight over it with a trolley or pallet truck to weigh something.

Would you rather not build into the floor? Then a low-profile scale is a good alternative. It features a ramp, so you can also drive onto it with a trolley or pallet truck. Which solution suits you best depends on your space and how often you weigh.