Industrial scales for warehouse, production & shipping
Reliable in everyday use – for goods receipt, shipping, inventory & quality approval
A good weighing result is sometimes just a number. In practice, however, it is often the starting point for goods receipt, shipping, inventory or quality approval.
Our industrial scales (also: industrial scale, industrial weighing scale, scales for industry) are built to work reliably in everyday use – despite recurring loads, harsh environments and changing operators.
Bench Scale CAS SW-II-6
Stainless steel design, backlit LCD display and smooth surfaces for quick cleaning. Piece counting and checkweighing with limit values. For production, quality control and inventory.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 3/6 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 1/2 |
| Weighing surface | 226 x 187 mm |
Bench Scale CAS SW-II-30
Stainless steel design. Piece counting, checkweighing with limit values and hold function for unsteady weighing goods. For trade, food processing and production.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 15/30 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 5 / 10 |
| Weighing surface | 226 x 187 mm |
Bench Scale CAS SW-II-3
Stainless steel weighing plate and backlit LCD display. Piece counting, checkweighing with limit values and hold function for unsteady weighing goods. For retail, food processing and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 1,5/3 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 0,5/1 |
| Weighing surface | 226 x 187 mm |
Platform Scale CAS DB-II
Stainless steel weighing plate with IP43 protection, battery operation for mains-independent weighing and backlit LCD display. Piece counting and hold function for unsteady weighed goods, data transfer via RS-232. For warehouse logistics, inventory and agriculture.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30/60 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 10 / 20 |
Bench Scale CAS SW-II-15
Stainless steel weighing plate and backlit LCD display. Hold function for unsteady weighing goods and battery operation for mains-independent weighing, interfaces for RS-232 optional. For retail, food processing and production.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 6/15 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 2 / 5 |
| Weighing surface | 226 x 187 mm |
Bench Scale Soehnle 9241.04.001
Stainless steel design with IP54 protection and easy-to-read display with large digits. Checkweighing with limit values, summing function and battery operation for mains-independent weighing. Suitable for retail, food processing and production.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 1 |
Counting Scale A&D HC-30Ki
Stainless steel weighing plate and 3-year manufacturer's warranty. Piece counting. Determination of quantities by weight. For trade, production and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 5 |
Platform Scale KERN DE 60K1DL
Stainless steel weighing plate with IP65 rating. Piece counting, percentage weighing and multi-component recipe weighing. For production, shipping and warehouse logistics.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30/60 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 1/2 |
Platform Scale KERN EOE 300K100XL
Painted steel construction. Summing function. Weighing of containers, cartons and containers. Areas of application: production, goods receipt and shipping.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 300 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 100 |
Bench Scale KERN FFN 3K0.5IPN
Stainless steel version with IP65 protection and backlit LCD display. Battery operation for mains-independent weighing. Areas of application: Retail, food processing and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 3 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 0,5 |
Platform Scale KERN EFC 60K-3L
Stainless steel design and battery operation for mains-independent weighing. Connection via RS-232. Weighing of containers, cartons and containers. Areas of application: production, goods receipt and shipping.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 60 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 5 |
Platform Scale CAS DB-II
Battery operated for mains-independent weighing and backlit LCD display. Piece counting, hold function for unsteady weighing goods and multi-component recipe weighing, data transfer via RS-232. For shipping, warehouse logistics and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 60/150 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 20 / 50 |
Platform Scale KERN EFC 30K-3
Stainless steel design and battery operation for mains-independent weighing. Connection via RS-232. Weighing of containers, cartons and containers. Areas of application: production, shipping and warehouse logistics.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 2 |
Bench Scale A&D HL-3000LWP
Stainless steel design with IP65 protection, backlit LCD display and 3-year manufacturer's warranty. Multi-component recipe trolleys with battery operation for off-grid weighing. Suitable for retail, food processing and production.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 3 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 1 |
Counting Scale A&D HC-15Ki
Stainless steel weighing plate and 3-year manufacturer's warranty. Piece counting. Determination of quantities by weight. For trade, production and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 15 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 2 |
Platform Scale KERN EFC 30K-3L
Stainless steel weighing plate, battery operated for mains-independent weighing and easy-to-read display with large digits. Summing function, connection via RS-232. Areas of application: Production, warehouse logistics and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 2 |
Platform Scale KERN EOB 150K50L
Weighing plate made of stainless steel, battery operation for mains-independent weighing and compact, transportable design. Hold function for unsteady weighing goods and short settling time. Areas of application: production, shipping and agriculture.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 150 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 50 |
Counting Scale A&D HC-3Ki
Stainless steel weighing plate and 3-year manufacturer's warranty. Piece counting. Determination of quantities by weight. For trade, production and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 3 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 0,5 |
Bench Scale KERN FOB 10K-3NL
IP67 rated stainless steel design and smooth surfaces for quick cleaning. Multi-component, battery-powered recipe trolleys for off-grid weighing. For food processing, production and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 15 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 1/2 |
Platform Scale OHAUS Defender™ 3000i–D33
Stainless steel design, backlit LCD display and smooth surfaces for quick cleaning. Checkweighs with limit values and battery operation for mains-independent weighing, connection via RS-232, USB and Ethernet. Areas of application: Production, shipping and goods receipt.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 30 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 10 |
Bench Scale A&D SJ-6000WP
Stainless steel weighing plate with IP67 protection, easy-to-read display with large digits and smooth surfaces for quick cleaning. Piece counting and checkweighing with limit values. For shipping.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 6 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 0,2 |
| Calibration | Not calibratable |
Platform Scale KERN DE 60K10DL
Stainless steel weighing plate and battery operation for mains-independent weighing. Piece counting, hold function for restless weighing goods and percentage weighing, connection for a protocol printer. For production, goods receipt and shipping.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 60 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 10 |
Bench Scale A&D HT-5000CL
Stainless steel weighing plate and easy-to-read display with large digits. Battery operated for mains-independent weighing. For food processing, production and quality control.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 5 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 1 |
Bench Scale A&D HT-500CL
Stainless steel weighing plate. Control weighs with limit values and battery operation for off-grid weighing. For food processing, quality control and laboratory.| Weighing range [Max] in kg | 0,5 |
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| Digit increment [d] in g | 0,1 |
Buying industrial scales: finding the right scale for your process
Industrial scales are used wherever weights need to be regularly measured, checked, documented, or processed.
The key factor is therefore the combination of design, load capacity, readability, weighing surface, operating environment and the required documentation.
In this category, you will find industrial scales for light checkweighing as well as for heavy loads, pallets, containers, roll containers, suspended loads or vehicles. The range extends from compact benchtop and platform scales to floor scales, pallet scales, crane scales, pallet trucks with scales and vehicle scales.
Key selection criteria at a glance
- Weighing range and capacity suitable for the minimum load, standard load and maximum peak load
- Readability or resolution to meet the required accuracy in the process
- Weighing surface and design suitable for packages, containers, pallets or vehicles
- Verification, verifiability and ISO or DAkkS calibration for documentation and quality assurance
- Protection rating and material, for example stainless steel, IP65, IP68 or IP69K depending on the environment
- Interfaces such as RS-232, USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for PC, printer, ERP or WMS
Use the filters in this category to narrow down your search for industrial scales by weighing range, resolution, functions, weighing platform, verification/calibration, manufacturer and price. This will help you find the scale more quickly that is technically and economically suited to your application.
What matters is less the one industrial scale and more the right combination of
The most important difference lies not only in the brand or model, but in how the item being weighed is moved and measured.
- weighing range/capacity,
- readability (division/verification interval e),
- platform or weighing surface size
- the right version for dust, moisture or wash-down water (e.g. protection class IP65/IP67, materials such as stainless steel).
Connectivity options for PCs, printers, remote displays, etc.
In this category you will find industrial scales for typical industrial processes – from compact solutions for the packing bench to heavy-duty applications for pallets and bulky goods.
In day-to-day practice, these designs often prove their value:
- Bench scales for compact workstations and fast check weighings.
- Counting scales for determining piece counts via reference weight – e.g. in assembly, picking and inventory.
- Platform scales as robust all-rounders for warehouse, production and shipping.
Depending on the application, verified scales and/or verifiable versions are also available – especially relevant when weight is used for invoicing, fees or documentation.
Industrial scales at a glance: Which design fits your application?
Industrial scales are used wherever weights need to be regularly measured, checked, documented, or processed.
Industrial scales differ less by “brand or model” than by the question of how and where weighing takes place: at the packing bench, in goods receiving, at the loading dock, or directly within the transport process. The right design saves time and reduces errors in everyday work – key factors are capacity/weighing range, readability (division/verification interval e), platform or weighing surface size, and environmental conditions (e.g. IP65/IP67, stainless steel). Below, we show which scale types have proven themselves in typical industrial processes and what you should consider when choosing.
Who are industrial scales ideal for, and what are they used for?
Industrial scales are suitable wherever weights are recorded regularly, documented, or fed back into processes – as a checkpoint or as a basis for decisions.
Production & Assembly
Check weighings, filling and dosing processes (within the scope of the scale’s functions), recording piece weights, and material issuing. Here, fast operation, stable results, and the right level of accuracy matter.
Warehouse & Logistics
Goods in/goods out, pallet and parcel weighing, internal transfers, and shipping preparation. Depending on the process, robust platform or heavy-duty solutions are required.
Quality Assurance
Weight as an inspection criterion (e.g. completeness), monitoring of inspection equipment, and documentation. Important factors are repeatability and suitable calibration to DAkkS or DIN ISO, or verification.
Trade & Services (B2B)
Wherever weight is the basis for invoicing or proof, legally compliant use plays a central role.
For heavy goods and high loads, the Heavy-duty scales subcategory offers suitable designs such as floor, pallet or drive-through solutions. If weighing needs to be integrated into the workflow on the move (e.g. directly during transport), mobile scales are a practical shortcut in the process. And if weights are recorded in the yard/fleet area (e.g. axle/wheel loads), it’s worth taking a look at vehicle scales.
What should you consider when buying an industrial scale?
To ensure the scale works reliably in your environment, a short practical check is worthwhile. These criteria help with selection:
1) Weighing range, capacity and load profile
Clarify typical loads (standard case) and exceptions (maximum peaks). Plan some reserve without unnecessarily reducing readability. Also check minimum load/maximum load if very light and very heavy goods are weighed on the same scale.
2) Readability, division and the right accuracy
The finer the division, the more sensitive the scale is to environmental influences such as vibrations, drafts, or temperature changes. The key question is: what resolution do you actually need for your process? For legally relevant use, the verification interval (e) must also be considered.
3) Platform or weighing surface size
The load should rest stably and safely. Platforms that are too small can cause tipping moments; platforms that are too large take up floor space and are not automatically “better”. With pallets, the process also matters: for many applications, either floor scales (universal for heavy goods/containers) or pallet scales (often U-shape, quick with a pallet truck) are the most efficient options.
4) Design and ergonomics in the workflow
Bench scale, platform scale or floor scale: choose the design that saves steps. A remote indicator/terminal (stand, wall mount) can be useful if the load blocks visibility. For frequently changing locations or when transport and weighing overlap, mobile systems are especially practical.
5) Environment, material and protection class (IP)
In dusty, humid or regularly cleaned areas, the right protection rating is crucial. Depending on use, look for IP65/IP67 (depending on model) and suitable materials such as stainless steel or easy-to-clean surfaces – especially in hygienic environments.
6) Legal & quality: verified, verifiable, conformity (NAWI/2014/31/EU)
If the weight is used for invoicing, fees, official proof or comparable purposes, you will need a verified scale or a verifiable version depending on the application. Requirements for NAWI and conformity under 2014/31/EU come into play here. If you are unsure, a quick classification based on the use case is worthwhile – this helps avoid wrong purchases and ensures legally compliant processes.
7) Interfaces and data flow (ERP/WMS, label, documentation)
If weights are to be processed automatically, check available interfaces (e.g. RS-232, USB, Ethernet – depending on model). What matters is not only “having an interface”, but how the data is used in the process: weight only or additional information, stable transmission, labeling, or transfer to IT systems such as ERP/WMS.
8) Everyday functions
Tare/zeroing are standard; counting or simple check/limit functions are available depending on the model. The key is: what really saves unnecessary work steps in daily use?
Special requirements in hazardous areas (ATEX)
In potentially explosive environments, special requirements apply to devices, materials, and documentation. If you work in Ex zones, ATEX scales are the right place to start – with appropriately certified versions (depending on model/zone).
