No matter what industry you operate in, if you need weighing equipment, you must have the right solutions for your needs. Whether in manufacturing, retail, transportation, or healthcare, accurate measurements play a huge role in your business. With the right weighing equipment, you can improve the accuracy of readings and the overall safety and productivity of your operations. However, there are so many different options for weighing equipment in Australia, so it’s not always easy to choose the right gear. Fortunately, NWI is here to help.
Here are some tips on choosing the right weighing equipment for your business.
Understanding your specific needs
When investing in equipment, the first step is carefully considering your specific needs. This varies greatly from industry to industry and even business to business. For example, in a laboratory environment such as medical research or pharmaceuticals, precision is always emphasised. On the other end of the scale, a transportation company needs heavy-duty weighing equipment to withstand tough conditions.
Consider the function your weighing equipment needs to perform and focus on that when deciding. Many businesses need various weighing equipment for specific jobs, so this needs to be considered.
What level of accuracy is required?
Even in larger-scale weighing situations, accuracy is still important. Each task requires a certain level of accuracy, whether to satisfy a regulatory standard or simply to ensure items are weighed correctly. For example, a weighbridge at a waste management facility won’t require the same level of precision as scientific laboratory scales.
Most weighing equipment has an accepted range of accuracy, so this should be considered in line with the accuracy requirements of each specific task.
Consider legal and industry regulations
You must abide by Australia’s trade measurement laws if your business sells any goods by measurement (for example, petrol, food products or landscaping materials). In short, this also means your measuring equipment must be accurate to a certain level. In fact, the weighing equipment you purchase is also subject to trade measurement laws.
If found to be short-weighing the products you sell, your company can be fined up to $210,000 per offence (or $42,000 for individuals). So, always purchase equipment certified by the National Measurement Institute (NMI).
Consider the maintenance requirements
Servicing, calibration or repairs usually mean a disruption to your business. While this is a necessary part of your business, you don’t want too much downtime due to equipment maintenance. So, consider the level of maintenance required for any equipment you purchase. Certified, high-quality products typically require less maintenance and are a better investment.
Need the right weighing equipment?
At NWI, we pride ourselves on offering the right advice every time. When you choose NWI, it’s not just about purchasing products. You get tailored support from industry experts to ensure you always get the best weighing solutions for your needs. From laboratory scales to weighbridges and everything in between, we have the expertise and the highest quality products for all industries. Contact us today to find out how we can help.
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