Category Archives: Concentrated Load Capacity (CLC)

Portable Truck Scales for Mobile Job Sites

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Cardinal Scale Manufacturing ARMOR Portable Digital Truck Scales can be moved to multiple locations for changing job sites. Their modular design with expandable bulkheads allow you to vary platform sizes depending on weighing needs.

The Cardinal ARMOR Portable Truck Scale features IP69K-rated waterproof digital SmartCell load cells, capacities up to 135 tons, heavy-weight 50-ton CLC, 5/16 in thick checkered steel deck, anti-corrosion baked-on tan powder paint, top-side access to all electronics, and NTEP and Measurement Canada approval. The floating center module makes it easy to add or remove sections to fit application requirements.

Armor Portable Truck Scale Features

  • axis Frictionless Centering System Load Cell Stands
  • Expandable Bulkheads Allow Varying Sizes
  • Heavyweight 50-Ton CLC
  • Load Cell Pockets Completely Surrounded by I-beams
  • Load Cell Stands Pre-Installed for Lightning-Fast Installation
  • Long-Lasting Baked-on Tan Powder Coat Paint
  • Measurement Canada Certified
  • Modular Design for Platform Sizing Adjustments
  • NTEP Legal for Trade
  • Optional Ramps and Bolt-on Wings
  • Portable for Moving Job Sites
  • SmartCell Stainless Steel Waterproof Digital Load Cells
  • Tightly-Spaced I-beams for Optimal Structural Integrity
  • Top-Side Access to All Electronic Components

1010700Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 20′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 50 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010701Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 40′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 70 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010702Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 47′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 70 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010703Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 50′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 80 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010704Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 60′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 110 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010705Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 70′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010706Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 75′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010707Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 80′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010708Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 90′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010709Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 100′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010710Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 110′ X 10′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010711Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 20′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 50 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010712Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 40′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 70 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010713Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 47′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 70 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010714Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 50′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 80 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010715Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 60′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 110 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010716Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 70′ X 11′, 50T CLC, 135T Cap., SCBD Smart Cells, Port. Frame
1010717Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 75′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010718Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 80′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010719Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 90′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010720Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 100′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010721Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 110′ X 11′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010722Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 20′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 50 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010723Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 40′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 70 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010724Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 47′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 70 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010725Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 50′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 80 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010726Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 60′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 110 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010727Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 70′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010728Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 75′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010729Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 80′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010730Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 90′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010731Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 100′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells
1010732Truck Scale, Armor, 5/16″ Steel Deck, 110′ X 12′, 50 ton CLC, 135 Ton Capacity, SCBD Smart Cells

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0330-1135-0ADrop-In Assembly Filler w/ Lifting Brackets, 12 in L x 132 in W, Steel Deck
MB-ACDigital Media Box with AC power supply
MB-GDigital Media Box for Glass Fiber Optic Cables with AC Power Supply
RMP-ARMORRamp for ARMOR Digital Truck Scale Portable Models, For One End Only
SNAP-DLCSnapStream Wireless Interface from Digital Truck Scale to Indicator
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New Digital Truck Scales With SmartCell Now Available

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Cardinal Scale Manufacturing recently announced the official launch of the new ARMOR® series digital truck scales with SmartCell® load cells that offer unmatched performance built to last a lifetime of heavy-duty weighing use. Every facet of the digital truck scale weighbridge and electronics have been specifically built for long-lasting endurance, minimal upkeep, and IoT monitoring convenience. Deliveries are scheduled to start in January 2018.

ARMOR® truck scales feature a heavyweight 50-ton CLC, no moving parts below the scale deck (including the load cells), more structural steel than the competition, SmartCell® stainless steel waterproof digital load cells, and IoT-enabled iSite remote monitoring software.

The state-of-the-art, debris-inhibiting axis load cell stand design limits obstructions to the scale’s performance with the digital load cells mounted high within the stand near the scale deck. The load cell stands are fabricated from one-inch-thick steel to minimize rust and corrosion damage and ensure long-term strength and durability. The long-lasting baked-on tan powder coat paint finish ensures a lifetime of trouble-free protection. The Cloud-based iSite remote monitoring software offers e-mail and/or text alerts to ensure your scale is performing at all times.

cardinal scale smartcell digital load cells

ARMOR® steel deck weighbridges utilize a tight concentration of 7.5-inch I-beam spacing which minimizes unsupported deck plate area and ensures that truck tire contact patches are always directly supported by one I-beam. Four rows of welded stiffeners provide maximum structural rigidity and safeguard against I-beam deflection under loads for optimal strength and longevity.

Cardinal Scale’s SmartCell® digital load cells are the newest solution in advanced load cell technology. Messy, time-consuming wiring is no longer necessary, since cables connect plug-and-play to the cell through metal braided rodent-proof cables. Internal cell circuitry eliminates the need for a junction box.

The ARMOR’s SmartCell® load cell pockets are surrounded on both sides by I-beams which run the entire length of the weighbridge. This alleviates any potential structural weakness around the load cell region like in competitors’ truck scales. The no-bolt bridge connections feature interconnecting load blocks and receivers welded directly to the I-beams for strength and durability.

Contact your local Cardinal Scale dealer today to begin taking advantage of the entire gamut of new features and functions of the Cardinal ARMOR® digital truck scale!

It’s What’s Inside That Counts

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Cardinal EPR What are some other features metal recyclers need to look for inside a truck scale?

There are several attributes recyclers ought to take into account when making the decision to purchase a 70 foot long truck scale, which includes deck plate thickness.

Recyclers are normally handling a high traffic frequency daily on their truck scales, so weighing machine strength becomes a important aspect. For instance, Cardinal Scale produces truck scales with 3/8″ thick steel decks for maximum strength and resiliency to handle hefty loads over the long haul for exceptional overall performance.

An additional quality element to look for is factory-assembled load cells secured in the truck scale. Every Cardinal truck scale is 100 percent factory assembled and examined prior to shipping to a job location. This requires calibrating the whole 60 foot long truck scale to make sure appropriate set-up before shipping for exceptional accuracy.

Usually, a 70-foot-long truck scale dimensions are sought after in the recycling business to be in a position to allow for weighing semi-tractor trailers. Stainless steel load cells and a NEMA 4X stainless steel junction box for load cell wiring can also be important to check for when making the decision to buy a vehicle scale.

Survivor OTR-XV

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SURVIVOR® OTR-XV is an extreme-duty, top access steel or concrete deck vehicle scale. Ideal for the extreme-duty off-road vehicles in mining, coal and heavy aggregate operations, the OTR-XV is as sturdy as they come. An industry-leading 140,000 lb Concentrated Load Capacity (CLC) and patented load cell suspension insure consistent, accurate Legal-For-Trade weighments, even in the most extreme conditions. To minimize deflection and vertical flexing, twelve wide-flange I-beams are assembled together to meet the guidelines of federal bridge standards, and covered with a deck of either 3/8 inch steel tread plate or six inches of solid reinforced concrete. All of these extreme features
and benefits are backed by a solid 5-year weighbridge guarantee.

Survivor OTR-SV

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SURVIVOR OTR-SV is a moderate to heavy-duty, top access steel deck product. Limits aside, you want equipment you can count on period. How about a scale that’s built for the way you work? The OTR-SV is an above ground, steel-deck design for farms, factories, or other lower-traffic facilities that demand both value and performance. Its 70,000 lb concentrated load capacity, delivers every bit of the accuracy and dependability you’d expect from a SURVIVOR. The OTR-SV weighbridge is NTEP Certified Legal-For-Trade and comes in standard widths of 10 and 11 feet. Continue reading →

OTR Features 100,000 lb. Concentrated Load Capacity

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Have you heard the latest news regarding the Rice Lake OTR truck scale? Now with an even higher 100,000 pound concentrated load capacity (CLC), Rice Lake SURVIVOR OTR truck scale has raised the bar yet again. This scale has always been known for its strength, performance and value.

The above ground or pit-type SURVIVOR OTR, available in both steel and concrete deck, has long been the industry’s strongest weighbridge design, known for its tightly spaced wide flange i-beams and more steel per square inch. But now, this recent boost in overall capacity cements the OTRs position in truck scale design.

rice lake survivor truck scale

Rice Lake says, even as traffic climbs as high as 250 fully loaded trucks per day, expect no less than 25 years of solid service from any SURVIVOR OTR.  This celebrated weighbridge design combines convenient top access to load cells, a low profile for easy approaches, and self-setting connectors for quick installation and future expansion.

The SURVIVOR OTR Series truck scale is an outstanding design that incorporates the most advanced engineering and production technology to manufacture the highest quality vehicle weighing system in the marketplace. The OTR Series scales don’t sacrifice quality for price. Both the OTR concrete and steel deck models boast wide flange Continue reading →

EPR Plus Now Available

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Cardinal already had a good truck scale with the EPR. Now they’ve improved it with the new EPR Plus Truck Scale.

Engineered with state-of-the-art robotics, Cardinal EPR+ Plus Truck Scale represents the culmination of 60 years of scale manufacturing experience. Available in impervious hydraulic or electronic load cell types, the EPR+ Plus durable baked-on, anti-corrosion powder paint stands the test of time. The legal-for-trade NTEP EPR+ Plus Continue reading →

New Truck Scales versus Used Truck Scales

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You don’t have to look at too many truck scale brochures to become thoroughly confused about what’s available and what is and isn’t important to you. Full-length truck scales may be of either portable or permanent installation. Portable truck scales include a lower framework that is placed on a prepared surface (either a concrete slab, wooden beams, or even dirt) and ramps are placed at either end for access.

Portable scales are generally more expensive because of the lower framework but are much easier to move from site to site and are ideal for contractors or road builders. Scales that are permanently mounted may be mounted either in a pit (like the basement of a home) or of an above-ground low profile design where the scale is mounted on a concrete slab with ramps at either end. The advantages of a pit type scale Continue reading →

Load Cells

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This month we continue looking at truck scale service. This months topic is Load Cells. From a service perspective the overall procedure is to examine load cells and the area surrounding them. The load cell area may contain dirt and debris that has built up since the scale’s last check. Load cells must have clearance to deflect through their capacity range. The same debris that can bind the scale deck can also keep the load cells and suspension components from moving freely. Continue reading →

What is Concentrated Load Capacity and NTEP?

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Concentrated Load Capacity, or CLC, is an industry recognized rating of a vehicle or axle load scale. The rating defines the maximum load for which the weighbridge is designed as applied by a group of two axles with a center line spaced 4 feet apart and an axle width 8 feet apart. When a CLC load is applied to the weighbridge during a National Type Evaluation Program test, the NTEP tester records the displayed weight. If the scale falls within accepted testing tolerances, the scale has that CLC weight value recorded as the CLC on the Certificate of Conformance.

rice lake survivor truck scale

The CLC rating is not a measure of weighbridge strength or rigidity, because weighbridge deflection is not measured in the NTEP test. It is irrelevant if the load weighbridge sags 1/10th of an inch, or 10 inches, as long as the scale weighs within the accepted tolerance. The scale’s CLC weight rating passes in either case. A high CLC rating could be given to an extremely flexible deck sitting on load cell mounts which are capable of accurately handling the side loading resulting from a severely sagging weighbridge.

The Rice Lake SURVIVOR truck scale line boasts a 45 ton (90,000 pounds) CLC rating. With most legal highway weight limits being a fraction of Rice Lake’s rating, owners of a SURVIVOR scale can expect a long lifespan through Continue reading →