What Makes IP68 Washable Scales Popular among Weighers?
When it comes to using scales for messy applications, it makes sense to use a scale that can be thoroughly washable. That makes washable scales like IP68 Waterproof scale an important product as it can be used in various industries.
About IP68 Washdown Scales
A washable scale is usually built with stainless steel that is big enough for easy loading and is completely sealed. This makes it easy to clean the scale frequently using a hose without damaging the instrument. Thus, any residual particles that exist after weighing are removed, minimizing the possibility of contamination, preventing the growth of mold or bacteria, and eliminating build-up dirt.
Industries Using a Washdown Scale
An IP68 washdown scale is widely used for a variety of industries, notably livestock, industrial to food and catering. This type of scale has a sturdy stainless steel pan that can be washed without any possibility of damaging the components of the scale within.
Here is a rundown on how to use a washdown scale in various industries.
Use of Washable Scales in Weighing Food
Washdown scales are widely used in the food industry for various applications like weighing fruits and vegetables, etc. For instance, a sack of potatoes not only weigh heavy but also makes the scale pan dirtier. And over time a large scale of dirt accumulates on the scale pan. To overcome this issue, a washable scale remains as the best choice. The scale is not only robust but easy to clean and use.
The heavy weight of a potato sack makes lifting a challenge. The washable scale has a low weighing pan that helps in placing a heavy sack of potatoes on the pan without requiring any extended lifting. Moreover, sacks of vegetables are sure to carry dirt and bacteria, and can easily contaminate objects that they come in contact with.
The presence of a protected load cell chamber in the scale makes it cleaning easy without any possibility of damaging the internal parts while maintaining the hygiene of the food.
Use of Washdown Scales for Building Work
The versatile design of the washable scale makes it ideal for use in the construction as well as the mining industry. The presence of a robust stainless steel pan and easy to clean feature makes weighing building materials like limestone, stale, or brick easy while constructing buildings.
It is also possible to make use of the check-weighing feature of the scale for a precise calculation of the tile shipment. This helps in having enough materials on-site to begin work. It is also possible to weigh coal for distributing locally and selling with this check-weighing feature of trade approved washdown scale.
IP65 rating
Scales are manufactured with different ingress protection ratings or IP ratings. The ratings are an indication on the level of protection available against dust and water. As per industrial standards, washdown scales need to have a minimum of an IP65 rating.
Accurate Weighing Scales Ltd Washdown Scales
Accurate Weighing Scales Ltd Weighing System & Solution offers IP68 Waterproof scale in a wide variety for various weighing needs. These scales can be cleaned thoroughly using a hose or a pressure washer without damaging the scale due to the presence of watertight seals and stainless construction.
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