Wireless Load Cells & Vehicle Scales

What are Wireless Load Cells?

Wireless load cells are used in many applications but the two most common are in hoisting and in vehicle scales. They get rid of the cables and give you more flexibility and convenience in weighing.

How Does a Wireless Load Cell Work?

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Wireless load cells give you insights into force and weight measurement across many applications. Here’s a breakdown:

• Wireless Transmission: Wireless load cells convert force or weight into electrical signals and transmit data wirelessly to a collection system.
• Operation Overview: These load cells work on strain gauge technology to give you precise and reliable weight measurement.
• Measuring Weight: Wireless load cells give you real-time weight measurement by sensing strain.

What are Wireless Tension Links?

A wireless tension link, also known as a wireless dynamometer or wireless load cell, is a device used to measure tension or force without physical connections or wires.

How Does a Wireless Tension Link Work?

A wireless tension link gives you real-time monitoring and measurement of tension loads. Here’s how a wireless tension link works:

• Load Sensing: The core component of a wireless tension link is a load sensing element, usually a strain gauge or load cell. This component deforms slightly when subjected to force or tension. This deformation is measured and converted into an electrical signal proportional to the applied force.
• Signal Processing: The electrical signal generated by the load-sensing element is then processed by onboard electronics. This processing may involve amplifying the signal, filtering out noise, and converting it into a digital format for transmission.
• Wireless Transmission: Once the electrical signal is processed, it is transmitted wirelessly to a receiver unit. This transmission can occur through various wireless communication protocols. At Massload, we use license-free 2.4 GHz wireless technology on the ISM band in different form factors such as enclosures and battery life depending on the best fit for each application.
• Wireless Receiver Unit: It receives the wirelessly transmitted signal from the tension link and decodes it back into a readable format, usually displaying the measured tension or force in real time. The wireless receiver unit comes in multiple options such as hand-held LCD readout displays, base station connected to a personal computer running Massload MAWS scale software or other software, 4-20mA output direct to a PLC, or serial output connected to a display device.
• Power Source: Wireless tension links are powered either by batteries of various sizes selected for battery life requirements, or by rechargeable batteries maintained by solar power or induction charging, or by regular utility power. The choice of power source depends on factors like the intended usage duration and environmental considerations.

What are Wireless Load Shackles?

Wireless load shackles are devices used to measure tensile loads in many lifting applications. They use load pins to convert force into electrical signals to an integrated wireless transmitter.

How Does a Wireless Load Shackle Work?

A wireless load shackle gives you real-time monitoring of tensile loads, making lifting safer and more efficient. Here’s a breakdown:

• Functionality: Wireless load shackles measure weight or load in many industrial applications. Unlike the traditional wired version which requires physical connections for data transmission, the wireless version uses advanced technology to transmit data wirelessly, giving you more flexibility and convenience.
• Operation Overview: At the heart of a wireless load shackle are sophisticated sensors that can detect load changes with great precision.
• Measuring Weight: When a load is applied, the sensors in the wireless load shackle detect force or tension.

This data is then converted into electrical signals, which are transmitted wirelessly to a receiver or data collection system.

Software: Massload’s .NET Advanced Weigh Scale (MAWS)

Massload’s Advanced Weigh Scale software, also known as MAWS, is our latest .NET software for multi-scale wireless weighing and vehicle weighing. The vehicle weigh options include multiple wheel or axle scales, axle accumulation and totalisation, truck in -truck out, gross and net vehicle weight, vehicle ID capture, and general data capture and management.

Suitable for many applications including data logging, axle weighing, multi-axle weighing, tension link weighing, platform and tank weighing, load-out weighing, and truck-in truck-out.

Indicators or Readouts for Wireless Scales

Many load cell applications need indicator devices to display the measurement while still operating safely and efficiently.

At Massload we work with a full range of indicators for wireless scales to make your weighing applications more efficient and convenient.

Our range includes products to suit many needs, so you can get accurate weight measurements without the restrictions of traditional wired systems.

From single-channel load cell indicators like the WL-T24-HS Handheld Digital Load Cell Indicator with a range of up to 2600ft (800m) to multi-channel solutions like the WL-T24-HA Hand Held Multi-Channel Digital Load Cell Indicator that can handle up to 12 channels, our products give you accurate weight measurement.

Cut the Cord: Revolutionize Your Wireless Weighing Operations with Massload

Experience the latest in industrial weighing technology with Massload’s wireless load cells, load pins, tension links, and load shackles. Say goodbye to the restrictions of traditional wired systems and hello to freedom and convenience.

Invest in your future operations with Massload Technologies today. Contact us and let us help you find the perfect weighing solution for your needs!