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We’ve got something exciting to share. Scales & Balances is heading to the PPMA Show 2025, and we’d love for you to join us. You’ll find us at Stand K30 at the NEC Birmingham from 23 to 25 September. It’s a chance to meet face-to-face with people across the processing and packaging industries and talk… Continue reading We’re Off to the PPMA Show 2025 — Come Say Hello at Stand K30

What You’ll Learn… Why accurate weighing in logistics is a crucial foundation The types of pallet scales and how to choose the right one Real-world case studies that show ROI, time savings, and safety How SOLAS and trade approved features can elevate your process   1. Introduction: Why Weight Accuracy Matters In today’s fast-paced warehousing… Continue reading Enhancing Logistics Efficiency with Pallet Scales

Industrial scales are indispensable tools across a vast spectrum of industries, playing a critical role in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and quality control. From measuring raw materials to verifying final product weights, these scales provide the reliable data necessary for smooth operations and regulatory compliance. In essence, industrial scales are more than just weighing devices; they… Continue reading Industrial Scales: A Comprehensive Guide

Moisture control is one of the most critical quality factors in food production. From cereals and crisps to pet food and powdered ingredients, understanding and managing moisture content impacts so many things! In this blog, we explore how moisture analysers support the food industry, which technologies are best suited for high-throughput environments, and how to… Continue reading Moisture Analysers for Food Manufacturing

Moisture analysers are precision tools. Like all high-accuracy instruments, they depend on regular calibration to ensure their readings remain reliable. Whether you’re working in food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals or textiles, incorrect moisture results can mean product failures, costly rework or even non-compliance with standards like ISO or GMP. Something to remember about moisture analysers is that… Continue reading Moisture Analyser Calibration Explained

What’s the difference between Karl Fischer and moisture analysers? Karl Fischer titration is a chemical method used to detect trace moisture (very low) levels, often down to parts per million (ppm). Moisture analysers, on the other hand, use a thermal drying method to determine total moisture content. While both tools measure moisture, they serve very… Continue reading Karl Fischer Titration vs. Moisture Analysers: What’s Best for Your Application?

Introduction Choosing the right method for moisture analysis is crucial across industries such as food production, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and environmental science. Two prominent options dominate the landscape: traditional oven drying and modern moisture analysers. Each method has its advantages and limitations, but the industry is clearly shifting towards faster, more efficient technologies. At scalesandbalances.co.uk we have… Continue reading Moisture Analysers vs. Traditional Drying Methods: A Comparative Study

Table of Contents: What is Moisture Analysis and Why Does It Matter? Principles of Moisture Analysis Other Moisture Analysis Methods Types of Moisture Analysers Key Features to Consider When Choosing a Moisture Analyser Applications Across Industries How to Use a Moisture Analyser: Summary Calibration: Summary Choosing the Right Moisture Analyser: Summary Why Buy from Scales… Continue reading Moisture Analysers: Everything You Need to Know

Introduction In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, staying competitive often means embracing the latest technology. Smart weighing systems are one such innovation that is reshaping industries by integrating advanced connectivity and automation features. These systems not only offer accurate measurements but also provide seamless integration with other business processes through Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities. This… Continue reading The Power of Smart Weighing Systems: IoT Integration in Modern Industry

By the Scales and Balances Product Team Over the past eight months, we’ve been hard at work behind the scenes improving our product offering and enhancing how our customers interact with our website. This ongoing transformation reflects our commitment to staying at the forefront of the weighing industry and better serving professionals across a wide… Continue reading New Product Launches & Site Upgrades: Scales and Balances Moves into Application-Based Weighing