What to Look For in Heavy-Lifting Crane Scales

By Rachel Kohn | March 10, 2011
Kern HTS Crane Scale

Kern HTS Crane Scale

Crane scales are the heavy lifters across a broad spectrum of industries. Digital crane scales manufactured by Kern and available from Tovatech pack useful features in a compact package for precision weighing in manufacturing, shipping, scientific, educational, commercial and warehousing operations.

For example, the Kern HTS series of industrial crane scales is available in seven models from 150 to 10,000 kg capacities and readouts from 50 to 5000 g.  All models feature wireless infrared remote control operation with all functions housed in a battery-powered numeric keypad having a range of approximately 15 meters (50 feet).

Useful Features in a Digital Crane Scale

The HTS weighing mechanism is powered by a battery pack providing up to 150 hours of operation.  A charge condition indicator will signal when it is due for recharging.   Weights are indicated as kilograms or pounds on an easy-to-read LED display showing gross, tare and net weight.  To … Read the rest