Keeping your weighbridge and axle weighing pads clean is an essential part of ownership. This will ensure you don’t need to invest in hefty maintenance plans and repairs; it will also reduce unnecessary downtime.
Axle weigh pads and weighbridges are used to check weigh the load being carried by vehicles, cars, lorries and other transport. An overloaded vehicle is a serious risk to both your business reputation, and to other people. It’s also illegal.
Intelligent cleaning regimes
Any weighing apparatus needs to be properly maintained, particularly if used frequently and/or in a harsh environment like a busy servicing department, or vehicle compound.
The build up of debris and dirt needs to be attended to, and any obstructions removed.
Keeping a close eye on equipment and doing regular checks as part of your daily inspections, should ensure that any problems are highlighted and can be sorted.
Specialised cleaning can also be beneficial
Aside from your internal cleaning and inspection regime, you can also commission a deeper clean.
Things like the build of mud over time, can be really difficult to remove with conventional cleaning methods, and can significantly alter the accuracy of the measurements you take. If you need support with heavy-duty cleaning like this, ask your industrial weighing supplier. Very often deep cleaning can be done during shutdown periods to minimise disruption.
By using a combination of weekly, monthly and quarterly cleaning regimes, you can be sure that your equipment will enjoy ongoing performance, and never let you down.
From a simple wipe down, visual inspection, removal of debris and obstructions, to more aggressive jet washing, intelligent cleaning can make a big difference.
Seek expert advice
Remember that axle weighing equipment is a critical piece of apparatus and you may need to seek advice from an expert before you carry out any cleaning work as it can have repercussions with regard to the Weights and Measures Regulations.
Abacus Weighing Services is a name that’s respected throughout the weighing industry. Specialising in Dini Argeo equipment, Abacus supplies to end-users and through their approved distribution network.
