Automatic weighbridge is a smart and an intelligent solution that conveniently turns the weighbridge into a simple unattended terminal thereby removing the need of a weighbridge operator. An automatic weighbridge is not dependent on a person therefore the benefits of such an instrument is clearly visible in terms of ensuring complete security and when repetitive runs need to be made to deliver or collect materials.

The cost is also an important factor as the initial cost of installing an automatic weighbridge can be conveniently be repaid by saving on personnel. The speed and accuracy associated with automatic weighbridge is also much more than it would be with a manned weighbridge. The integration of new technologies along with innovative engineering has continued to enhance the operational flexibility of these weighing systems thereby enhancing the security and efficiency of the weight data.

This type of weighbridge can be customized with a host of additional features thereby making it completely comprehensive and it will be in a position to serve a variety of functionalities. This powerful instrument can be used intelligently in a wide array of industries such as Cement industries, waste recycling plants, oil and gas stations, biomass and energy plants etc.

A weighbridge is equipped with a host of innovative functionalities including camera plate recognition, surveillance cameras, traffic barriers, traffic lights etc. Ideally an automated weighbridge is fitted with a host of features such as a kiosk printer, RFID card reader, touch panel weighing terminal, electric panel, traffic lights, special automation software and other software to help figure out the overload truck axles. The technological advancements contributed by the following do play an important role in enhancing the level of performance one can expect from an automatic weighbridge:

Automatic number plate recognition: Automatic number plate recognition system (ANPR) is an important asset and this technology has led to complete integration where ANPR systems can be utilized traffic lights and control security barriers. The number plate details can be conveniently programmed into the designated weight terminal without requiring having a separate PC. Some of the latest systems also include high-resolution digital camera, illuminator, digital analyzer and on-board relays.

Electronic Signature Pads: Electronic signature pads are now being used in weighing instrumentation too as this acts as a permanent record and can also be printed on paper receipts as well as displayed on a local or central PC.

Wireless Connectivity: Wifi technology has become extremely famous in the commercial world and it is now being used in weighbridge in different applications especially in quarries. In a number of applications weighbridges are situated at some distance and as per the location automatic weighbridges with wireless connectivity can be used either point to point or even through wireless area network (WAN).

Software developments: A number of software developments are being used to enhance the effectiveness of weighbridge management software specifically for multi-installation and multi-site applications. Connectivity for these software developments can be provided through LAN, WAN, GSM, GPRS or even phone line.