When browsing for the right cattle scale for your farm, it can be hard to determine the difference between many of its features and what you need. Accurate Scale has over 40 years of expertise in this field and can help you understand what scale you need. Read along to decipher what some terms mean and how that can impact your choice of cattle scale.
Permanent, Portable, or Mobile Scales?
Depending on your situation, you may require either a permanent, portable, or mobile solution. We have a wide range of Livestock Scale products to choose from and can help you discover the right software for your business. A mobile scale can moved anywhere your vehicle can; portable scales can be moved if needed with a trailer. If you know you’ll leave the scale behind should you change locations, a permanent scale may be right for you.
If you are looking for a scale you can attach to a truck and move around your field, the Rice Lake Mobile Group Animal Scale comes in two sizes: 8’x19’ and 8’x13’. Or, for a permanent solution, check out the Permanent Multi Animal Scale (MAS-LC) for all your livestock weighing needs. Our Accurate Scale portable animal weighing scales work on any firm surface up to 6% grade.
Group Scale or Multi Scale?
Does a cell load-based weighing system sound up your alley? For cattle sold in groups, a group cattle scale may be more worth your while. For individual sales, comparison of livestock, or other individual weighing needs, a multi scale will work better.
The difference in what you need here will play a strong role in helping you decide what scale is best for you. A farmer weighing less than 100 cattle a year may not need to invest in cattle scales with multiple pens. A commercial farm that weighs hundreds of livestock at a time will waste far less time using a solution such as the multi scale, making the MAS-LC the right choice.
Size and Assembly Considerations
How much space can you dedicate to cattle scales? Accurate Scale offers different sizes for our mobile and portable scales. Choose between 8’x13’ and 8’x19’ for each, with the same robust technology in both sizes.
For a hassle-free setup, consider a Rice Lake Farm Bar. The mobile cattle scale is also a great option, as disassembly is not required to transport it, and the air pressure can be adjusted manually. And while the portable scale has locks to keep it sturdy during transport, we suggest a mobile scale for those planning on frequently moving the scale.
Accurate Scale: the Best Scales in the Industry
Accurate Scale is here to help with your weighing needs; from trucks to livestock, there is nothing we can’t help you weigh. Many of our scales are licensed to trade and some have an NTEP certification. Contact us today to discuss how our cattle scales can help you raise the bar on your farm.