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The 5 Most Common Types Of Load Cells Explained

The 5 Most Common Types Of Load Cells Explained

Load cells are the heart of any weighing device, converting mechanical strain into precise weight readings. At Accurate Scale, we’re a licensed Rice Lake load cell supplier. From widely used single-ended beams to specialty canister load cells, we offer...

4 Ways to Keep Your Lab Scale Measuring Precisely

4 Ways to Keep Your Lab Scale Measuring Precisely

From research and development to intricate quality control, lab scales are an essential part of industries throughout Alberta. Lab scales can offer some of the most precise measurements in nearly any industry, but that level of precision depends on consistent care and...

4 Reasons Every Producer Should Own a Cattle Scale

4 Reasons Every Producer Should Own a Cattle Scale

As we look to the year ahead, many producers are finding themselves debating whether a digital cattle scale is worth the investment. For many, digital cattle scales are steadily becoming an essential tool for livestock management, especially as on-site weighing...

How to Maintain Your Floor Scale For Maximum Accuracy

How to Maintain Your Floor Scale For Maximum Accuracy

From regional airports to packaging facilities, industries worldwide rely on floor scales to ensure consistent weighing. These robust industrial scales deliver some of the highest capacities available, with many options capable of measuring up to tens of thousands of...

How to Tell If It’s Time to Retire Your Hopper Scale

How to Tell If It’s Time to Retire Your Hopper Scale

When it comes to agricultural applications, hopper scales are among the most widely used weighing solutions available. These robust yet versatile scales allow for seamless measurement of grain, fertilizer, and other bulk materials. But how can you tell when your...

4 Signs Your Wheel Pad Scales Need a Repair

4 Signs Your Wheel Pad Scales Need a Repair

Wheel pads are among the most widely used portable truck scales across many essential Alberta industries. From hot-shot delivery trucks to construction fleet vehicles, wheel pads help operations to maintain consistent, reliable measurements day in and day out. At...

Here Are The Ultimate Portable Truck Scales For 2026

Here Are The Ultimate Portable Truck Scales For 2026

As 2025 comes to a close, industries across Alberta are seeking the best portable truck scales to support fleet vehicles, worksite loaders, and other heavy equipment. Fortunately, there is no shortage of exceptional portable truck scales to invest in. Get ahead with...

Get Ready for the Year with the Best Livestock Scales

Get Ready for the Year with the Best Livestock Scales

Prairie livestock farmers rely on more than just their expertise alone; they also need precision and robust equipment to support their farm. One of the most essential tools on cattle, hog, and mixed-animal farms is livestock scales. These devices are available in a...

The Straight Pour on Distillery Scales For Liquors & More

The Straight Pour on Distillery Scales For Liquors & More

With over 200 breweries and other alcohol manufacturing facilities across Alberta, the province's alcohol industry is one of the most active in Canada. Alberta’s alcohol manufacturing industry is thriving, but also heavily regulated. So, how can you ensure you’re...

Common Issues with Lab Scales & How to Fix Them

Common Issues with Lab Scales & How to Fix Them

Lab scales offer some of the most precise measurements for a wide range of applications. From analyzing soil samples for field health to assessing product quality control, lab scales play a crucial role across many industries. But with this level of precision also...