Everything You Need To Know About Industrial Bench Scales By OHaus
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About OHAUS Industrial Bench Scales
From humble beginnings as a scale repair business in 1907, OHaus has grown to become a respected global leader in the weighing industry. OHaus manufactures a wide range of reliable, full-featured, straightforward scales that offer excellent value for money.
A division of OHaus’ range is focussed on creating a comprehensive selection of industrial bench scales that meet the weighing requirements of businesses operating in the following environments:
- Manufacturing
- Food processing
- Laboratory packaging
- Hospitality; and
- Medical.
OHaus Industrial Bench Scales: Features To Look For
Five things to look out for when searching for an industrial bench scale for your application are;
1. IP Rating: For a long-lasting and accurate scale, it's essential to select an IP rating suitable for the task at hand. Industrial bench scales are generally more robust than their general-use scale counterparts. However, not all are suitable for complete washdowns or environments extremely high in moisture and dust.
2. Pan Size: Your application will determine the pan size required. Choose a pan size that is large enough to accommodate the items you wish to weigh.
3. Dimensions: Floor and bench space is a premium for many businesses. Selecting the right size scale for your application to ensure you are appropriately utilising available space.
4. Functions: Ensure the industrial bench scales has the functions which suit your application. Examples of industrial specific functions include; parts counting, check weighing, and Dynamic Weighing.
5. Capacity: Capacity refers to the maximum weight that a scale is capable of weighing.
6. Resolution: The resolution refers to the smallest increment in applied weight that can be detected or displayed on a digital scale.
OHaus Industrial Bench Scales
To help you find the best OHaus Industrial Bench scale for your application, our scientists summarise each of the five industrial bench scale series available and provided an outstanding example from each series.
1. Defender 3000 Stainless Steel SeriesThe models in the Defender 3000 series of stainless steel bench scales are ideal for general weighing and simple counting applications in damp environments requiring a thoroughly clean scale. Key Features & Benefits:
Product Example: 
30 kg Defender 3000 Stainless Steel Bench Scale
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2. Defender 2000 - D24PThe OHaus Defender 2000 Series of bench scales offers OHaus’ signature accuracy for commercial and industrial weighing applications. Choose the OHaus Defender 2000 Series when you need accuracy you can count on while maximising your budget. Key Features & Benefits:
Product Example: 
30 kg Defender 2000 Economic Bench Scale
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3. Ranger 7000
Compared to other scales in the OHaus portfolio of industrial scales, the Ranger 7000 series boasts the:
Key Features & Benefits:
Product Example: 6kg Ranger 7000 Industrial Bench Scale
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4. Ranger 3000The multipurpose Ranger 3000 offers seven application functions and will produce precise and rapid results for many industrial applications. The Ranger 3000’s convenient size and rechargeable battery make it a portable unit locatable anywhere in your working environment. Key Features & Benefits: Models in the Ranger 3000 series are efficient and functional in any industrial environment. Here is why:
Product Example: 
15 kg Ranger 3000 Series Compact Bench Scale
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5. FD SeriesThe OHaus FD series of scales are rugged, multi-use portioning models designed for foodservice applications -in restaurants, bakeries and food manufacturing - requiring fast operation and flexibility. The FD is an easily cleaned design, has a fast display and high precision load cell – ideal for food portioning and checkweighing. Key Features & Benefits:
Product Example: 
3 kg FD Series Trade Approved Food Scale
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Conclusion
The OHaus bench scales surveyed by our scientists for this article offer the versatility, durability, and specialised features needed for virtually any industrial packing, quality management, or inventory control application more manageable.
Unsure of the best industrial scale for your application? Speak with one of Instrument Choice’s expert scientists! Call 1300 737 871 or email [email protected].
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