The heavy goods vehicle belonging to a leading manufacturer was stopped on the road by motor vehicle inspectors. They notice overloading beyond permissible limits. The company is charged a penalty of a hefty amount for the offense and an additional amount based on the excess weight carried. In addition to the driver, the owner of the vehicle is also held responsible for violations under Section 194 of the Motor Vehicles Act.

The above example shows how critical weighing data is for loading and transferring goods from one place to another. 

Let’s understand how deployment of weighbridges helps in data accuracy for compliance.

 

Regulatory Compliance

Weighbridges play a vital role in industry by ensuring accuracy in weighing the vehicle and its load. It helps to adhere to the permissible weight limits and comply with the Motor Vehicles Act of the respective region.

Financial Compliance

A minor discrepancy in weighing can lead to a loss of business confidence as well as a loss of trust between the contracting companies. It can lead to disputes and revenue losses.

Inventory Control

Inaccuracy in weighbridge measurements can lead to operational inefficiency with respect to inventories of raw materials and finished goods. It can lead to supply shortages and resource waste, affecting inventory control and logistical planning.

Safety and Maintenance

Overloaded vehicles represent a safety risk since the driver may lose control due to the greater stopping distance, resulting in an accident. Overloading of vehicles also leads to increased wear and tear of the vehicle. This causes a sharp increase in vehicle maintenance and repairs. Optimal loading of vehicles ensures better performance and increased lifespan of the vehicle.

Strategies for Enterprises

Data accuracy in weighbridges can be ensured by choosing the right weighbridge solutions depending on the environment, purpose, and application. Regular calibration and maintenance of the weighbridges is critical for ensuring data accuracy. Calibration has to be done periodically because environmental factors, mechanical wear, and disruption in wiring and circuits can lead to inaccuracies in weighing vehicle loads.

Conclusion

Use of appropriate and reliable weighbridges helps companies ensure data accuracy in weighing vehicle loads, preventing penalties, saving lives and resources, ensuring longevity of vehicles and ensuring profitability of the enterprise.

Essae Digitronics, the leading weighbridge manufacturer in India, has been at the forefront of protecting the profits of enterprises with reliable and trustworthy weighbridge solutions for industry.