Category Archives: Animal Scales

Farms and the Vital Role of Scales in Modern Agriculture

Farms, often overlooked and underappreciated, form the backbone of our society. These unsung heroes are responsible for producing the food and resources that sustain our daily lives. From the fresh fruits and vegetables we enjoy to the grains that go into our bread, farms play an indispensable role in meeting our basic needs. In this… Read More »

Key Benefits of Using a Weight Scale for Dogs

If you’re a dog owner, then you probably realize keeping track of your pet’s weight is an essential part of maintaining their health and well-being. Just like humans, dogs can suffer from weight-related health issues such as obesity, heart disease, and joint problems. One of the best tools for monitoring your dog’s weight is a… Read More »

Dangers of Buying Certain “Cheap” Scales Online

The article below is courtesy of Mr. Boon Lim who has been involved in the weighing industry for many years. It really hammers home the points that we have been trying to discuss with customers for literally decades!  There are differences in quality between certain brands of scales. We’ve discussed this numerous times over the… Read More »

What Does 5000 x 1 Mean? Scale Capacity x Readability

We’re going to discuss something that many folks wonder about the first couple of times they are tasked with buying scales. What Does it Mean when you see 5000 x 1 on a Scale? If you’ve done any research at all online for scales, you’ve probably seen something written like 5000 x 1, or perhaps… Read More »

Livestock Scales for Weighing Pigs

Pig scales allow producers to measure piglet litter weights and/or sort grown hogs for market. Knowing the real weight of your pigs also assists with being able to load your truck or trailer correctly. We have several types of scales for weighing pigs. The Brecknell PS1000 general purpose floor scale has become quite a hit… Read More »

The Importance of Animal Scale Calibration

Veterinary clinics and Animal hospitals throughout the triangle area of North Carolina count on Central Carolina Scale to check and calibrate their vet scales on a regular basis. Our state certified scale technicians use certified calibration weights which are ideal weights to use when calibrating animal scales. They ensure your scale is properly calibrated and… Read More »