FAQs About Our Truck Scales

At Walz, we’re proud to offer our truck scales to numerous industries. We’ve worked hard to create a scale that is functional, durable, and can help you get the job done. We understand what goes into making a high-quality truck scale, which is why we’ve become a world-class provider for truck scales and other weighing equipment. With that in mind, we constantly have new business owners coming to us and asking us about our equipment, which is why we’ve taken the time to provide the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about our truck scales. Continue reading below and reach out to our team to request a quote today!



Truck on road driving

What Are the Benefits of a Reliable Truck Scale?

When you buy a truck scale, you want to know it will last and it will provide you with accurate, reliable readings every time you weigh your trucks. Having an accurate reading on your truck’s weight is important for a number of reasons. For example, if you rely on an accurate weight to determine how much you’ll make from the sale of your product, it’s extremely important the number on the scale is correct. Additionally, a reliable scale can help business owners and truck drivers avoid overweight fines, as well as help ensure the safety of the road and the people driving on it.

As you can see, there are many benefits to having a reliable truck scale, so if you’re looking for a truck scale you can trust, Walz has you covered!

Dump truck at work site

What Site Considerations Should You Plan for When Deciding Where to Place a Truck Scale?

If you plan to install a permanent truck scale somewhere on your property, there are a variety of factors you should consider. First and foremost, it’s important to think about the traffic flow of your operation. You also want to consider where the best place to create the foundation while also having access to electrical and conduit components. Additionally, you want to consider how much space you will need in order to accommodate a line of trucks, especially if you find yourself weighing multiple trucks every day.

Dump truck being loaded at work site

What Is a Portable Truck Scale?

People who work in industries that are constantly changing locations — such as construction, demolition, and more — still need to weigh their vehicles, especially since many of these industries deal with heavy equipment and materials. For this reason, our team at Walz created a portable truck scale. Instead of installing a scale on a poured foundation, our portable truck scale is constructed with a steel-deck scale and can be moved from one site to another. Additionally, if you know you won’t need a truck scale for very long, we also give you the option of renting our portable truck scale for whenever you need it!

Truck scale inspection

How Can I Make Sure My Truck Scale Lasts for a Long Time?

Truck scales are big investments, and on top of that, they see a lot of wear and tear from weighing thousands of pounds of materials and machinery day after day. With that in mind, one of the biggest concerns we have is the longevity of our truck scales. However, our Walz truck scales are extremely durable and built to last, but if you want to ensure your scale can stand the test of time, there are a few things you can do. First and foremost, you can never go wrong with scheduling routine maintenance and inspections for your scale. By doing this, our technicians will be able to provide routine maintenance, as well as spot any problems before they become an even bigger issue. Interested in learning more? Reach out to our team!


If you have any additional questions regarding your truck scales, reach out to our team! We are always more than happy to answer questions, and we would love to help you feel comfortable and confident in your truck scale purchase. We look forward to working with you!