Load Cells

At Micro Weighing Solutions, we take the time to understand what you actually need. With decades of combined experience installing load cells across every kind of industry, we know what works, and we’re here to share that knowledge with you.

Choosing the right load cell can feel overwhelming with all the options out there. That’s where we come in. We’ll walk you through the selection process, explain the pros and cons of each option, and help you make a decision you can feel good about. Because we’re not tied to any single brand, we can recommend whatever genuinely fits your application best, not just what’s easiest for us to sell.

When you work with MWS, you’re getting honest advice backed by real experience and access to our full network of trusted suppliers.

Popular Load Cell Types
Shearbeam Load Cell Shear beam load cells are versatile and accurate, commonly used in platform scales, conveyor systems, and medium-capacity weighing applications. Their low profile design makes them easy to integrate into tight spaces, and they handle off-center loading well while maintaining precision. We’ll help you determine if a shear beam load cell is the right choice based on your platform size, capacity needs, and installation constraints.
Compression Load Cell Compression load cells are built to handle forces pushing down on them, making them ideal for applications like tank weighing, platform scales, and heavy industrial machinery. They’re straightforward, reliable, and can take a beating in tough environments.
Tension Load Cells Tension load cells measure pulling or hanging forces, perfect for crane scales, hoppers, and suspended tank systems. They excel when you need to weigh something hanging rather than sitting on a platform. We’ll walk you through whether a tension load cell suits your application based on your load capacity and mounting arrangement.
Single Point Load Cells Single point load cells are designed for smaller platform scales where the load doesn’t need to be perfectly centered. They’re commonly used in bench scales, retail scales, and checkweighers because they deliver accurate readings regardless of where the weight sits on the platform. We’ll help you determine if a single point load cell fits your needs based on your platform size and accuracy requirements.
Silo Load Cells / Bulk Tank Load Cells Silo and bulk tank load cells are built for heavy-duty weighing in industrial storage applications. They handle high capacities while dealing with side loads, vibrations, and harsh environmental conditions that come with silos, hoppers, and large storage tanks. We’ll help you select the right load cells based on your tank configuration, capacity requirements, and site conditions.
Weighbridge Load Cells Weighbridge load cells are engineered for high-capacity vehicle weighing and built to withstand constant heavy loads and environmental exposure. Whether you’re updating an aging weighbridge system or repairing a failed load cell, we can help you get back up and running quickly. We’ll assess your existing setup, recommend the right replacement or upgrade, and ensure your weighbridge delivers accurate, reliable readings for years to come.

Our Load Cell Brands

At Micro Weighing Solutions, we work with industry-leading load cell manufacturers to ensure you get the right solution for your application. Our partnerships with brands like Flintec, Dini Argeo, and Rice Lake mean we can handle virtually any weighing challenge you throw at us.

Flintec is one of the most trusted names in load cell technology, offering an extensive range that covers everything from precision laboratory scales to heavy industrial weighing systems. Their products are known for reliability and accuracy across the board. Whether you need single point load cells for bench scales or high-capacity compression cells for bulk weighing, Flintec has proven solutions that perform in real-world conditions.

Dini Argeo brings Italian engineering excellence to the weighing industry. They specialize in complete weighing systems and load cells designed for industrial environments, particularly excelling in applications like platform scales, tank weighing, and process control systems. Their products are built tough for demanding applications where downtime isn’t an option.

Rice Lake is a comprehensive weighing solutions provider with a product range that spans from small retail scales to massive truck scales and everything in between. Their load cells are engineered for longevity and backed by exceptional technical support. Rice Lake’s variety means we can match you with the exact specifications your application demands.

We also supply quality load cells from Zemic, HBK (formerly Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik), Vishay, and Thamesside, each bringing their own strengths to specific applications and industries.

The beauty of working with MWS is that we’re not locked into a single brand. We assess your actual requirements and recommend the manufacturer and model that genuinely fits best. Sometimes that’s a premium solution, sometimes it’s a cost-effective workhorse. Either way, you’re getting honest advice based on what will actually work for your situation, backed by our decades of installation experience.

Why Choose Micro Weighing Solutions as Your Load Cell Supplier

Whether you’re an end user integrating load cells into your production line or a manufacturer building weighing systems into the products you sell, Micro Weighing Solutions gives you the expertise and flexibility you need to get it right.

We understand that every weighing application is different. A food processing plant replacing load cells on their mixing tanks has completely different requirements than an OEM building portable weighbridges for export. That’s why we don’t push a one-size-fits-all solution. We listen first, then recommend what actually makes sense for your specific situation.

Our relationships with manufacturers like Flintec, Dini Argeo, and Rice Lake give us access to load cells that cover practically every weighing scenario imaginable. From milligram-precision laboratory cells to 100-ton capacity weighbridge modules, we can source it. This breadth means you’re not settling for “close enough” because we’re limited by brand restrictions. You get what genuinely fits.

For end users, we bring practical installation knowledge that comes from doing this work across multiple industries for years. We’ve seen what works in chemical plants, quarries, ports, and manufacturing facilities. We know the questions to ask about your environment, mounting constraints, and accuracy requirements because we’ve solved these problems before.

For OEMs and system integrators, we’re set up to support your business with consistent supply, technical backing, and the flexibility to scale as your production demands change. We understand that when you’re building weighing into your products, reliability and consistent performance aren’t optional, they’re essential to your reputation.

At MWS, you’re not just buying components off a shelf. You’re getting a partner who understands weighing, knows the products inside and out, and is invested in making sure your application succeeds. That’s the difference between a supplier and a solutions provider.

Load Cell Installation: Getting It Right Matters

Even the best load cell won’t perform properly if it’s installed incorrectly. We’ve seen expensive equipment underperform or fail prematurely simply because installation fundamentals were overlooked. That’s where having experienced guidance makes all the difference.

Proper load cell installation starts with understanding how forces travel through your system. Load cells need to receive force in the direction they’re designed for, without side loads or torsional stresses that throw off readings or damage the sensor. Mounting surfaces must be flat, level, and rigid enough to prevent flexing that introduces errors. Environmental factors like temperature fluctuations, moisture ingress, and vibration all need consideration during installation, not after problems emerge.

Cable routing matters more than most people realize. Poorly protected or incorrectly routed cables pick up electrical interference, get damaged by moving equipment, or create ground loops that cause erratic readings. We’ve troubleshot countless “faulty load cell” issues that turned out to be cable problems that could have been avoided with proper installation from the start.

Then there’s calibration and testing. Installing the load cell is only half the job. The system needs proper calibration with known weights, and thorough testing under actual operating conditions to ensure it performs as expected when production starts.

At Micro Weighing Solutions, we don’t just supply load cells and wish you luck. We can guide you through the installation process, highlighting the critical steps specific to your application and equipment. For more complex installations or where precision is critical, we offer installation services where our technicians handle the entire process, from mechanical mounting through electrical connection, calibration, and final testing.

We’ve installed load cells in everything from clean room environments to dusty quarries, from static vessel weighing to dynamic conveyor systems. That experience means we know what works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid the common mistakes that cost time and money. When you work with MWS, you’re tapping into practical knowledge that ensures your weighing system performs reliably from day one.

Load Cell Calibration: Accuracy You Can Trust

A load cell is only as good as its calibration. Without proper calibration, you’re just guessing at weights, and in industries where accuracy affects product quality, compliance, or profitability, guessing isn’t good enough.

There are several calibration methods, each suited to different situations. Dead weight calibration is the gold standard. This involves applying known certified weights directly to the system and adjusting the output accordingly. It’s straightforward and accurate, but it requires having certified weights available and physical access to load the system, which isn’t always practical for large capacity installations.

Substitution calibration works well when you can’t bring certified weights to site. You load the system with material, measure it on a certified external scale, then use that known weight to calibrate your load cells. It’s common in industrial settings where moving a 10-ton hopper to a calibrated scale beats trying to source 10 tons of certified weights.

For very high capacity systems like weighbridges, incremental loading is often used. Certified weights are placed at specific points on the platform in stages, and mathematical calculations account for the full capacity based on these incremental measurements. This method requires expertise to execute properly but allows accurate calibration without needing the full capacity in test weights.

At Micro Weighing Solutions, we handle calibration as part of our installation service or as a standalone offering for existing systems. We arrive with calibrated test weights traceable to national standards, the right instrumentation, and the experience to know when readings look right and when something needs adjustment.

We document everything. You’ll receive calibration certificates showing the weights used, the readings achieved, and confirmation that your system meets the accuracy specifications you need. Whether you require annual recalibration for compliance purposes or you’re commissioning a new installation, we make sure your weighing system delivers numbers you can rely on.

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If you’re looking for a dependable calibration partner who understands your industry and equipment inside out, get in touch with the team at MWS today.