Mobile Scales & Portable Scales

Mobile and portable scales are weighing platforms designed to be easily moved around a factory or production environment. When items are placed on the platform, built-in load cells measure the weight and send an accurate reading to a digital display. Unlike fixed floor scales, mobile and portable scales can be brought directly to the material or goods being weighed, making them ideal for bulk materials and hard-to-move loads.

While the terms are often used interchangeably, mobile scales typically feature built-in wheels, castors, or forklift guides that allow them to be repositioned quickly and independently. Portable scales are designed to be moved with ease around a site, often to weigh materials that are held in bulk and need the scale brought to them. MWS manufactures a full range of both types, so our team can help you identify the right solution for your application.

MWS manufactures a wide range of mobile and portable weighing solutions, including: the DTSP Scales, a low-profile scale with low-profile castors capable of handling loads up to 1,500kg, popular in food and chemical industries; the Cronos Mobile Weigh Station, commonly used in food production for target-weight applications such as sandwiches, meals, and pizzas; the FLPS and FLTS Portable Floor Scales, both designed to be moved easily by forklift and widely used in industrial manufacturing; the LPBW Scales, a trolley scale built for weighing drums and barrels up to 300kg; and the MBS Mild Steel Mobile Scale, which comes with a built-in ramp for loading components and parts with ease. We also offer the MBW and MBD mobile scales as additional solutions.

Mobile and portable scales are used across a wide range of industries, including food production, chemical manufacturing, warehousing, and general industrial settings. They are particularly useful wherever goods need to be weighed at different points around a facility, or where layouts and processes change frequently. Applications include weighing bulk materials, intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), drums, barrels, pallets, and production batches.

MWS mobile and portable scales are built with safe, efficient repositioning in mind. Depending on the model, scales feature either integrated wheels or castors for freestanding movement, or forklift guides for repositioning by forklift. Always ensure the scale is moved on a suitable surface and positioned on a flat, hard floor before weighing to achieve the most accurate readings.

Moving a scale can potentially affect its accuracy over time. To get the most reliable readings, we recommend calibrating the scale in the position where it will be used. We understand this is not always practical in a busy industrial environment, so as a minimum, always ensure the scale is placed on a flat, hard surface before taking any measurements. MWS offers full servicing and calibration support to help keep your scales performing accurately. Learn more about our calibration services.

MWS mobile and portable scales are available in a range of capacities to suit different applications. Trolley scales such as the LPBW handle loads up to 300kg for drums and barrels, while low-profile castor scales like the DTSP handle loads up to 1,500kg. Forklift-compatible models such as the FLPS and FLTS are suited to heavier industrial loads. The right capacity will depend on your platform size and intended use. Speak to our team to find the best match for your operations.

Absolutely! All MWS mobile and portable scales are designed and manufactured right here in the UK, ensuring consistent quality, compliance with relevant standards, and reliable long-term service support. Our scales also come with a lifetime guarantee on structural integrity, giving you complete peace of mind.

Yes, indeed! MWS mobile and portable scales can be customised to meet the requirements of your site and application. Options include platform size, material specification (including stainless steel grades 304 and 316 for hygiene-sensitive or washdown environments), capacity, indicator type, and ATEX-rated configurations for use in hazardous or classified areas. Get in touch with our team to discuss your specific requirements.

To keep your mobile and portable scales performing accurately, regular cleaning, routine inspections, and scheduled calibrations are essential. MWS offers comprehensive servicing and calibration support to ensure your scales remain reliable and compliant over time. As the leading manufacturer of industrial scales in the UK, we are well placed to support you throughout the lifetime of your equipment.

Learn more about our calibration services here.

Mobile and portable scales vary in price depending on the size, capacity, materials, and specification required. At MWS, our range starts from around £1,500 for straightforward mobile scales, rising to approximately £10,000 for larger, more complex solutions with bespoke configurations, specialist materials such as stainless steel, or ATEX-rated components for hazardous environments.

To get an accurate quote tailored to your application, speak to a member of our team today. We will help you identify the right solution for your needs and your budget.