Weighbridge Formats PDF

WEIGHBRIDGE
FORMAT
SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
WEIGHBRIDGE TERMINOLOGY.................................................................2
ABOVE GROUND WEIGHBRIDGE CONSIDERATIONS.............................3
SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE CONSIDERATIONS...........................................4
CUSTOM SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE CONSIDERATIONS..........................5
CUSTOM SEMI-PIT VARIATION...................................................................6
FULLY INGROUND WEIGHBRIDGE CONSIDERATIONS...........................7
MULTIPLE-DECK WEIGHBRIDGE CONSIDERATIONS..............................8
RELOCATABLE WEIGHBRIDGE CONSIDERATIONS.................................9
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES......................................................11
WEIGHBRIDGE ALTERNATIVES................................................................15
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Deck or Platform
Module
Bay
Main Beam
Cross Beam, Piece, or Section
Cross Channel, Piece, or Section
WEIGHBRIDGE TERMINOLOGY AND

LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS
Ramp
Deck Surface
Main Beams
Approach and
End Wall
ABOVE GROUND
WEIGHBRIDGE EXAMPLE
Deck Surface
Main Beams
SEMI-PIT
WEIGHBRIDGE EXAMPLE
Approach and
End Wall
Side Wall
There are legal requirements for trade weighbridges that are usually catered for during the installation stage of the
weighbridge. However, you should be aware of these requirements when planning a weighbridge site, as well as preventing
future modifications to an installation that may nullify these requirements.
The approaches must be level and in good condition (not pitted or rutted).
The first 3m (for a weighbridge less than 18m long) or first 1m (for a weighbridge 18m or longer) of each approach must
be constructed of concrete.
The foundation must be free from a build up of water and debris.
The digital weigh indicator must be 6m or less from the weighbridge deck. [Therefore, do not locate the indicator further
than 6m unless an application for exemption is made to the Trade Measurement Authority and accepted].
If a fully inground weighbridge, all sumps and/or drainage pipes must be fully functional.
If a portable weighbridge, the ground beneath the deck must be treated to prevent growth of foliage.
If an above ground weighbridge, there must be a 1m clear space along both sides of the weighbridge deck. The
clearance must be of the same level as the foundation floor or lower, but never higher. [Therefore, never install
structures within the 1m clear space unless an application for exemption is made to the Trade Measurement Authority
and accepted].
Any enquiries can be made to the appropriate Trade Measurement Authority, or to Accuweigh Pty Ltd. Enquiries are
welcomed by both organisations.
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Site Determined
Typ Slope 1:10
TYPE
A
ABOVE GROUND WEIGHBRIDGE

INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Deck Level
Ground
Be Careful of
Overhang
Minimum
1m
TOP VIEW
Site Determined
Typ Slope 1:10
Deck Level
ite Determined
Typ Slope 1:10
Deck Level
Ground Level
Ground Level
FRONT VIEW
Minimum
1m
Minimum
1m
When planning for an above-ground weighbridge, always include ramps and 1m clear-spaces along both sides of
Be Careful
of
the
weighbridge deck, as shown below. This clear-space must be a minimum of 1m wide and must be of the same plane
Overhang
Be Careful
as the foundation
floor orof lower. If either clear-space includes bare ground, treat the ground to prevent growth of foliage
Overhang
within the clear-space.
Assuming the approach
Minimum ramps are a 1:10 incline, and the site is level from end to end, each ramp
1m
will be a minimum of 5m long. Add to this any
vehicles turning circle requirements before and after each ramp, if any, and
you will soon realise that above ground weighbridges claim the most surface areaMinimum
of a site than would any other type of
weighbridge.
1m
Minimum
1m
Minimum
1m
Represents
Ground Level
ISOMETRIC VIEW
Above Ground Weighbridge
CROSS-SECTIONAL VIEW
Minimum
Minimum
1m
1m
Site Determined
TypofSlope
1:10
The location
the weighbridge
office or hut should also be considered. If it is to be located
close
to the weighbridge,
Deck
Level
Groundfor
Level
it may need to be constructed on stumps. In this case, be careful of the office overhanging the bridge. Keep supports
the office atleast 0.5m away from any nearby loadcell locations. Also ensure loadcells can be easily accessed by service
personnel, if ever required.
Be Careful of
Overhang
Minimum
1m
OPTION A
Office Constructed on Stumps
OPTION B
Office Constructed Away from the Deck
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TOP VIEW
200mm
200mm
200mm
200mm
TYPE
B
SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE
Deck and Ground Level
FRONT VIEW
Semi-pit weighbridges have side walls that act as retaining walls. They may be block-filled walls or poured concrete walls
and are located atleast 1m from the side of the deck. Note that additional reinforcement may be required in the side walls if
you intend to allow vehicular traffic to travel adjacent to the side walls.
Since the deck is at ground level, no ramps are required. This may be important where a site is limited with available
space for a weighbridge. Drainage is also another important consideration. Either a sump or drainage pipe must be installed,
and must be located where most effective and appropriate for the site.
Min. 1m
200mm
Min. 1m
200mm
Health and safety requirements also tend to require mesh walkways to be installed along side the deck at eitherTypical
deck
Ground Level
level or at beam height level to maximise safety for vehicle drivers and site personnel. The walkway may extend the full
length of the deck or just part of it. In this instance, keep supports for the walkway atleast 0.5m away from any nearby
loadcell locations. Also ensure loadcells can be easily accessed by service personnel, if ever required. If a walkway extends
the full length of the deck, some walkway mesh panels will need to be made removable to allow service personnel to access
loadcells.
Min. 1m
Min. 1m
Typical Ground Level

ISOMETRIC VIEW
Semi-Pit Weighbridge
Min. 1m
Min. 1m
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200mm
200mm
TOP VIEW
200mm
200mm
200mm
TYPE
C1
CUSTOM SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE

FRONT VIEW
200mm
Deck and Gro
200mm
The custom semi-pit weighbridge is an adaption of the typical semi-pit weighbridge design. The design is modified to
Deck
and side
Ground walls
Level
accommodate site limitations, for example, width limitations, building arrangements, etc. One or both of
the
width
is decreased. In this circumstance, access to some loadcells is reduced or altogether prevented. Access holes must then
be installed adjacent to each obscured loadcell location, either in the deck or as part of the side wall, to facilitate servicing
and maintenance to those loadcells (see the corresponding isometric drawing at the end of this Weighbridge Format
Specification).
If access holes are installed as part of the side wall, and vehicular traffic is expected to use this area, then the access
hole covers must be correctly designed and constructed to take the50mm
expected loadings of vehicles. The side
walls will also
Min. 1m
require additional reinforcing.
Typical Ground
50mm
200mm
As with
the standard semi-pit weighbridge, drainage must also
be
Min.
1mconsidered.
50mm
ISOMETRIC VIEW
and Ground Level
Custom Semi-PitDeck
Weighbridge
Access Holes Constructed as
Part of Weighbridge Deck
Min. 1m Ground Level

Typical
Min. 1m
50mm
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ISOMETRIC VIEW
Custom Semi-Pit Weighbridge
Access Holes Constructed as Part
of Weighbridge Foundation
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200mm
Access Cover Adjacent

to Loadcell Area
Access Cover Adjacent

to Loadcell Area
200mm
200mm
TYPE
C2

200mm
TOP VIEW

50mm
50mm
FRONT VIEW
200mm
This design is similar to Type C1. All considerations for Type C1 apply to this design. Access holes must be provided
both sides of the deck. Access Cover Adjacent
to Loadcell Area
200mm
Access Holes are Both

Sides of the Deck
50mm
50mm
ISOMETRIC VIEW
50mm
50mm
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200mm
Full Width Access Cover

Adjacent to Loadcell Areas
200mm

200mm
TYPE
C3

200mm
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
200mm
This design is similar to Type C2. All considerations for Type C1 and Type C2 apply to this design. Access holes
must be provided both sides of the deck.
May be Required
This design differs to Type C2 in that the top of the deck is completely flush with the typicalKerb
ground
level.toThis
Comply with Trade
Regulations
design also differs to Type D in that the depth of the pit is not as deep. This design may thereforeMeasurement
be suitable
for some
sites that require a fully inground weighbridge, but wish to reduce or
eliminate the risks involved
with a confined space.
25mm
25mm
200mm
Approx
0.8m
As an alternative to a single access cover for each loadcell area, one full-width access cover may be used for
each loadcell area pair (loadcell areas on opposite sides of the deck to each other), as shown in the Top View above.
The benefit of this is that a single access cover can removed to allow access to two loadcells.
Kerb May be Required to

Comply with Trade
Measurement Regulations
25mm
Approx
0.8m
25mm

Comply with Trade
25mm
Approx
0.8m
25mm
ISOMETRIC VIEW
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200mm
200mm
TYPE
D
FULLY INGROUND WEIGHBRIDGE

200mm
200mm
200mm
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
200mm
200mm
Fully inground weighbridges provide a completely level weighing surface with the surrounding ground level. Access to
the loadcells must be made either by including access holes in the deck or to the side of the deck as part of the foundation
design. Since vehicular traffic often travels adjacent to the deck, the access hole covers are designed and constructed to
take the expected vehicle loadings.
200mm
Drainage must be considered, either as a sump or asDeck

a and
drainage
pipe, and must be located where most effective and
Ground Level
appropriate for the site.
Fully inground weighbridges claim the least surface area of a site than any other weighbridge type. However, they are
Kerb
May
be Required
to
Kerb
May
Required
to
the most expensive weighbridge type to construct
due
tobethe
Comply
with
Tradeextensive excavation work required and slightly more concrete
Comply
with
Trade
and reinforcing required.
25mm
25mm
25mm
25mm
Health and safety often defines
the inground weighbridge
pit Level
as a confined space. As such, personnel cannot enter
Typical Ground
25mm
25mm
Pillar
ISOMETRIC VIEW
Fully Inground Weighbridge
Kerb May be Required to Part of Weighbridge Deck
Comply with Trade
Approximately
1.2m
Pillar
1.2m
Approximately
1.2m
Approximately
the pit to service the weighbridge without special confined space entry training and equipment (including a gas detector
and harnesses). Service personnel are therefore typically charged out as a higher hourly rate. A minimum of two service
Kerb acting
May be Required
personnel is required with one
as atosafety look-out for those entering the confined space.
Comply with Trade
25mm
Approximately
1.2m
25mm
Pillar
Pillar

Comply with Trade
25mm
Comply with Trade
25mm
25mm
Pillar
Pillar
25mm

Comply with Trade

Comply with Trade
25mm
ately
roximately
1.2m
25mm
Approximately
1.2m
25mm
Approximately
1.2m
25mm
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ISOMETRIC VIEW
Fully Inground Weighbridge
Access Holes to Constructed
as Part of Side Wall
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TYPE
E
MULTIPLE DECK WEIGHBRIDGE

TOP VIEW
Deck Level
Deck 1
Deck 3
Deck 2
Ground Level
Deck 4
FRONT VIEW

Multiple deck weighbridges are really a variation of a design, rather than another weighbridge type. For example,
multiple deck weighbridges may be an above ground, a semi-pit, or a fully inground design. The number and length of the
decks vary according to your requirements. Decks need not be of the same length.

The advantage of multiple deck weighbridges is that individual axles, or axle groups, are weighed individually and
simultaneously. This is ideal for weighbridges that will be used to record axle breakdown weights as its primary function.
Deck 4 semi-pit, and fully inground) still apply.

Considerations for the corresponding weighbridge type (above ground,
Deck Level
Ground
Mid deck restraining assemblies are typically installed between decks to limit deck movement. A digital weigh indicator
is Leve
provided for each deck and a summing unit is provided to sum the weight of all decks and display the total weight. These
Deck 3
are typically mounted in a single enclosure.
Deck 1
Deck 2
Deck 3
Deck 4
Deck 2
Deck 1
Deck 4
Mid Deck Restraining Bolts
(Both Sides of Deck)
Deck 3
EXAMPLE
SUMMING
ENCLOSURE
Deck 2
Deck 1
ISOMETRIC VIEW
Multiple Deck Weighbridge
(Above Example is a Four-Deck,
Above Ground Weighbridge)
Mid Deck Restraining Bolts
(Both Sides of Deck)
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TYPE
F
RELOCATABLE WEIGHBRIDGE
Portable weighbridges are typically a variation of the above ground weighbridge design. Rather than a complete concrete
foundation being constructed, rectangular concrete slabs are constructed at load bearing locations only (loadcell areas
only). A removable frame is assembled from components, forming a rigid support base for the loadcells and deck. The deck
may be a fully steel design (to make it lighter for relocating) or the typical concrete/steel deck, making it lighter and easier
to transport than a concrete/steel deck.
Earth ramps are constructed to access the deck. Loadcells can be fitted with connectors (prior to supply) to assist
assembly and disassembly. The digital indicator can be mounted in an enclosure that bolts to the side of the deck.
Considerations for an above ground weighbridge apply to a portable weighbridge. Once assembled, the ground beneath
the deck (between load bearing concrete pads) should be treated to prevent growth of foliage. If the weighbridge is required
to be used for trade purposes, concrete end walls will need to be constructed.
Earth Ramp
Earth Ramp
Concrete
Load Pad
Concrete
Load Pad
Typical Typical
GroundGround
Level Level
ISOMETRIC VIEW
Portable Weighbridge
(Above Example is an Above
Ground Weighbridge)
End WallEnd
is Part
Frame Frame
Wallofis Removable
Part of Removable
Removable
Frame -Frame Removable
Assembles
to
Formtoa Form a
Assembles
Rigid Support
Base
forBase for
Rigid Support
the Loadcells
and
the Loadcells and
Weighbridge
Deck Deck
Weighbridge
ISOMETRIC VIEW
Portable Weighbridge Support
Frame Only (Deck Removed for
Clarity of Detail)
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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES

TYPE
TYPE
A
AboveGround
Weighbridge
TYPE
TYPE
B
Standard
Semi-Pit
Weighbridge
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
Least expensive weighbridge option

Least site preparation required before
construction
Most common type of weighbridge supplied
Requires the largest site footprint of all the

options
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
Second least expensive weighbridge option

Common type of weighbridge supplied
Smaller site footprint required than the above
ground weighbridge option
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Some excavation required before construction

Requires drainage considerations
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TYPE
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
TYPE
C1
Single
Clear-Space
Semi-Pit
Weighbridge
Ideal for sites with a weighbridge bypass road

adjacent to one side of the weighbridge
Ideal for sites with an office or building adjacent
to one side of the weighbridge
Smaller site footprint required than the semi-pit
weighbridge option

Requires access holes (typically in the deck) to
access the loadcells for servicing purposes
Access holes make this option slightly more
expensive than the semi-pit weighbridge option
Trade Measurement Authority exemption in
writing required
TYPE
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
TYPE
C2
Ideal for sites with two weighbridge bypass roads

adjacent to both sides of the weighbridge
Ideal for sites with offices or buildings adjacent to
both sides of the weighbridge
weighbridge option
No ClearSpace SemiPit
Weighbridge
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Access holes make this option more expensive
than the semi-pit weighbridge option
writing required
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TYPE
ADVANTAGES
TYPE
C3
No ClearSpace SemiPit
Weighbridge
Ideal for sites with two weighbridge bypass roads

adjacent to both sides of the weighbridge
Ideal for sites with offices or buildings adjacent to
both sides of the weighbridge
weighbridge option
TYPE
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
TYPE
D
Requires the smallest site footprint of all the

options
Ideal for sites with extreme space restrictions
Ideal for sites with shared weighing and traffic
areas
Ideal for sites where vehicles are weighed during
loading by forklifts
Most expensive weighbridge option due to

extensive excavation work required
Most preparation required before construction
Confined space to access the loadcells requiring
special training for service personnel (typically
charged as a higher hourly rate)
Fully
Inground
Weighbridge
DISADVANTAGES
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Access holes make this option more expensive
than the semi-pit weighbridge option
writing required
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TYPE
ADVANTAGES
TYPE
E
Weigh individual axles or axle groups to

maximise vehicle loading and minimise legal axle
overloading for road transport
Multi-Deck
Weighbridge
TYPE
TYPE
F
Portable
Weighbridge
DISADVANTAGES
ADVANTAGES
DISADVANTAGES
Inexpensive weighbridge option

Ideal for non-trade operation
Ideal for temporary sites (six months to two
years)
More expensive than a single deck option
Sites operating longer than two years should

consider a permanent installation
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WEIGHBRIDGE ALTERNATIVES
Accuweigh Pty Ltd also supplies heavy vehicle weighbridges (ideal for mine sites), cattle weighbridges, rail weighbridges,
in-motion weighbridges, axle weighbridges and wheel weighers.
DE
CK
DE
CK
9m
8.4
In-Motion Weighbridge
Example
ISOMETRIC VIEW
Heavy Vehicle Weighbridge
Example
PneumaticallyOperated Gate
(Optional)
Earth Ramp
All Frames Are

Completely Collapsable
(Including Sub-Frame,
Cage, and Gates) for
Easy Relocation and
Transport
ManuallyOperated Gate
(Standard)
End Load Pad

Centre Load Pad
Sub-Frame
Deck or Platform
Rail Weighbridge Example

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ISOMETRIC VIEW
Cattle Weighbridge Example
Wheel Weigher Example

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A variety of onboard vehicle weighing systems are also available. Though not as accurate as full-length weighbridges,
they do produce an accurate approximation of vehicle loads.
AIR-SUSPENSIONED
VEHICLES
WASTE COLLECTION
VEHICLES
END LOADERS
AND FORKLIFTS
RIGID VEHICLES
AND TIPPERS
SKIP BIN VEHICLES
AXLE WEIGHERS
SKELETAL TRAILERS
HOOK TRUCKS
WHEEL WEIGHERS
CRANES AND HIABS
VANS AND LIGHT

COMMERCIAL
IN-MOTION
WEIGHBRIDGES
Accuweigh Pty Ltd can perform weighbridge calibration visits with its Weighbridge Test Rig Unit, as well as perform
regular preventative maintenance visits.
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WEIGHBRIDGE

WESTERN AUSTRALIA (HEAD OFFICE):

NEW SOUTH WALES OFFICE:

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA OFFICE:

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ABOVE GROUND WEIGHBRIDGE

Office Constructed on Stumps

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Office Constructed Away from the Deck

Deck and Ground Level

Deck and Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

CUSTOM SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE

Deck and Ground Level

Deck and Gro

Min. 1m Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

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Access Cover Adjacent

Access Cover Adjacent

CUSTOM SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE

Deck and Ground Level

Deck and Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

Access Holes are Both

Deck and Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

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Full Width Access Cover

Full Width Access Cover

CUSTOM SEMI-PIT WEIGHBRIDGE

Deck and Ground Level

Deck and Ground Level

Kerb May be Required to

Typical Ground Level

Kerb May be Required to

Typical Ground Level

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FULLY INGROUND WEIGHBRIDGE

Deck and Ground Level

Deck and Ground Level

Drainage must be considered, either as a sump or asDeck

Typical Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

Kerb May be Required to

Kerb May be Required to

Kerb May be Required to

Typical Ground Level

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Typical Ground Level

Typical Ground Level

MULTIPLE DECK WEIGHBRIDGE

Deck 4 semi-pit, and fully inground) still apply.

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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES

Least expensive weighbridge option

Requires the largest site footprint of all the

Second least expensive weighbridge option

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