Weighing Instrumentation
Weighing instrumentation plays a vital role in ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and seamless integration within industrial and commercial weighing systems.
At Lorrimar Weighing Ltd, we offer a range of solutions, including weight indicators, microcontrollers, and transmitters, designed to provide precise measurements and real-time data communication. Whether you need a simple display unit, an advanced automation controller, or a high speed data transmitter, our instrumentation enhances productivity and ensures compliance with industry standards.
With options for analog, digital, and wireless connectivity, integration is possible with PLCs, SCADA networks, and other industrial automation platforms, making them ideal for manufacturing, logistics, and process control applications.
Weight Indicators
Weight indicators provide clear and accurate weight readings for various applications. Key features include:
Basic, advanced & trade-approved models – Suitable for different operational needs.
Large, easy to read displays – Ensures quick and accurate weight readings.
User friendly interface – Simple operation with customizable functions.
Standalone or integrated use – Compatible with a wide range of weighing systems.
Available in a variety of configurations to suit different applications and environments
Microcontrollers
For advanced automation and process control, our microcontrollers offer:
Precision weighing, batching & dynamic weighing. Ideal for optimizing production processes.
Seamless integration – Connects with existing machinery and software.
Programmable functions – Customizable settings for enhanced automation.
High-speed & high accuracy performance – Ensures efficiency in demanding applications.
Weighing Transmitters
Transmitters enable real time weight data transmission for industrial automation. Key features include:
Analog, digital & wireless models – Suitable for different connectivity needs.
Integration with PLC & SCADA systems – Ensures smooth data communication.
High-speed communication & signal accuracy – Reliable performance in industrial environments.
Robust & durable construction – Built for demanding manufacturing and process automation applications.
With our weighing instrumentation, businesses can achieve improved accuracy, data management, and system integration,
ensuring smooth and efficient weighing operations across various industries.
Differences Between Weight Indicators, Weight Transmitters, and Microcontrollers
Each type of weighing instrumentation serves a specific purpose in industrial and commercial weighing applications. Understanding the key differences between weight indicators, weight transmitters, and microcontrollers can help businesses select the right solution for their needs.
Weight Indicators
Weight indicators are designed primarily for displaying and managing weight readings from weighing systems. They act as the user interface, providing operators with clear, real-time weight data. Depending on the model, indicators can offer basic functions like tare and zeroing or advanced features such as data logging, checkweighing, and batching/filling control. Most models are trade approved for legal for trade use.
Main Functions: Displaying weight, basic weighing/counting/labelling functions, user interaction
Common Applications: Bench scales, industrial floor scales
Connectivity: Often includes RS232, USB, or Ethernet for data export
Weight Transmitters
Weight transmitters focus on sending weight data from a weighing system to a PLC, SCADA, or other automation system for further processing. They do not require operator interface or display but provide real time data transmission for automated processes. Available in analog, digital, or wireless configurations, transmitters are essential for industries requiring fast, high accuracy weight data integration with industrial automation networks.
Main Functions: Transmitting weight data to control systems, high-speed data communication
Common Applications: Process automation, manufacturing, logistics systems
Connectivity: Analog outputs (mA/Voltage), digital interfaces (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.)
Microcontrollers
Microcontrollers offer advanced weighing system automation and control, combining features of both indicators and transmitters but with added processing power. They allow for programmable functions, including batching, filling, dosing, and dynamic weighing, enabling precise control over automated processes. These units can interface directly with machinery and sensors, adjusting operations based on real time weight measurements.
Main Functions: Process automation, programmable weighing control, real-time decision-making
Common Applications: High-speed production lines, automated dosing and batching systems
Connectivity: Advanced networking with PLCs, industrial PCs, and robotic systems
Choosing the Right Instrumentation
Use a Weight Indicator when an operator needs to view and manage weight readings.
Use a Weight Transmitter when weight data needs to be sent to an external system without human interaction.
Use a Microcontroller when automation and process control are required based on weight measurements.
By selecting the right weighing instrumentation, businesses can enhance efficiency, improve accuracy, and optimize workflow integration across a wide range of industries.standards for operations.
Why Choose Lorrimar Weighing?
With decades of industry experience, our commitment to excellence ensures that our products and services meet the highest standards, tailored to fit the unique needs of your business. Discover why businesses across various industries trust Lorrimar Weighing for their weighing equipment and support.
Expertise
With years of experience in the industry, we have the knowledge and expertise to deliver innovative solutions that meet your needs.
Quality
Our products undergo rigorous testing and quality control processes to ensure reliability and performance.
Expert Support
We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer support, including technical assistance, product training, and troubleshooting.
Innovation
We are committed to continuous innovation, investing in research and development to bring you the latest advancements in weight measurement and control technology.
