Axle Weighers
Our vehicle axle weighers or axle weigh pads weigh each axle of the vehicle and total weight automatically. This eliminates the potential of over loaded axles. Designed for a flush floor installation and comes complete with pit frame, digital readout and ticket printer.
See also: weighbridges for full vehicle weighing solutions. Phoenix Scales also provides UKAS calibration services to ensure your axle weighers meet the required standards.
This range works particularly well with our weigh pads for split-load applications, and can be paired with our weight indicators for accurate readouts. Axle weighers are also available for equipment hire.
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Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Axle Weigher
Selecting the right axle weigher depends on how the equipment will be used. If you need legal-for-trade results for enforcement or compliance checks, look for a system with UKAS-traceable calibration and a certified indicator. For internal fleet checks before a vehicle reaches a public weighbridge, a simpler trade-standard unit is often sufficient. Consider the maximum load per axle you expect to measure, whether a permanent pit-mounted installation or a portable pad-style weigher suits your site, and whether a ticket printer or data logging is needed for record-keeping. Sites with limited space or multiple locations often prefer portable axle weigh pads, while high-throughput depots benefit from a fixed system with a robust digital readout. Always ask your supplier about ongoing calibration and servicing before committing to a purchase or hire agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate do axle weighers need to be?
Accuracy requirements depend on how the results will be used. Enforcement and legal-for-trade applications require calibrated, certified equipment, while internal load checks can typically use trade-standard accuracy.
Can axle weighers be hired rather than bought?
Yes. Phoenix Scales offers axle weighers for short and long-term hire, which is useful for temporary sites, seasonal demand or trial periods before a full purchase.
How often should an axle weigher be calibrated?
We recommend UKAS calibration at least once a year as a minimum, with more frequent checks for busy sites or where results are used for compliance.
What is the difference between an axle weigher and a weighbridge?
An axle weigher measures each axle individually and totals the result, while a weighbridge weighs the entire vehicle in a single pass.