industrial floor scale platform sizes are standardized to match global logistics and shipping dimensions. While custom sizes are available, the two bookends for standard heavy-duty use are the $1\text{m} \times 1\text{m}$ (Compact) and $2\text{m} \times 2\text{m}$ (Oversized) platforms.
1. Compact Industrial: $1\text{m} \times 1\text{m}$ ($1000 \times 1000\text{mm}$)
This is the most popular size for small warehouses or dedicated "weighing stations" where floor space is limited.
- Typical Capacity: Most commonly rated for $1\text{ Ton}$ to $3\text{ Tons}$.
- Best For: Standard $1000\text{mm}$ wide drums, chemical totes, and small pallets.
- Structural Spec: Usually features a $4\text{mm}$ to $5\text{mm}$ checkered top plate.
- Portability: Often available with a "Mobile Kit" (wheels and a handle) because of its relatively light self-weight (approx. $40$–$60\text{kg}$).
2. Logistics Standard: $1.2\text{m} \times 1.2\text{m}$ and $1.5\text{m} \times 1.5\text{m}$
- $1.2\text{m} \times 1.2\text{m}$: The exact footprint for a standard Euro Pallet or US 48"x48" Pallet.
- $1.5\text{m} \times 1.5\text{m}$: The "Safety Standard." This extra width prevents pallet overhang, which protects the load cells from side-impact damage.
3. Large Industrial: $2\text{m} \times 2\text{m}$ ($2000 \times 2000\text{mm}$)
The $2\text{m} \times 2\text{m}$ platform is the jump-off point into heavy industrial machinery and bulk metal weighing.
- Typical Capacity: Standardized at $3\text{ Tons}, 5\text{ Tons}, \text{ or } 10\text{ Tons}$.
- Best For: Large machinery, oversized construction crates, and scrap metal bins.
- Structural Spec: Requires a reinforced U-beam or C-channel frame underneath to prevent the platform from bowing. The deck is typically $6\text{mm}$ thick steel.
- Deployment: These are almost always Pit-Mounted (flush with the floor) or used with very long ramps, as the platform height is usually $110\text{mm}$ to $140\text{mm}$.
Technical Summary by Platform Size
|
Size |
Capacity Range |
Readability (Accuracy) |
Common Finish |
|
$1\text{m} \times 1\text{m}$ |
$500\text{kg}$ – $3\text{t}$ |
$0.2\text{kg}$ – $0.5\text{kg}$ |
Powder-coated Mild Steel |
|
$1.2\text{m} \times 1.2\text{m}$ |
$1\text{t}$ – $5\text{t}$ |
$0.5\text{kg}$ |
Checkered / Diamond Plate |
|
$1.5\text{m} \times 1.5\text{m}$ |
$1\text{t}$ – $5\text{t}$ |
$0.5\text{kg}$ – $1.0\text{kg}$ |
Stainless or Mild Steel |
|
$2\text{m} \times 2\text{m}$ |
$3\text{t}$ – $10\text{t}$ |
$1.0\text{kg}$ – $2.0\text{kg}$ |
Heavy Channel Reinforced |
Key Components (Standard for 2026)
- Indicator: Most systems now ship with the Yaohua A12E (LED) or A12 (LCD) as the default, offering RS232 or Bluetooth connectivity.
- Load Cells: 4 x Shear Beam load cells with IP67 protection (dust and splash-proof).
- Leveling: All sizes feature swivel ball-joint feet to ensure accuracy even on slightly uneven warehouse floors.